01/04/2026
Tuesday, March 31st. SGFD Firefighter Training.
Members had access to a residential home. With the use of smoke machines (Not Actual Fire) firefighters trained Patient Search and Rescue, Downed Firefighter Rescue and Ventilation Techniques.
Firefighting ventilation techniques involve strategically removing smoke, heat, and toxic gases from a structure to improve visibility, reduce flashover risk, and aid rescue. Key methods include vertical ventilation (cutting roof holes), horizontal ventilation (using doors/windows), and mechanical methods (PPV fans, hydraulic ventilation). Proper coordination with fire suppression is essential for safety.
Thank you Patti for allowing us to use your house for our practice. We seldom get the opportunity to work on a good residential structure to better our skills.