MID-RISE MAYHEM..ENGINE OPERATIONS IN MID-RISE BUILDINGS
These buildings are taking the United States by storm. While most all urban and suburban
areas have them, how many of us genuinely have experienced fighting a fire in a mid-rise
building? From four hundred foot hallways to NFPA 13R sprinkler systems these three to eightstory
buildings present unique challenges. This program cover multiple aspects of firefighting
within the mid-rise building. Traditional and alternative attack methods will mainly focus on
short-staffed stretching. Topics included in the program will consist of; well-hole stretches,
offensive deck gun operations, 2.5" monitor deployment, extending attack line options, and
multiple vertical stretching options. The public has an expectation for firefighters to handle the
situation regardless if we show up with two firefighters or five on the first engine. This program
will leave you with sound offensive tactics which will help you overcome these challenging
incidents.
