dave dodson

Reading Smoke Classes

by mobrian on April 29, 2009

2 Opportunities to See Dave Dodson

There are two class openings to see Dave Dodson and hear his legendary program on reading smoke.  This course is a must attend for all firefighters and fire offices.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008 8:30AM – 4:30PM

Our incidents are changing in scope, impact, and complexity – and so must our ability to RAPIDLY survey and decide the right course of action when first arriving. Often, the smoke issuing from a building is the only clue that a hostile fire event may quickly trap or kill firefighters. “Reading Smoke” tells us how to read a fire and predict its progress.

The class is an upper-level curriculum that includes lecture, discussion, and group activities that will give participants information and experience to be more effective as a First-arriving fire officer and/or Incident Commander. The class is driven by PowerPoint, actual DVD footage, and instructional aids provided by the instructor.

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