Working below an area involved in fire is an inherently dangerous place for crews to work. Fires in attic present unique problems to firefighters and require specific tactical decisions for the operation. Access, impact on the structure, length of time burning, and the safest attack mode and direction are some of the decisions required of the first-arriving crews. Determine a strategy and appropriate tactics, determine the location of the first line(s), and identify specific duties for each member of your crew based on your SOGs.
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Forest Reeder began his fire service career in 1979. He currently serves as Battalion Chief / Director of Training & Safety with the Pleasantview (IL) Fire Protection District (www.plvw.org) and is the Director of Training for Southwest United Fire Districts (www.sufd.org). In these capacities, he is responsible for the design, implementation and coordination of in-service training activities as well as a full-service fire training academy program. Forest holds numerous Illinois fire service certifications and holds a Masters Degree in Public Safety Administration from Lewis University.
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