Columbus OH, Firehouse Expo 2022, People Before Water, It’s Worth The Risk, Chief Curt Isakson

Columbus OH, Firehouse Expo 2022, People Before Water, It’s Worth The Risk, Chief Curt Isakson

Firehouse Magazine’s annual event, FIREHOUSE Expo is just under a month away, September 26-30, 2022, in Columbus Ohio. This conference will feature two presentations by Chief Isakson. He will present People Before Water on Tuesday, September 27, followed by It’s Worth The Risk on Wednesday, September 28.

Chief Isakson's Presentation

People Before Water
Tuesday, September 27, 2022, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Today’s fireground requires tactics that take modern fire behavior, building construction, and response models into consideration. We must use the UL studies, Firefighter Rescue Survey results, and civilian fire fatalities data to better deploy our local fire resources to meet life safety and property loss priorities. When smoke detectors fail, the fire service cannot fail, because we are their last line of defense. This workshop will provide attendees with approaches to getting the annual civilian fire fatality numbers consistently below 2,000 a year by showing you how to use data to assist us in adjusting our fireground assignments in the first five to seven minutes to remove trapped occupants sooner while still using decades of proven fireground tactics that work.
It's Worth The Risk
Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM This class is about more than just aggressive interior firefighting, it is also about standing strong against all odds to create a better and more effective fire service by putting yourself out there. Stay true to yourself, stay true to the mission, and stay true to the job. Aggressive does not mean unsafe. There is positive value in tradition, culture, and the core values that built the fire service. This means we can take acceptable risks, and make calculated tactical decisions based on your level of training, knowledge, and experience. You must understand that this is a tough and dangerous job that requires mental and physical toughness. More civilians are saved in one week than firefighters die inside structures in an entire year. We can and do make a positive impact in saving lives and property. With solid training the risk is truly reduced to a manageable level. Bringing back realistic and practical live fire training is needed.

Presenter Spotlight

Curt “Ike” Isakson is a 30+ year veteran of the fire service, with experience working in volunteer, career, and combination departments in urban, suburban, rural, and countywide settings.

He is currently a Battalion Chief for Escambia County Fire Rescue in Pensacola Florida where he has worked for the last 21 years.

CONFERENCE PRICING

$ 525
00
3-Day Pass
  • 299.00 | 1-Day Pass or HOT
  • 509.00 | 2-Day HOT
  • 775.00 | All Access Pass
  • More Pricing Options Available
Before 9/24

CONFERENCE VENUE

Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC)
400 North High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215

AIR TRAVEL

CONFERENCE HOTEL

Firehouse Expo has partnered with Connections Housing to book your reservation at eight (8) hotels that are either connected or within walking distance of the convention center. Clicking the photo above will take you to the reservation page.

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View a list of CF Tactics programs Chief Isakson can deliver at your next conference, seminar, symposium, or in house event. Utilize the links provided to reach Curt and Jessica for more information about booking Chief Isakson or our Pensacola Beach conference series. 

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