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IHROC 2026: High-Rise Research & Tactics | Pensacola Beach, FL
CFT Logo Pensacola Beach, Florida • Nov 9-13, 2026

IHROC 2026

The Global Benchmark for High-Rise Operations

Where Professional Grit meets Operational Science. Join us for a 5-day performance study on the white sands of Pensacola Beach that will redefine standpipe tactics worldwide.

IHROC and County Fire Tactics are committed to evidence-based operational readiness. "Strong Tactics require Strong Research." All rank levels are welcome to contribute to this global study.

Register Now Plan Your Trip

Location. Networking. Tactical Mastery.

IHROC 2026 isn't just a class—it's an environment. We’ve selected Pensacola Beach, Florida as our laboratory because the mission demands focus, and the fire service demands brotherhood.

The Days: Intense, research-driven evaluations. We measure vertical water movement, wind-impacted fire behavior, and the physics of the hallway stretch. Your performance becomes the data that saves lives.

The Nights: Aggressive networking. As the Gulf air cools, the conversation heats up. Nightly socials are designed for you to break bread with international instructors and colleagues who share your passion for the craft.

High flow evaluation Tactical rotation scenario
Vetted & Credible Authority

2026 Training Cadre

Learn from veteran field officers and instructors sharing vetted regional and national methods.

Confirmed IHROC Speakers

Brent Brooks Anthony Rowett
Mobile, AL Mike Terpak
Jersey City, NJ David McGrail
Denver, CO Chris Logan Thomas Phillip Gerald Mann Kyle Smith Jason Jones Daryl Liggins Clark Lamping Jimmy Davis Scott Hewlett Mike Ciampo Anthony Plofkin

Awaiting Final Confirmation

Chris Creene John Ceriello Bob Morris Rex Morris

"Water On The Fire" Parallel Track (All Building Types)

Kyle Romagus Elkhart Brass UL / FSRI Brian Brush Eric Wheaton Clyde Gordon Ray McCormick

Travel & Logistics

We've got the ground covered. You just get here.

The Hilton & Fairfield

Stay where the action is. We have secured discounted room blocks at the Hilton Pensacola Beach (Event HQ) and the Fairfield Inn.

  • Gulf-front analytical sessions
  • Discounted Nightly Rates
  • Code in confirmation email

FREE Airport Shuttle

Fly into PNS (Pensacola International). Our Dream Catcher shuttles run exclusively for IHROC attendees on Sunday and Saturday only.

Schedule:

Arrivals: Sunday @ Baggage Claim 3

Departures: Saturday @ Hilton Lobby

Nightly Socials

This is where the real "Working Group" happens. Connect with instructors and industry peers over premium beachside networks.

  • CFT Tumbler Discounts
  • Local Dining Discounts
  • Unrivaled Brotherhood

A Message on the Mission

Nearly 50% of high-rise buildings in existence today are not equipped with fire protection sprinkler systems. Of the remaining 50%, a staggering number face system failures during critical incidents.

This is why we evaluate. This is why we time every evolution.

Through 12 critical operational challenges, IHROC 2026 will capture the most extensive performance data set in high-rise history. You aren't just an attendee; you are a researcher helping us deliver the next generation of evidence-based tactical models.

Official Documentation

Media Briefing & Travel Justification

Download Briefing (PDF)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PENSACOLA BEACH, FL — The International High-Rise Operations Conference (IHROC), in strategic partnership with County Fire Tactics, has finalized its five-day operational roadmap for November 9–13, 2026. This landmark event brings together line officers, technical researchers, and incident commanders to run comprehensive performance logs across 12 specific structural fireground metrics.

Unlike conventional classroom training, this session acts as an open-air operational laboratory. Every circuit station relies on timed task iterations to map tactical deployment timelines, vertical friction loss behaviors, and standpipe line management anomalies under stressful real-world constraints.

Personnel seeking training budget approvals or command-level out-of-state travel authorization are strongly encouraged to print or download the official PDF resource file above to attached directly inside standard administrative packets.

Registration Investment

The most current available pricing is found directly on our secure RegFox page.

Limited Early Access

Early Investment

$650
Claim Early Rate

Regular Rate

$850
Register Standard

Discounted pricing can end or increase at any time.

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IHROC and County Fire Tactics are committed to evidence-based operational readiness. "Strong Tactics require Strong Research." All rank levels are welcome to contribute to this global study.

© 2026 IHROC & County Fire Tactics. All rights reserved.

IHROC 2026: High-Rise Research & Tactics | Pensacola Beach, FL
CFT Logo Pensacola Beach, Florida • Nov 9-13, 2026

IHROC 2026

The Global Benchmark for High-Rise Operations

Where Professional Grit meets Operational Science. Join us for a 5-day performance study on the white sands of Pensacola Beach that will redefine standpipe tactics worldwide.

IHROC and County Fire Tactics are committed to evidence-based operational readiness. "Strong Tactics require Strong Research." All rank levels are welcome to contribute to this global study.

Register Now Plan Your Trip


Location. Networking. Tactical Mastery.

IHROC 2026 isn't just a class—it's an environment. We’ve selected Pensacola Beach, Florida as our laboratory because the mission demands focus, and the fire service demands brotherhood.

The Days: Intense, research-driven evaluations. We measure vertical water movement, wind-impacted fire behavior, and the physics of the hallway stretch. Your performance becomes the data that saves lives.

The Nights: Aggressive networking. As the Gulf air cools, the conversation heats up. Nightly socials are designed for you to break bread with international instructors and colleagues who share your passion for the craft.

Travel & Logistics

We've got the ground covered. You just get here.

The Hilton & Fairfield

Stay where the action is. We have secured discounted room blocks at the Hilton Pensacola Beach (Event HQ) and the Fairfield Inn.

  • Gulf-front analytical sessions
  • Discounted Nightly Rates
  • Code in confirmation email

FREE Airport Shuttle

Fly into PNS (Pensacola International). Our Dream Catcher shuttles run exclusively for IHROC attendees.

Schedule:

Arrivals: Sunday @ Baggage Claim 3

Departures: Saturday @ Hilton Lobby

Nightly Socials

This is where the real "Working Group" happens. Connect with instructors and brothers/sisters in a family-style atmosphere.

  • CFT Tumbler Discounts
  • Local Dining Discounts
  • Unrivaled Brotherhood

A Message on the Mission

Nearly 50% of high-rise buildings in existence today are not equipped with fire protection sprinkler systems. Of the remaining 50%, a staggering number face system failures during critical incidents.

This is why we evaluate. This is why we time every evolution.

Through 12 critical operational challenges, IHROC 2026 will capture the most extensive performance data set in high-rise history. You aren't just an attendee; you are a researcher helping us deliver the next generation of evidence-based tactical models.

Registration Investment

The most current available pricing is found directly on our secure RegFox page.

Limited Early Access

Early Investment

$650
Claim Early Rate

Regular Rate

$850
Register Standard
Daily Podcasts
Book Signings
Certificates
November Layers Required
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IHROC and County Fire Tactics are committed to evidence-based operational readiness. "Strong Tactics require Strong Research." All rank levels are welcome to contribute to this global study.

© 2026 IHROC & County Fire Tactics. All rights reserved.

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