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THE CONFERENCE
Join us at Hilton Pensacola Beach, Florida, August 27th – 29th, 2024, for the Water On The Fire Conference “People Before Water.” Dive into the latest in Water Delivery and Weapon Selection, designed to enhance your skills and save lives.
THE EXPERIENCE
Network with peers, industry experts, and manufacturers, sharing insights and forging key connections. Extend the experience to your family, inviting them to enjoy the stunning beachfront while you all create unforgettable memories.
EXPERT INSIGHTS & EXPERIENCE
WOFC 2024 INSTRUCTORS
WOFC 2024 INSTRUCTORS
DAY 1 & DAY 2 CLASS SESSIONS
We Are The Lucky Ones, People Before Water | Curt Isakson
🗓️ Tuesday, August 23, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕗 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🎙️ View Instructor Bio
- Today’s fireground requires tactics that consider today’s fire behavior, building construction, and response models. We must also 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.
- We are the last line of defense. This class will give attendees a possible approach to getting the annual civilian fire fatality numbers consistently below 2,000 a year. It shows 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.
Seconds Count: Fireground Search and Rescue | Keith Stakes
🗓️ Tuesday, August 23, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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- Over the past ten years, firefighting research into single-family dwelling fires has focused primarily on ventilation and suppression tactics. Our exploratory look into victim survivability during the first suppression study was eye-opening for researchers and the fire service alike.
- But questions have still remained. UL’s FSRI has just completed a full three year study dedicated to fireground size-up, victim survivability, and search and rescue operations. Upon arrival, what is the structure and fire presentation telling us?
- Where do we begin our search relative to the location of the fire? Is it best to conduct a door or window-initiated search? If we find a victim, what’s next? Is it best to remove them through the structure, isolate and shelter them in place, or isolate and find a new means of egress?
- This presentation will provide an opportunity for UL FSRI to present the highlights and real-world application of the research.
Line Boss | Ray McCormack
🗓️ Tuesday, August 23, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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- Engine officers make life and death decisions regarding fire attack every day. To make those quick decisions correctly requires knowledge and attention to detail.
- LineBoss is the engine officer who keeps their focus, enjoys discovery, looks for innovation, and does the training and research while maintaining crew satisfaction and safety. Learn how to become and enjoy being a LineBoss.
Line Boss | Ray McCormack
🗓️ Tuesday, August 23, 2022
📍Emerald Coast Room
🕑 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
🎙️ View Instructor Bio (Coming Soon)
- Firefighter Matt Sleet experienced and survived a Mayday event on Fathers Day 2022. Join Matt and others when he shares his insight on fireground safety, survival, and how to call the MAYDAY.
Engine Company Tactical Traps | Steve Robertson
🗓️ Wednesday, August 24, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕣 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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- We have all been there, the fire that goes sideways; we struggle to get it back on track. When tactical mistakes happen early in a fire, things tend to continue down that path. These fires happen all too often, yet we fail to address the real issue, bad tactical decisions. Tactical traps are all over the place on fire scenes and often overlooked.
- This class will discuss several common ones, from discount auto part stores, dollar stores, and all type 2 construction buildings. These types of the building offer several of the same tactical traps. A few that we will discuss are fortified rear doors, partition walls, heavy fire loads. Also covered will be gaining access to balloon frame void fires and cockloft and attic fires. Basement fires to electric cars, hoarders conditions to vertical stretches.
- Your initial tactical considerations will dictate the outcome of the fire. None of us are perfect. We all make mistakes on every fire; it’s not that we make mistakes. It’s how we recover from those mistakes. Unfortunately, no one on the fire ground is coming behind you to fix your problem. The class is 33 years of experience riding an engine company and 21 from the right front seat. Experience matters! We only get one chance to set the tone for the entire fire.
Trucks Do Put Out Fires | Mike Ciampo
🗓️ Wednesday, August 24, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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- Truck Companies aren’t often known for putting out the fire, but when the fire load exceeds our handlines, we often turn to the truck’s master stream. This lecture will discuss the placement of the streams and offer tactics and tips on aggressive truck work and master stream efficiency.
The 9Ls Impacting the Culture | Corley Moore
🗓️ Wednesday, August 24, 2022
📍Emerald Coast Room
🕣 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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- The class’s mission is to give people the tools they need to build a high-performance culture within their organization. The presentation is broken down into nine leadership principles, all of which start with the letter “L.” Learn, Listen, Love, Look, Laugh, Level, Live, Labor, Last.
- The ultimate point of the class is to provide them with the single greatest tool that I can give someone in a leadership role, and that is a lens by which you can judge every decision around the firehouse… before you make it.
Cruel Intentions | Kyle Romagus
🗓️ Wednesday, August 24, 2022
📍Royal Palm Ballroom
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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- Fires are growing and extending faster in the modern age than they ever haven’t before. We must ensure that as nozzleman, we can think and act as an independent operators. This class is a deep dive into understanding the goals of the first due engine, how to operate independently on the nozzle, and attack the fire with cruel intentions.
Can Confidence | Eric Wheaton
🗓️ Wednesday, August 24, 2022
📍 Emerald Coast Room
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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A look into gaining Can Confidence for fire ground success. The 2 ½ gallon pressurized water extinguisher, better known as the Can, allows the search team to place water between fire and potential victims quickly. The purpose of this class is to spread knowledge regarding the tactical effectiveness of the 2 ½ gallon pressurized water extinguisher as a first in fire tool that reduces fire spread and enhances the search safety for occupants and firefighters. The presentation reviews, in detail, how to effectively use the Can and how it supports search and fire confinement. Attendees will learn how to safely utilize the Water Can and incorporate it into their department operations. The Can Confidence presentation is extremely interactive and encourages student engagement. Let’s start the lifesaving extinguishment process by applying what could be the fire’s first interaction with water.DAY 1 - SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
DAY 2 - SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
DAY 3 - CLASS & HOT SESSIONS
Hot Requires Bunker Gear, or Pants, Work Boots, Knee Pads, & Gloves. NO SCBA NEEDED
Hydrants to Nozzles, Dennis LeGear
Hydrants to Nozzles takes a comprehensive look at engine layout, equipment spec (pumps/hose/nozzles) hydraulics, and its direct impact on strategies and tactics on the fire ground.
Hydrants to Nozzles takes a comprehensive look at engine layout, equipment spec (pumps/hose/nozzles) hydraulics, and its direct impact on strategies and tactics on the fire ground.
Students of all ranks will build a strong foundation for success and be better prepared to make strategic and tactical decisions on the fire ground with a realistic working look at gold standard movement of water from the Hydrant to the Nozzle.
Anatomy of a Rescue, The Update, Chief Shannon Stone and Chief DJ Stone
What is the recipe for success? That is the question the fire service has been asking itself for many years. Success is defined as “the accomplishment of an aim or purpose.” I contend that success for the business of fire and rescue is of utmost importance. People live and die by our ability to be successful.
Although we cannot always guarantee success, we should never give up on trying to better ourselves by chasing the definition of success and applying it to the job of being a firefighter. This is especially important concerning operating at emergencies. For every successful endeavor, there will always be ingredients; framework; or an anatomy, if you will, of that particular success.
Box Alarm Lecture & Demo, Chief Curt Isakson
Curt Isakson will present the Box alarm 🚨 lecture & demonstration Thursday August 25th at the Pensacola Beach Hilton. This class will cover Engine, Truck, & Chief Operations at building fires. This program is very interactive and one step out of the classroom. Attendees will get a high energy lecture in a classroom that has all the props necessary to demonstrate beyond the PowerPoint.
Curt will actually show the attendees tactical nuggets, allow them to get involved and take them on an educational tour explaining what it takes to be good on the Fireground. This is a one of a kind program never offered before.
This is the cliff notes 📝 from 30 plus years of studying Fireground tactic’s that will save lives and reduce property damage. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS IT.
𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦: Our instructors feature extensive, vetted, on the job experience in firefighting, water delivery, and weapon selection. They hail from diverse backgrounds, bringing the perspectives of urban, suburban, and rural fire departments. Their passion for the job is contagious, and their practical tips and techniques will equip you to excel in the field from the first day you return to the firehouse.
At the heart of effective firefighting lies the ability to manage water delivery and weapon selection. Our comprehensive program is designed to help you build and utilize the optimal attack package for your organization.The latest in hose and nozzle selection will be available on-site for you to evaluate.
From water supply fundamentals to advanced pump operations and water mapping strategies, the Water On The Fire Conference 2024 promises a deep dive into every aspect of this critical skillset. three day program held at the Hilton Pensacola Beach,
WHAT TO EXPECT AT WOFC
𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘, 𝗡𝗢 𝗛𝗢𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦: Immerse yourself into three days of in-depth lectures, workshops, and product demonstrations delivered by industry experts. Gain invaluable knowledge about water supply systems, pump operation techniques, and the intricacies of water mapping.
𝗠𝗔𝗫𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 & 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Learn how to maximize the efficiency of various water supply methods and make informed decisions based on staffing models. Discover the art of blending hydrant and tank water for the initial attack and explore the balance between Tenders/Tankers and hydrants.
𝗖𝗨𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚-𝗘𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in hose and nozzle selection. Evaluate and compare various equipment options to make informed decisions for your team’s needs.
The Hilton Pensacola Beach is the venue and host hotel for the CFT Water On The Fire Conference. The neighboring Hampton Inn Pensacola Beach shares the Hilton property, and the Holiday Inn Resort is next door.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites is adjacent to the Holiday Inn and both of those properties feature a lazy river outdoor wade in pool area. All of these locations offer discounted rooms and no cost for parking.
HILTON ROOMS SOLD OUT
Contact Josh Lucking to book.
Hampton Inn # 850-932-6800
Breakfast & Parking Free
Contact Katie McPhail to book. 850-916-8082 Direct 850-932-5331 Holiday Inn
DISCOUNTS, NETWORKING, SOCIAL ACTIVITIES & MORE
- Nightly social activities to connect with instructors, and like-minded people.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner discounts.
- Beverage discounts with the CFT Tumbler
- Reduced room rates at two Hilton brand properties.
- Experience the passion of Chief Isakson and his team of CFT Presenters.
- Receive up to date information on tactics, strategy, and leadership.
- Learn from instructors who are shaping the future of our profession.
- Learning for all ranks from Firefighter, to Line Boss, to the Chief.
- Location … Location… Location…
- The ability to network with brothers and sisters from across the country.
- Investment of time in yourself and your department.
- Interaction with instructors where you can ask questions you need answered.
- Our events are organized and students treated like family, not dollar signs.
- Family friendly, so they know why you have your passion.
- Beach Chairs, Umbrellas, & Paddleboards ALL WEEK, a $250+ VALUE
- Conference Name Badge & Discount Wristband
- Nightly Organized Socials with Food & Drink Specials
- Airport Transportation To & From Pensacola Airport (PNS)
- Attend “Spouse Specific” Break Out Sessions & All WOFC class offerings.
- Enjoy a Spouse Breakfast complete with Mimosas & Bloody Marys followed by a Spouse Roundtable event.
FREE PNS AIRPORT SHUTTLE
County Fire Tactics sponsored airport shuttles will get attendees and registered spouses to and from the Pensacola Airport (PNS) on Monday, and Friday only.
- Monday, 8/22/2022, arrivals will locate a Dream Catcher Shuttle outside Baggage Claim 3 at Pensacola International Airport.
- Friday, 8/26/2022, departures will locate a Dream Catcher Shuttle outside the Hilton Hotel lobby.
- Shuttle registration will open approximately one week before the conference, registration required.
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