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Hands-On Applications of Classroom Lessons Taking Training to the Streets The job of firefighting is a very physical activity. While the theory presented in the classroom provides the "why" and "what ifs," it is practical training using the techniques which are required if any emergency operation will be successful. During the spring, summer and fall the GFD training program moves outside to hone skills and techniques that were taught in the classroom. In practical sessions the firefighters learn the "how" of firefighting. We are lucky to live in the same town as the Ontario Fire College. Whenever possible we try to borrow their facility to train our firefighters in such areas as Search and Rescue or Fire Attack, both inside special burn buildings.
With lots to do in the area year-round, including cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, the winter is a chance for us to keep our skills sharp for winter rescues. Every other year we run a course in Shore-Based Ice Water Rescue. An area of a local lake is thinned for us to practice our techniques. Following a two-hour classroom session, firefighters take to the lake for a a half-day of practical experience.
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A local
towing company, loans us the use of their yard and cars to train in automobile extrication.
Area lakes and rivers are frequented by our crews drilling in portable pumps and
firestreams. From hydrant training to ladder drills, the summer month's training
schedule keeps all stations busy.
