2026 Virginia Fire & Rescue Conference

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REGISTRATION OPENS ON NOVEMBER 1, 2025

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The Virginia Fire Chiefs Association is excited to hold the 2026 Virginia Fire Rescue Conference in Virginia Beach, Virginia from February 16-21, 2026.

Welcome to the Member365 Registration Page for the VFRC. Please see below for guidance on how to register for the conference:

Step #1 - Click the "Register Now" Button on this page.

Step #2 - To begin the process of registration enter your email address if requested (VFCA Members logged in will automatically skip this step)

Step #3 - Please choose the registration you would like (Full Conference, Weekday Pass, Weekend Pass)

Step #4 - Confirm your ticket choice (see below)

Step #5 - Choose "Select Ticket Options" to register for courses.

**IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE THIS STEP YOU ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SPOT IN A COURSE.**

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VFCA Lapsed Members - Members whose membership has expired are encouraged to go to https://vfca.us/join/ and renew their membership. Once your membership has renewed you will be able to access the registration page and receive the reduced conference rates.

Non-VFCA Members - Conference attendees who wish to become VFCA members to access reduced conference rates are encouraged to join the VFCA at https://vfca.us/join/ . If you do not wish to become a member please proceed through the registration process.

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We look forward to seeing you at the conference!

2026 Virginia Fire & Rescue Conference - Attendee Registration

February 16 - 21, 2026
1000 19th Street
Virginia Beach, Virginia
United States
23451

Event Workshops

The Water Can: Know Your Capabilities, Know Your Limitations (HOT COURSE)

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:24

Master one of the fireground’s most overlooked yet lifesaving tools—the 2½-gallon water extinguisher. Students will learn filling, pressurization, and custom modifications to make the ‘Can’ more effective. Evolutions include door control, searching with the Can, and direct fire attack. The class concludes with live-fire exercises where you’ll witness the Can’s impact in pre-flashover conditions.

Details:

Lead Instructor: Brian Disharoon
Max Class Size: 24
Required PPE: Full structural PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots, coat, pants) plus water bottle, shower items, towel, and change of clothes.

Dynamic Fire Behavior (HOT COURSE)

February 16, 2026 12:00 - 16:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:32

Gain firsthand insight into the behaviors that shape today’s modern fire environment. Using the flashover simulator, students will observe fire development phases, rollover, flashover precursors, and changing smoke conditions. Emphasis is placed on tactical ventilation, flow path awareness, and fire attack decision-making. A must for anyone seeking to better understand the science of fire behavior.

Details:

Lead Instructor: Jeremy Beaumont
Max Class Size: 32
Required PPE: Full structural PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots, coat, pants) plus water bottle, shower items, towel, and change of clothes.

Human Performance (HOT COURSE)

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 14:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:16

Firefighting is as much mental as it is physical. This course explores human performance factors that influence decision-making, stress management, and endurance on the fireground. Students will participate in interactive modules that apply cognitive and physical performance concepts to operational readiness.

Details :

Lead Instructor: John Carver
Max Class Size: 16
Required PPE: Station wear (pants and closed-toe shoes) and PT wear.

1031/1033 Recertification - Photography

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course will discuss evidence collection techniques and recommended associated photography. This course will be practical exercise heavy. Students should bring their department issued camera (and know how to use it). We will have all required equipment for the practical’s, but if you have a specialized tool such as a laser measuring device, feel free to bring it.

Enrollment Restrictions - Open to 1031 and 1033 certified personnel

1031/1033 Recertification - Legal Update

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

A four-hour block of instruction concerning legal topics that impact the investigation of fires and inspections of businesses. There will be a piece that encompasses case law as well as code changes/updates.

Open to 1031and1033 certified personnel

No-Nonsense Leadership: A Realistic Approach For The Company Officer

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Presenter(s)

Jarrod Sergi

This class provides the tools and knowledge to lead from the front as a company officer, all while building an effective group of performers. It targets newly promoted company officers as well as those who may assume the role in the near future but will ultimately benefit anyone who has the desire to make change and drive ownership into the company level. Company officers truly are the backbone in any fire department. They have the ability to keep their department running strong and efficient with their example, attitude, and passion. This class emphasizes the importance of unit cohesion and how it can have a lasting impact. It is meant to inspire action and produce results in your company, your station, and your department.

Virginia Office of EMS

LCCR/ICCR - Category 2

Rescue Operations For The Engine Company

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Presenter(s)

Nick Peppard

Many fire departments across the nation lack dedicated rescue or truck companies. Even in the departments that are fortunate enough to have these specialized resources, there is often a delay in their arrival to the scene. This necessitates the initial incident action plan and tactics being implemented to be performed by engine company personnel in many cases. Thus, it is imperative that engine companies train for the myriad scenarios that they will potentially face in their tour of duty. This class examines real world rescue incidents uniquely from the perspective of the engine company. We will review tool compliments that are common to the engine as well as outside the box uses for these tools and equipment. Finally, we will review management and leadership principles for both routine and complex incidents. This is an interactive class drawing on shared experiences from attendees as well as experiences faced over the instructor’s nearly 2 decades of running calls in rural, suburban and urban systems.

Virginia Office of EMS

LCCR/ICCR - Category 2

Beyond The Buggy: Extended And Complex Incident Management

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Most working incidents are handled by the initial incident commander operating from their command vehicle or chief’s “buggy”, but some incidents extend beyond the initial response or exceed the capabilities of the initial command team. Attendees will learn to recognize incidents that go beyond the buggy, requiring a more definitive command structure for effective incident management. The presentation will utilize case studies of a Virginia wildland urban interface fire and the recent aircraft crash at Reagan National Airport to explore the concepts of managing extended or complex incidents.

Show Me The Data: Transforming To A Data-Informed Fire Department

February 16, 2026 12:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Using data properly takes time, staff and money, but the days of justifying change based solely on intuition are quickly coming to a close. This session will cover how the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, the largest fire department in Virginia, transformed into a data-informed agency. It details the personnel, tools and techniques utilized along with use cases that will allow departments to examine their current needs and plan for the future.

The Meter Guys SOS "Saving Ourselves"

February 16, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Presenter(s)

Scott Russell & Ben Bosley

The Health and Safety of your personnel is your number one priority. This class teaches the attendee the importance of understanding whats in the smoke you and your personnel are breathing. This class focuses on fire gases and the risks to personnel. This is not a class on CO and HCN, we go way beyond this basic approach. Attendees will learn a wide array of toxic gases that could be present and why we have such a prevalent cancer problem in the fire service. Only through education/training can we make a difference now and in the future of your personnel. This is an essential class for all responders! We must change our culture now! This is a true safety course for all responders, not a check the box Incident Safety Officer course!

Virginia Office of EMS	NCCR (Category 1) BLS Area	NCCR (Category 1) - ALS Area
NCCR - Category 1	13 - Trauma	18 - Trauma

The Meter Guys SOS "Saving Ourselves"

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

AI Policy In The Fire Department

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This presentation introduces practical tips and policy framework for chief officers to evaluate the risks and opportunities of AI in fire department communications.

AI Policy In The Fire Department

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This presentation introduces practical tips and policy framework for chief officers to evaluate the risks and opportunities of AI in fire department communications.

Beyond The Buggy: Extended And Complex Incident Management

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Effective Fireground Command: A Practical Approach From The Cab To The Car

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Effective fireground command doesn’t have to start once a chief officer gets on scene. Effective command and control starts with the first arriving company and continues throughout the duration of the incident. This program reinforces the need for strong command and control from the moment the first air brake hits until demobilization. Focus will be on understanding how to establish appropriate strategies and reinforcing those strategies with sound tactics. We will dive into size up, command presence, communications, resource allocation, risk management, and building out an ICS structure in a practical way. The goal of this program is to give incident commanders of all ranks the tools and knowledge to run effective firegrounds that support decision making at the lowest level, and not micromanagement from the highest.

Effective Fireground Command: A Practical Approach From The Cab To The Car

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Fire Ground Functions For Today’s Truck Driver

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

An operator’s role is more than just getting the rig on scene. This presentation focuses on the mindset and traits needed to become a competent and well-rounded aerial operator. We will take a deep dive into aerial positioning, ground ladders, ventilation, and victim removal. We’ll discuss what to look and listen for to influence decisions that will have a lasting impact on the fire scene. We will examine numerous photos of aerial placement at various structure fires and explore the reasoning and strategies behind them. From there, we’ll discuss the importance of ground ladders and how they are considered the backbone of an aerial operator's responsibilities. We will explore where, when, and how to throw ground ladders to properly support crews working on the scene. Next, we’ll cover when, why, and how to properly perform vertical ventilation. We’ll look at the tools required to locate the ideal ventilation point and accomplish the task effectively. Lastly, we will discuss victim removal operations from the aerial operator’s perspective—whether it involves VEIS, removal via ladder, or assisting a victim out the front door.

Fire Ground Functions For Today’s Truck Driver

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Forged In Fire: Building Firefighter Resilience Through Emotional Intelligence

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course explores how emotional intelligence (EI) can be used to strengthen the mental resilience, team dynamics, and leadership capacity of today’s firefighters. Through interactive discussions, real-world fire service scenarios, and self-assessment tools, participants will develop core EI skills—such as self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and effective communication. The course is designed to help firefighters manage stress, enhance decision-making under pressure, and create a healthier, more connected firehouse culture. Whether in the rig, on the fireground, or back at the station, emotional intelligence is a critical tool for building strong, adaptable, mission-ready firefighters.

Forged In Fire: Building Firefighter Resilience Through Emotional Intelligence

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Leadership Development For Career And Volunteer Departments: Building For Today, Tomorrow, And Beyond.

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Fire and EMS departments nationwide are grappling with critical recruitment and retention challenges that threaten operational readiness and community safety. This dynamic presentation, delivered by seasoned public safety practitioners who have successfully developed and implemented leadership programs from the ground up, offers a proven roadmap for transforming departmental culture through strategic leadership development. Drawing from their extensive experience as both students in and architects of leading programs for career and volunteer audiences, the presenters will share hard-won insights into the importance of promoting "people-focused leadership" that creates leaders capable of driving meaningful change at the station level, on scene, and in their communities. Attendees will gain practical, actionable knowledge spanning the entire program lifecycle — from initial research and curriculum design to navigating the complex experiential and logistical challenges (venue selection and contracts, instructor recruitment, funding strategies, and more) that are essential to providing a transformative learning experience. With fire service leadership gaps widening and traditional approaches falling short, this session provides conference attendees with battle-tested strategies and real-world case studies that demonstrate how thoughtfully designed leadership development can directly address today's most pressing workforce challenges while building sustainable capacity for tomorrow's evolving demands. Learning Objectives include: -Understanding the critical role of people-focused skills development in developing Fire/EMS leaders who excel operationally, administratively, and within their communities -Mastering the complete process of designing tailored leadership programs, from curriculum development and delivery models to budget planning and student experience optimization -Navigating operational challenges including venue selection, staff recruitment, marketing strategies, partnership development, and performance tracking to ensure program success and sustainability -In-class demonstrations of techniques used to amplify learning experiences, potentially to include scenario-based learning, team building activities, and more.

Leadership Development For Career And Volunteer Departments: Building For Today, Tomorrow, And Beyond.

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Leadership On The Spectrum

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This presentation will cover leadership challenges of someone who has a social disorder, specifically Asperger’s, while in a supervisory role. I will also discuss why public service can be appealing to those who have social disorders or on the spectrum. I will be sharing how I overcame doubts from childhood regarding fitting into society to working in a position of leadership. Attendees will hear management and leadership principles that helped me and can help anyone get on the path of servant leadership. Attendees will hear tips on how to manage when social interactions can be challenging.

Leadership On The Spectrum

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

MCS/VAD Education For EMS And First Responders

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course is designed to provide knowledge on VAD management in various emergency situations.

MCS/VAD Education For EMS And First Responders

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course is designed to provide knowledge on VAD management in various emergency situations.

Show Me The Data: Transforming To A Data-Informed Fire Department

February 16, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Emergency Childbirth

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Learn about Birth Emergencies in the field with some hands on skills to deal with them. We cover Breech, Preterm Birth, Newborn Resuscitation, Hemorrhage, Hypertensive disorders, Cord prolapse and Twin Birth. We also cover emergency transfer from home or birth center to hospital for planned and unplanned community birth as well as anything else folks have questions about. Communication and debriefing is also covered.

Left Seat Tips And Tactics

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

There is no doubt that the Driver/Engineer is one of the most critical jobs in any fire company. This class is a fast-paced look at effective, time-tested techniques, tricks of the trade and tips for Engineers. We will review tactical considerations on a variety of incidents uniquely from the perspective of the Engineer. The wide variety of incidents a fire company responds to requires the Engineer to be on their game at all times. This class will impart several, real-world quick tips and will provide valuable training in areas such as booster back-up, positive and static water supply, relay, tandem and dual pumping operations, as well as diagnosing and correcting common (and some not-so-common) problems that Engineers may encounter on scene. Left Seat Tips and Tactics is geared towards current, newly promoted, and step-up engineers, as well as those firefighters seeking to promote and company officers looking to provide quality company level training to their crew. It is also aimed at Training Officers looking to improve their current driver/engineer development programs in their organizations.

The First Due Engine To An Active Shooter/Hostile Event

February 16, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

In today’s world, there is no question that all first responders—paid or volunteer—must be prepared to respond to active shooter and hostile events (ASHE). These incidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and often unfold rapidly, requiring a coordinated, informed response from all emergency services. This presentation provides practical, no-fluff guidance specifically tailored for fire departments that may not have the resources for extended ASHE training. Attendees will receive essential information that empowers them to make informed decisions when responding to these high-risk, dynamic events. The course focuses on understanding the firefighter’s role within the incident command system, integrating effectively with law enforcement and EMS, and establishing and managing a Level II staging area. Grounded in lessons learned from real-world after-action reports, FBI studies, NFPA 3000, and Active Shooter Incident Management (ASIM) training, the lecture will cover critical topics including ASHE terminology, incident statistics, response procedures, apparatus placement, and radio communications. Designed with respect for limited time and resources, this presentation delivers actionable insights to help first responders initiate the conversation within their departments and improve preparedness. The ultimate goal is for attendees to return to their stations equipped to engage in planning, coordination, and future training—because when an ASHE incident occurs, every responder must know their role and be ready to act.

Chief Officer School (2-Day HOT COURSE)

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 16:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:24

Designed for current and aspiring chief officers, this program develops command presence and strategic-level fireground leadership. Participants will explore multiple command styles, build realistic simulations, and integrate with Engine and Truck companies in full-scale scenarios. The focus is on tactical mastery and higher-level decision-making under stress.

Details:

Lead Instructor: Joe Marzitello, Lester Flint, Ben Jenkins
Max Class Size: 24
Required PPE: Optional: Full structural PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots, coat, pants) plus water bottle, shower items, towel, and change of clothes.

Engine Operations (2-Day HOT Course)

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 16:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:32

Join our 2-Day Engine Company Operations Training and develop your skills at selecting, deploying, and advancing attack lines in a reality based, scenario driven training environment! This hands-on course is your chance to perfect the fundamentals that set the stage for a successful fire attack! You’ll Learn hose and nozzle management techniques for vertical advancement, long hallway stretches and sharp corner maneuvers to ensure a smooth, effective stretch every time. Students will also discuss critical strategies for locating and removing victims while advancing the attack line. Using a reality-based training model, you’ll practice in real world scenarios designed to mirror realistic situations. The training culminates on day 2 with an exhilarating live fire scenario, where you’ll apply your skills in a full tempo live fire scenario.

Truck Operations (2-Day HOT COURSE)

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 16:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:32

Join us for a 2-Day Truck Operations class designed to transform your skills in scenario driven fireground operations environment! This hands-on course dives into the heart of truck company tactics, focusing on role-specific responsibilities, team management concepts, and resource deployment models such as the inside/outside team concept.

This class will cover vital truck function skills such as

Vent Enter Search (VES)
Forcible Entry
Residential Primary Search
Ground Ladder Deployment
Victim Removal

Our reality-based, scenario-driven curriculum immerses you in lifelike training environments, allowing you to practice and perfect your techniques. The grand finale? A large-scale live-fire scenario on Day 2, where you’ll deploy your newly honed skills in a realistic live fire scenario alongside other fireground teams.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your firefighting expertise and become a master of truck company operations!

Details:

Lead Instructor: Chris Isdell, Jake Maund
Max Class Size: 32
Required PPE: Full structural PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots, coat, pants) plus water bottle, shower items, towel, and change of clothes.

Company Officer Development (2-Day HOT Course)

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 16:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:24

The first-arriving company officer sets the tone for every incident. Clear, confident, and concise communication isn’t just important—it’s essential. Join us for an intense 2-day, scenario-driven training experience designed for current and aspiring Company Officers. You’ll sharpen your ability to deliver effective on-scene communication, give accurate situation reports, and set the stage for tactical success. Through hands-on simulations and repeated practice, you’ll build a personal playbook of tactics for a wide range of incidents. Then, on Day 2, put your skills to the test as you step into the role of Company Officer during a full-scale, live-fire scenario. This is your chance to lead with authority, strengthen your tactical voice, and prepare for the challenges of the fireground.

Details:

Max Class Size: 24
Required PPE: Full structural PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots, coat, pants) plus water bottle, shower items, towel, and change of clothes.

1031/1033 Recertification - Inspector And Investigator Safety

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This delivery looks at Inspector and Investigator safety from a wide lens. This course does not focus only on interactions with people, but on the dangers that inspectors and investigators encounter on location and involving processes.

Open to 1031 and 1033 certified personnel

1031 Recertification - Food Truck Inspections

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Food trucks and how your locality is handling these types of inspections and permitting. This in-depth program will go into the provisions of the SFPC, how the State Fire Marshals Office handles these, and how our departments can better work together on the challenges that food trucks pose to the Commonwealth.

Open to 1031 certified personnel

Fire Service Human Resources Forum

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:50

People First: Strengthening HR Practices in the Fire Service - The fire service continues to evolve in response to complex personnel challenges—ranging from recruitment and retention to workforce accommodations, DEI, behavioral health, and legally defensible hiring practices. This forum brings together HR experts, department leadership, and jurisdictional partners to address these issues collaboratively. Through guided discussion, case studies, and best-practice sharing, this session will bridge the operational-HR divide, building shared understanding and capability across the fire service workforce ecosystem.

The Meter Guys "When Meters Matter" Air Monitoring For First Responders

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

The Meter Guys Air Monitoring for First Responders “When Meters Matter” It is estimated that a majority of first responders can turn a meter on but have no idea what the readings mean when it alarms, nor the knowledge of the changing situation as a meter begins to register readings putting them at significant risk This course focuses on the First Responder and how to use a meter properly, understand the readings they see, and the implications of such on emergency responses. Today’s First Responder training is deficient in Air Monitoring and the use of the basic 4-Gas meter, at all levels of Awareness, Operations and Technician training courses. The Meter Guys Air Monitoring course is designed to fill this void and bring quality SME training to your organization. Students will participate in Lecture, Case Studies, and Hands-On meter training involving DOT transported chemicals. Upon completion of this course the First Responder will learn about calibration and bump testing importance, and peak readings, STEL, and fresh air calibration. Furthermore, the student will learn a 90 second street smart chemical and physical properties size up to use upon arrival. This assessment will be focused on DOT transported materials involved in incidents. We customize each class to focus on target hazards from local transportation, industry, rail etc. in your area. We will also focus on hazards you would like us to cover that are of concern to your juridstiction. Through our program the student will learn about each individual sensor in the 4-Gas Meter (LEL, O2, CO, H2S) so they better understand what their meter is telling them while on an emergency response on highway tanker accidents, as well as gas leaks, confined space, CO and other calls where first responder safety could be at risk. They will understand and physically experience the meter alarms during the course with meters that are brought with us for your First Responders to use. We also will be happy to review your meters during this class. By bringing our own meters we spare you the problem of having to recalibrate your meters due to the amount of chemicals we expose the meters to during class. If you want us to use your meters during the class, we will be happy to do so understanding your meters will need calibration at the end of the class. This course is not designed to make the First Responder (Awareness/Operations) an offensive responder but to better prepare the member to detect the presence of danger to ensure the safety of their crew and the public. Furthermore, The Meter Guys instills the need for air monitoring to promote safety and health and help prevent Firefighter Cancers. This course is a self-contained course in which we arrive with everything to teach the class. Many classes require the host to provide equipment for the training. Frequently, this equipment is not usable for teaching, it is in ill repair, does not work, has dead batteries, hasn’t been calibrated, etc. and the list goes on. Many departments have very few meters which hampers training, this course shows why they need a meter, and how to use it! Furthermore, if your department does not have meters this provides an opportunity for you to learn more about them and hopefully justify why you need meters on your rigs. With this concept the Meter Guys are committed to there being 1-2 students at the most per meter. We have watched many training classes with 4-8 students plus huddled around one meter at a table. This type of training is not conducive to learning how to use a lifesaving piece of equipment and why we bring our cache of meters to you for training.

Company Operations In Garden Apartment Fires

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
Fee: $0.00
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This presentation is meant to provide the tools and knowledge needed to combat your next garden apartment fire. Garden apartments are present in just about every part of the country. These occupancies provide a unique set of challenges both from the company and command level. There will be a heavy emphasis on operations at the company level. As goes the actions of those first arriving companies, goes the incident. This class provide the student with sound tactical decision making that will not only support the command officers in the street, but ultimately lead to a successful outcome for the occupants. Key topics to be discussed will be construction, access problems, life safety concerns, fire attack considerations, water supply issues, ventilation and more.

Company Operations In Garden Apartment Fires

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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From Tradition To Transformation: Leading Change In The Firehouse

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Change management is a very important but under taught component of leadership in an organization. This course uses fire service examples to emphasize the models and theories of change management and diffusion of innovation theory. The course will teach methods of determining why change is needed, communication, challenges, and provide a guide of how to be successful. This course will also describe how change will affect members of an organization and provide methods to help everyone through the transitions.

From Tradition To Transformation: Leading Change In The Firehouse

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Leading The Primary Search

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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This presentation takes the audience through conducting primary searches in building fires from dispatch through completion of the search. We will expand upon where, when, and how to search more effectively as a team. We analyze dispatch information to assist in determining victim locations and we analyze audio clips of successful primary searches to break down the reasoning and decision making processes for these events. This presentation will include typical benchmarks of the search team and how we use use the benchmarks of other companies to develop our search techniques and aggressiveness. Techniques for searching without the advantage of hoselines in place or operating above a fire will be taught to emphasize the fastest removal of victims possible while maintaining the safety and integrity of those assigned to us performing these searches. Situational awareness of the search team is expanded upon to explain how routine fireground functions will increase the effectiveness of our team. Lastly, this presentation teaches the audience additional methods for removing victims once located while providing them the highest chances of survival. Several components of this presentation will emphasize maintaining accountability of your team during firefighting conditions while upholding your own situational awareness.

Leading The Primary Search

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Looking Good Matters For Devices, Too!!

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Do you know why the bevel is slanted on the NPA, or why insulin pens are designed the way they are? This lecture will take a look at the history of medical devices and how they've changed over the years for patient comfort, safety, and ease of use.

Looking Good Matters For Devices, Too!!

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Mindful Hiring In Fire & EMS: Enhancing Recruitment With Psychological Evaluations

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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In fire and EMS services, employees must perform under extreme stress, make split-second decisions, and function seamlessly within close-knit teams where trust and communication are life-saving essentials. This presentation explores the critical role of pre-hire psychological evaluations in ensuring new hires are not only technically qualified but also emotionally and behaviorally prepared for the demands of the job. We will discuss how modern psychological assessments—grounded in scientific evidence and aligned with professional guidelines—can improve hiring outcomes, reduce turnover, and prevent costly performance issues. Attendees will learn how to identify the right psychological traits to evaluate (e.g., stress tolerance, emotional regulation, teamwork orientation, integrity), how these evaluations complement background checks and physical ability tests, and how they contribute to a safer and more resilient workforce. Whether you are hiring firefighter-paramedics, EMTs, or frontline supervisory staff, this session will provide practical strategies for integrating psychological screening into your department’s hiring process. Learning Objectives: Understand the unique psychological demands of Fire and EMS roles and how they impact long-term performance. Learn how validated psychological assessments can improve selection decisions and reduce organizational risk. Explore the latest tools and methods used in public safety psychological evaluations. Develop practical strategies to integrate psychological screening into your agency’s recruitment and selection processes.

Mindful Hiring In Fire & EMS: Enhancing Recruitment With Psychological Evaluations

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Sex, Drugs & Cell Phones: Ethics In Today's Public Safety Agency

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Public safety leaders often focus on role-based or situational ethics. The very nature of the fire service and EMS creates many layers of ethical conflict that cut across all of our organizational layers. This session will take a look at the broader aspects of ethics by looking at a number of events and discussing how we promote positive ethical change in our organizations.

Sex, Drugs & Cell Phones: Ethics In Today's Public Safety Agency

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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STEMI And SENSI How I Shocked My Mentor (LITERALLY)

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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What do you do when the person you're trying to save is the same one who helped shape the provider you’ve become? STEMI & SENSI: How I Shocked My Mentor (Literally) dives into one of the most personal and high-stakes calls of my career — treating my own mentor during a massive Inferior STEMI with right side involvement. This isn’t just a cardiac case study; it’s a look into what happens when muscle memory, clinical training, and raw emotion collide. We’ll break down every phase of the call: assessment, treatment decisions, transport, and post-care reflections. But we’ll also explore the side of EMS we don’t talk about enough — emotional composure, scene presence, and the ability to function when the stakes are more personal than ever. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned provider, this session blends protocols with personal growth, clinical skill with human experience — because someday, the life you shock might be someone who once gave you the spark to begin this journey.

STEMI And SENSI How I Shocked My Mentor (LITERALLY)

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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The Effective Role Of The Fire/EMS Service Instructor: A Way To Lead And Influence

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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The purpose of this presentation is to discuss how to shape your training department to train in the field of Fire and Emergency Medical Services to develop teaching styles related to the different generations in and entering the Fire/EMS services. The training department is a division that can conduct quality training with ALL members of the department by conducting or sponsoring courses with the department’s mission, vision, and values. The training division members can influence everyone in the department. With the right attitude and commitment, the department can increase the department’s overall knowledge, skills and abilities of all members. This will promote a new culture of love and passion for the job and increase retention within the agency.

The Fireground EMT: Expanding EMS Contributions On The Fireground

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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This presentation explores the expanding and increasingly vital role of non-firefighter Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals—specifically Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)—within fireground operations. As the dynamics of emergency response continue to evolve, EMTs are stepping beyond their traditional medical duties to take on new responsibilities that enhance fireground efficiency, safety, and coordination. The session outlines how EMTs are now actively engaging in fireground strategy, communication, and support efforts alongside firefighting personnel. Emphasis is placed on cross-functional knowledge, collaboration, and proactive safety practices.

The Fireground EMT: Expanding EMS Contributions On The Fireground

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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From Theory To Smoke : Realistic Search Tactics, Tips, And Practical Training For The Modern Day Search Culture.

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
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In this lecture series we will cover real world search tactics that will improve your search ability. We will cover how to move victims from all positions. Cover tips and tricks that we have picked up over our careers along with tips learned from others. We will also be covering how to make your training environment more practical and effective in today's fire service. This course will take your search training and skill set to the next level.

From Theory To Smoke : Realistic Search Tactics, Tips, And Practical Training For The Modern Day Search Culture.

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
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Leading People: Human-Centered Leadership For Real-World Impact

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
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This course explores the art and science of human-centered leadership, blending psychology, neuroscience, and real-world case studies to help leaders at all levels grow with purpose. Participants will examine how mindset, behavior, and culture shape leadership outcomes—learning from experiments like Asch’s conformity study, Milgram’s obedience research, and the Stanford Prison Experiment. Topics include growth mindset, lifelong learning, humility, feedback, diversity, and the psychology behind group dynamics, decision-making, and performance under pressure. Designed to help leaders avoid toxic pitfalls and develop with integrity, this course encourages reflection, dialogue, and a renewed focus on leading people—not just processes.

Leading People: Human-Centered Leadership For Real-World Impact

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
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Slap The Cap: The Comprehensive Capnography Course

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
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First Nationally presented comprehensive course (Since 1998) on capnography that is an eye-opening experience when participants learn the incredible benefits gained from full ETCO2 monitoring and waveform assessment. In this exciting and informative session, Bob reviews the related A&P of the respiratory system and explains, through the use of multi-media and audience involvement, the role of capnography in all aspects of emergency and critical care. From cases of cardiac arrest to airway and ventilation management. Patient assessment as an initial triage through primary assessment and secondary to ongoing reassessment. In medical and trauma cases alike, the case is made for using capnography as a key patient assessment tool for every patient. From the triage of any patient to the ongoing monitoring of the patient. In fact, anyone with a problem with ABC’s should have continuous monitoring of ETCO2 and waveform. Be a part of this comprehensive course that explains in detail why you measure CO2, how the machine measures it, how the waveforms are made and real cases from A-Z. Come and learn how to fully integrate this session into your practice and utilize it to its fullest potential! Capnography: It’s not just for confirming tube placement!

The Tactical Engine

February 17, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
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The Tactical Engine is a down and dirty look at the blue-collar fundamentals of aggressive engine work. This recently updated class has been stripped down, overhauled and restructured to add more technical knowledge, real world scenarios and dynamic discussion points. This class will examine effective tactics for first-alarm assignment engine companies. It will explore efficiently performing essential fireground tasks, will delve into tactical priorities and will examine fireground decision making. The class will also address truck work for engines that don’t have the luxury of properly staffed truck companies arriving in a timely manner. Subjects covered will include attributes and foundational principles of building a high-performing engine company, size up, initial actions, water supply considerations, the engine search, forcible entry, coordinated ventilation, riding assignments, weapon selection, hose line management, and how to maximize limited staffing/resources in various operational arenas. This class is geared toward those looking to maximize the performance of their engine company.

Unified Command, Communications And Control Of An Active Assailant Situation With RTF's

February 17, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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The purpose of this presentation is for awareness and training because these events could happen anywhere at any time. Showing that schools and large outdoor events are targets of these types of events. Defining proper stages of planning to prepare and added safeguards within normal or special events. Understanding history, so we don't repeat it by learning from the situation and improving the weak areas. Instill why this type of training should be in basic fire academies because it will be the people working in Operations, in the field, first arriving, first utilized, first deployed in the assignment and first to make contact with the patients to save lives. Reviewing what essential equipment to obtain for your team as well as RTF bags for patents and removal of patents. Obtaining buy-in from the "stakeholders" to integrate training between Police and Fire-EMS.

A Healthier First Responder: Cancer, Cardiac Arrest, PTSD - The Impact Of Sleep Deprivation And Work Schedules

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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An Examination of the Potential Adverse Health Effects of Sleep Deprivation Among First Responders Due to Shift Work and the 56-Hour Work Week—and Strategies for Prevention and Mitigation

A Healthier First Responder: Cancer, Cardiac Arrest, PTSD - The Impact Of Sleep Deprivation And Work Schedules

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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An Examination of the Potential Adverse Health Effects of Sleep Deprivation Among First Responders Due to Shift Work and the 56-Hour Work Week—and Strategies for Prevention and Mitigation

CO = HR X SV, The Most Important Formula In EMS

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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The purpose of this presentation is to understand the formula Cardiac Output equals Heart Rate times Stroke Volume (CO=HR x SV). This formula is taught in the EMT courses but do the providers get a good understanding of how important Cardiac Out is to the body? Do our AEMT and Paramedics have a good understanding? Cardiac output (CO) is also a formula for blood pressure. We will talk about how the heart rate and stroke volume influence cardiac output. The mean arterial pressure (MAP) is also talked about and explained in detail. The presentation has some animations of the heart in different conditions including the electrical activity of the heart. We discuss preload and after load and how that will influence cardiac output. We explain Frank Starling’s Law (Curve) and the benefits. The presentation explains the perfusion triangle and how it relates to the fire apparatus. We also discuss chemoreceptors and baroreceptors and at the end of the presentation, the audience will gain a better understanding of how cardiac output can be changed and influenced by extrinsic methods and medications.

CO = HR X SV, The Most Important Formula In EMS

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Leading Effective Fire Department Training Operations

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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Rather a small volunteer fire department or a large metropolitan fire department, every department must have an effective training program to ensure safe and effective operations. There are plenty of classes on how to be an effective instructor, but there are very few classes on leading and managing overall department training operations. This class fills that gap. Rather your department has a single, part-time training officer or a large training division staff, this class will help students learn the keys of managing and leading their department’s training organization. The class includes information that can improve already established training operations along with knowledge for students who are looking for the more strategic, deliberate, and long-term guidance needed to further develop or expand department training operations.

Leading Effective Fire Department Training Operations

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Little People Big World

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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This lecture will briefly look at stages of life development in the pediatric patient, and what trauma looks like over various age groups. It will discuss treatments and various resources for the trauma patient.

Little People Big World

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Musical Notes Of Leadership

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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As technology advances to keep patients alive and preserve a good quality life, transplants still remain unable to meet demand so we have seen an increase in VAD devices and Artificial Hearts, as well as Impella devices and other mechanical adjuncts which cardiologists can use to increase survival in at least the short term while patients wait for a transplant. This class will explore the science behind how these technological miracles work, why they are used, the criteria behind them and the amazing history that led to their invention. We will look closely at different models and discuss in detail what providers can expect to see for presentation, complications and how to troubleshoot them and get the patients the specialized care they need when the devices don't work the way they are supposed to in order to buy these people another chance at life.

Musical Notes Of Leadership

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Rules Of EMS: The Stuff You Only Learn The Hard Way

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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This course offers a practical and engaging look at essential EMS principles that go beyond textbooks and protocols. Through a series of field-tested “rules,” providers will explore the real-world skills, habits, and mindset necessary for safe, effective, and professional prehospital care. Topics include patient assessment, documentation, communication, pediatric red flags, provider wellness, and more. Blending humor, humility, and high-yield insights, this course is ideal for both new and experienced EMS professionals seeking to strengthen their clinical judgment and operational awareness.

Rules Of EMS: The Stuff You Only Learn The Hard Way

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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We're Gonna Pump You Up! VAD Devices And Artificial Hearts

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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You Do Not Want To Promote!

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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The fire service is full of individuals who say they want to be company officers, but are incredibly unprepared for the weight of leadership, misunderstand the role of the company officer, have never been provided with mentors, and in many cases, all of the above. Although there is no substitution for technical competency when called upon to "do the job", the vast majority of time is not spent in that role. In fact, the easiest part of being a company officer is running calls. The hard part is living a life worthy of the title aspired to. The presentation will have an open and honest discussion around what it truly means to be a company officer, and how to navigate the minefield of leadership. This program will be perhaps the single most direct and honest conversation around what is involved in being a company officer.

You Do Not Want To Promote!

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Your Legacy, What Are You Leaving Behind?

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 14:45
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This engaging and reflective lecture explores the concept of personal and professional legacy within the fire service. Attendees will examine the lasting impact of their actions, attitudes, mentorship, and leadership on their departments, communities, and the next generation of firefighters. Through personal stories, practical examples, and open discussion, participants will be challenged to consider how daily decisions contribute to a lasting legacy, both positively and negatively. Topics will include: * Defining what "legacy" means in the fire service  * The role of culture, tradition, and values in shaping your impact  * Mentorship and succession planning  * Building a reputation of integrity, excellence, and service  * Avoiding common pitfalls that can tarnish a legacy  This course is ideal for firefighters of all ranks who wish to reflect on their professional journey, re-center their purpose, and intentionally shape the legacy they leave behind.

Behind The Scenes, Ahead Of The Curve: Strengthening Administrative Excellence In Fire Service

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
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Administrative professionals are the backbone of fire service operations—ensuring compliance, coordination, and continuity in a high-stakes environment. This interactive workshop is designed to support their development with insights, strategies, and shared learning. Participants will engage in focused presentations followed by facilitated roundtable discussions to connect concepts to real-world administrative challenges. Emphasis will be placed on peer learning, practical tools, and collaboration across jurisdictions and roles.

Engineering Excellence

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
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The professional Driver/Engineer must understand and leverage the ENTIRE water delivery system from start to finish. They must not only understand the “What”, but also the “How” and the “Why” of their equipment, tactics and their position. Driver/Engineers must truly be masters of water delivery and application.They are expected to be intimately familiar with the weapons at their disposal and wield them in a way so as to maximize their impact on the fire scene. The reality is, great driver/engineers are not made by accident. They are systematically built through knowledge, training and experience. This class takes an extensive look at water delivery and application. It delves into the equipment, strategic goals, and tactical deployment models that are essential to success at the pump panel. It examines extensive technical knowledge, hydraulics, pump design, hose and nozzle construction, and how our strategies, tactics, equipment impact our effectiveness on the fireground. If you’re a student of all things ENGINE, this is the class for you!

The High Performance Ventilation Course

February 17, 2026 13:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
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Research shows that more often than not, Health Care providers have trouble manually ventilating patients. In this eye-opening hands-on workshop, Bob shows participants how to ventilate patients by BVM, via Mask, ET tube, and supraglottic airways using state of the art computerized simulators that measure pressures, volumes, and ventilatory rates. You will gain valuable insight, skills and techniques to improve your ventilation ability using this valuable feedback and coaching system. This lab features the tools and techniques to introduce to you the concept of high performance ventilation (HPV) Limited to 36 so that everyone can get time to practice.

Rule # 1, Cardio: Surviving Life’s Rare Cardiac Diseases

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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Like the guys on the movie ‘Zombieland’ said, it’s all about Rule # 1, Cardio! But we won’t make you run away from Zombies here! Come join this fun class and we’ll explore some of the rare cardiac diseases that can cause issues with our patients and can show on an EKG. Cardiac problems are still the number one killer of people in the United States so learning more about these different conditions can help you become a better clinician and develop the tools you need to recognize and treat them. We’ll delve into disorders caused by congenital defects as well as sports-induced problems and difficult to diagnose MI’s. Treatment and diagnostic tools like 15 and 18 lead EKGs will be taught and a practical experience will be provided. So come learn why even Zombie fighters need to know Cardio!

Senior Firefighter, Informal Leader Of The Firehouse

February 17, 2026 15:00 - 16:45
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The Senior Firefighter “The Senior Firefighter, informal leadership of the firehouse.” In a firehouse there is formal leadership: Fire Chief; Battalion Chief; Captain; Lieutenant. However, there is the informal leadership in the firehouse, the Senior Man. This class we will discuss how to be the Senior man. Whether you have 2 years or 20, this class will talk about being the informal leader in the firehouse, at the kitchen table or even out for an evening with the Brothers and Sisters.

Cardiac Chameleons: When The EKG Changes In Your Stroke Patient

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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A stroke is unique in presentation, but we sometimes forget that it is still created by cardiovascular disease issues. Because of this we can expect to see EKG changes in our patients, though most EMS providers will seldom look for them. Unfortunately, many of these can be sudden and unexpected as we are concentrating on the patient's stroke symptoms. This class will explore common EKG changes we can see in stroke patients while reiterating the importance of good diagnosis, early recognition and treatment. Emphasis will be placed on case studies and identifying the EKG changes that are typically seen with stroke so you can better care for these high risk patients for better outcomes!

1033 (LE) Recertification - Use Of Force/Control Tactics Sustainment/Refresher Training

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 17:00
Fee: $0.00
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The Use of Force / Defensive Tactics Sustainment Training will be a hands-on update/refresher for sworn law enforcement officers. This course will review previously learned techniques in control tactics, cuffing, and expandable baton. We will also introduce new concepts that can provide officers with skills to enhance their capabilities and overall officer safety. Attendees should bring their duty belt and body armor. No live firearms, ammunition, OC spray or knives please. The program will be delivered off-site at the VA Beach Fire Training Center.

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Commanding Alone: Leading The Fireground When You’re All You’ve Got

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Fireground leadership is often imagined with a full suite of command staff, division supervisors, and support officers coordinating behind the scenes. But reality paints a much different picture for many departments. Increasingly, incident commanders find themselves alone, charged with managing multiple units, high-risk tactics, and life-and-death decisions without the luxury of additional command staff. Whether due to staffing limitations, geographic isolation, or simultaneous incidents, the solo IC is no longer a rare occurrence, it's becoming the norm. Whether or not you have lead incidents before, this course is a practical, experience-based session built for those who may find themselves on the fireground with nothing more than a radio, a whiteboard, and their own experience. Participants will explore how dynamic staffing models, decentralized command, and building a culture of frontline autonomy prior to the incident are the foundation to success. Using real case studies, including NIOSH line-of-duty death reports and near-miss incidents, this course will address the personal, tactical, and organizational demands placed on the solo commander. Whether you’re leading from a buggy, responding from home, or stepping up as an acting officer, this class will equip you with tools to manage chaos with clarity, and command the fireground with confidence, even when you're all you've got.

Commanding Alone: Leading The Fireground When You’re All You’ve Got

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Do A Little More: You Owe Them That Much!

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Improving patient interactions with small and meaning steps for positive outcomes. Focusing on the "little things" that seem insignificant that can drastically improve your patient care.

High Consequence Infectious Diseases: What Every EMS Clinician MUST Know!

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated that EMS clinicians are at the forefront of detecting and identifying patients with potential emerging infectious diseases. Prehospital clinicians are key components in a health system response to special pathogens of concern. Additionally, keeping prehospital clinicians safe when responding to patients with potential high consequence infectious diseases is necessary to ensure they also don't become infected. This seminar will discuss emerging special pathogens and how they may impact the response to, treatment of, and transport of patients in the prehospital setting. Learners be familiarized with high consequence infectious diseases and the National Special Pathogens System.

High Consequence Infectious Diseases: What Every EMS Clinician MUST Know!

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Leadership, Lessons Learned On The Line

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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There are as many leadership theories as there are authors and books. The challenge for most fire service leaders is translating those theories into practice – every day behaviors. This presentation presents a series of practical leadership behaviors designed for the leader or those who aspire to be one. I will identify the leadership practices that I’ve found effective in rising through the fire service ranks all the way through senior executive service in federal service.

Leadership, Lessons Learned On The Line

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
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Leading In Life: From The Front Door To The Bay Floor

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Most parents want the same thing for their children, success and happiness. Success is often driven by the investment of accountability and consistency when raising, nurturing and teaching your children the ways of the world we live in. The fire service, especially the company officer, sees many parallels to parenting. This course will offer insight into how firefighters can lead from the front door of their home to the front pad of the apparatus bay. Establishing routines, holding individuals accountable for their actions, and investing in personnel are the same things parents of successful children often acknowledge as the recipe for success. This course will help firefighters, company officers, and chief officers lead their departments and generate successful individuals, companies, and departments. All the lessons learned can be used to duplicate the same success at home and within your community. The ideas, concepts, and training in this course are and have been used by the instructor at all levels of fire service, and within the home with a great deal of success. This course, while aimed at fire service leaders, can be attended by spouses, civilians, and anyone else looking to maximize the success of their leadership, but most importantly the success of those they lead.

Leading In Life: From The Front Door To The Bay Floor

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Nozzle Operations And Victims: A Real Life Hat Dance

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course will examine the importance of Engine Company Operations with relation to victim survivability. The Course will present information that will assist all engine firefighters in formulating proper actions to ensure victim survival. The course will utilize research as well as real world experience to ensure the student is prepared for the most chaotic of fire scenes.

Nozzle Operations And Victims: A Real Life Hat Dance

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Playing With Fire - Saving The Save

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
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Playing With Fire - Saving The Save

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

The use of Cyanokit and inhalation airway management will be covered in this lecture. Cyanokit has a beneficial use in all EMS/Fire settings, from rural to industrial. The challenge of setting up the Cyanokit appropriately, and knowing how to identify indications for use early is paramount in having a successful infusion/outcome. Whether it is a citizen, or one of our own- BE READY.

The Virginia Trauma System: Case Scenarios Of The System In Action.

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This course will describe the levels of trauma designation recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia and provide examples of patient movement across the system from the scene of injury to definitive care.

The Virginia Trauma System: Case Scenarios Of The System In Action.

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Courage Under Fire Leadership � 25 Timeless Leadership Nuggets

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

This session is intended for anyone in today’s fire service, from firefighter up to fire chief, regardless of time on the job or type or size of department. Attendees will be exposed to 25 timeless leadership nuggets that can be used by anyone in today’s fire service, not just fire officers, to ensure they are being the best they can be for those they are fortunate to serve, within the department, within the community, and ultimately at home. Many of these nuggets can be beneficial to one’s personal life, while all can be beneficial on the job, whether at the firehouse or on the fireground. Numerous lessons learned will be shared and discussed in a positive and productive manner so that attendees can leave with information, tips and suggestions they can immediately put into action. Regardless of where we may find ourselves on the organizational chart, each one of us has a leadership responsibility to ensure that we are a highly functioning and contributing team member that is doing the right things for the right reasons.

First Due With A Clue; Essential Functions Of The First Engine And Truck

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 12:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Everyone wants to be First Due to every fire they are dispatched to. But what happens when you are successful at beating everyone there? Do you know what needs to be done? Can you accomplish it all? Nothing is worse than arriving first, only to be beat to the seat by the 2nd due because you were unsure of what needed to be done or how to do it. This course will discuss the necessary tasks of the Engine and the Truck when arriving first due. First Due Engine and Truck operations simply put will make or break the fireground. If operations are efficient and executed well, success is easy. If operations are executed poorly, failure will ensue. The public places their blind trust in us each and every day that we will respond quickly and solve their problem, whatever it may be. This class will build upon the belief that everyone must know every job. The Truck relies on the Engine and the Engine needs the Truck. This class will take that belief and hone it to focus on the basics of Engine work and Truck work. It will mold those basics into a fluent coordination of movements that happen on the fireground. These movements collectively allow us to rescue human life and preserve property, which after all is our primary mission. Engine topics include positioning for success, riding and tool assignments, hoseline selection and deployment for the greatest benefit among others. Truck topics will cover positioning around other apparatus, riding and tool assignments, the 2 team concept and how to consolidate positions when short staffed; we will also cover ladders, forcible entry, ventilation and search procedures.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #1

February 18, 2026 08:00 - 09:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for pre-brief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #2

February 18, 2026 09:15 - 10:15
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for prebrief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #3

February 18, 2026 10:30 - 11:30
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for prebrief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #4

February 18, 2026 13:00 - 14:00
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for prebrief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #5

February 18, 2026 14:15 - 15:15
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for prebrief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

EMS Simulation Escape Room #6

February 18, 2026 15:30 - 16:30
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:10

EMS Simulation Escape Room Time Frame: 1 hour sessions Audience: All: Class size limited to 10 Escape Rooms are fun team building exercises based on a theme and puzzle/problem solving that leads to an exit from the room. Bob Page has developed an EMS related scenario with high fidelity simulation and added a theme designed to challenge EMS providers critical thinking, situational awareness and patient assessment and management techniques. it is recommended that at least one ALS provider be on each team. In this class, a team or up to 6-10 enters the "room" with a scenario. The team must find clues, and solve all of the puzzles to get their equipment and the "key" to open the box that has the "CD" or "Commonwealth Drug"; a super serum that will save the patient's life and allow the successful escape from the room. Clues are a part of the scene survey, patient assessment findings. As time goes on the patient deteriorates and the team must manage the patient while solving the puzzles to get the "CD." Without the "CD" you are destined to perform CPR until your team solves all the puzzles or time expires. Time slots are one hour per team which allows time for prebrief, scenario, and debrief afterwards. You will need to sign up for the time slot you want to attend. Get a group from your service and sign up for the same time slot or work with another group you form onsite.

Blocked And Unfriended By My Own Heart: Heart Blocks In The Young

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

We have all had patients who exhibit heart blocks, but most are the population we expect to see them in…older patients. So what happens when we see a younger patient, either pediatric or young to middle aged adult who has a heart block? Would we believe our eyes, diagnose and treat it the right way? Join Rory as he takes us on a journey through his own personal experience of dealing with a heart block and misdiagnosis over several years culminating in a major event that led to pacemaker placement. We’ll discuss the epidemiology and pathophysiology of what is occurring in heart blocks using multiple case studies, and how we can best treat it. Emphasis will be placed on recognition and not being blinded as we see a cardiac arrhythmia that is not common in younger patients, but can be just as troublesome.

Honey Badger Bugles

February 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:45
Fee: $0.00
Seats Remaining:100

Forging strong chief officers in a dynamic fire service emphasizing the importance of continual professional development in the pursuit of eliminating complacency.