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REALITY UNDER PRESSURE: FIRE OPS 101 DELIVERS AN INSIDE LOOK On June 6th, elected officials, county dignitaries and staff, and special guests from across San Bernardino County experienced Fire Ops 101 at the Richard Sewell Training Center in San Bernardino. Fire Ops 101 is a collaborative effort between the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District and Local 935, designed to give participants a first-hand look at the complex and demanding work of firefighter-paramedics in the field. The day began with a dynamic medical scenario featuring a simulated cardiac event that progressed into full cardiac arrest. Participants observed the critical series of actions performed by firefighter-paramedics to stabilize the patient, including early recognition of myocardial infarction, defibrillation, and high-performance CPR, all aimed at preserving heart function and reducing the risk of permanent brain damage. Our members demonstrated essential procedures such as intubation, medication administration, mechanical CPR deployment, scene control, documentation, and family interaction, underscoring the importance of quick response and well-trained personnel in achieving positive patient outcomes. Attendees then transitioned to a simulated multi-patient traffic collision, where engine and truck companies performed vehicle stabilization, patient care, and auto extrication using hydraulic tools. The scenario reinforced the coordinated effort required to manage rescue operations safely and effectively, highlighting the importance of appropriate staffing and tools to handle complex emergencies. Following the field simulations, our members provided a visual demonstration of a commercial structure fire response. This evolution included fire attack, forcible entry, vertical ventilation, search and rescue operations, and incident command functions, allowing attendees to observe the scale of coordinated efforts required in a working fire and the critical tasks assigned to each crew. After watching the demonstration, attendees suited up in full turnouts and self-contained breathing apparatus to enter the burn simulator. Inside, they faced intense heat, zero-visibility smoke conditions, and the physical demands of interior firefighting, experiencing what our members encounter on structure fires across the county. The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District covers over 19,278 square miles, making it the largest fire district in the continental United States. With 50 staffed fire stations, our members respond to over 127,000 emergency calls annually. These calls range from medical emergencies and traffic collisions to wildland and structure fires. The job carries significant long-term health risks, including elevated exposure to cancer-causing toxins and increased susceptibility to cardiac events, both leading causes of firefighter fatalities. Fire Ops 101 strengthens the partnership between the Fire District and Local 935 by offering decision-makers a clearer understanding of the demands, risks, and responsibilities involved in modern fire and EMS service. By stepping into our world for a day, participants gained perspective on the vital importance of properly staffed engines and trucks, early ALS interventions, and the investment required to support public safety across such a vast and diverse region. Local 935 thanks all attendees for their participation and commitment to better understanding the fire service. You didn’t just watch the work, you felt the heat. #FireOps101 #Local935 #SBCoFD #CommunitySafety #FirefighterHealth #EMS #PublicSafety #Local935 #SBCoFD @IAFFofficial CLICK LINK FOR MORE PHOTOS: shorturl.at/a2uV1

Thanks to @PghFireFighters & the Bureau of Fire for hosting me last week for #FireOps101. The program gave us the chance to learn about emergency responses in several circumstances, including a live fire, co-response approaches, & PTSI our firefighters face as 1st responders.

Labor Intensive Highly Technical Time Sensitive Our policy makers learn our job by participating in #fireops101 @IAFFofficial

#FireOps101 gave CA policymakers a unique chance to experience our members’ daily realities. These leaders make decisions that impact firefighter safety, and now they have a firsthand perspective to guide that responsibility. Thanks to all who took on the challenge! 🔥 #CALeg

State leaders felt the HEAT🔥 yesterday at Fire Ops 101 at the State Capitol! A huge thank you to everyone who took the challenge to experience what our firefighters face every day. #FireOps101 #PublicSafety

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#IAFF #FireOps101 events are important for decision makers & influencers to understand mental, physical & often monetary challenges faced by the Fire Service & EMS providers in serving their communities. Big 👏to everyone who assisted @IAFF416 leadership in making this happen

Had a great time this morning at #IAFF #FireOps101 hosted by Indianapolis Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 416. The event, held at the #IFD Training Academy put members of Indy City-County Council, Media and Legislators through a rigorous day in the life of a firefighter.

What a day! Last Thurs @ProfGLongMIA spoke at @FireRescueVic #CancerConversation event & accepted $20k donation from #FirefightersCharityFund for MIA research. Georgina also participated in #FireOps101 program to gain a unique insight into what FRV firefighters do. @ausoftheyear

Just wow - incredible day at @FireRescueVic #FireOps101 at state of the art Fire Academy in Craigieburn. A hands-on experience, alongside other community & industry leaders - highlights the vital role @FireRescueVic & all our emergency services play in our community, leading by example with care, compassion, & incredible skill - a depth & breadth I learnt about including med assist, falling buildings, natural disasters, chem hazards, rescue as well as all the fires. Thanks also to the Fire Fighters Charity Fund - generously donated $20,000 to each of @MelanomaAus & @CancerVic . Special thanks to Kat Dunell for facilitating this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, & my buddies Paul & Ian who looked after me, & Ed Starinkas Totally new experience & so inspiring! Grateful to be there with @CancerVic CEO Todd Harper, @georgiecrozier @AllanRaskall @TomMcIntoshMp , Captain Sharon Whitehead @VirginAustralia , lawyer Cath Evans GAICD & Murray Schoorman photographer @PeakHourImages @ausoftheyear @Sydney_Uni

Good morning from @OCFireAuthority #FireOps101! Today, OC elected leaders will learn @ocfirefighters tactics for fire suppression, vehicle extraction, search and rescue, and more. I look forward to learning about how our firefighters keep our communities safe!

President Tony Murray and 1st DVP Jon Parkhouse attended the Michigan City Fire Local 475 #FireOps101 on Saturday. #Firefighters guided elected officials and decision-makers through various controlled but realistic #firefighting and #EMS scenarios.

Very special thanks today to all my friends @SLOCityFire for hosting #FireOps101. Amazing day building knowledge, partnership, and friendship! Today was 🔥 Thank you!

BCCRS participated in the @mcfrs FireOps101 program with @mcvfra at the training academy. @MoCoCouncilMD officials and staff had a hands-on opportunity with fire and EMS demonstrations and understanding the critical contribution of volunteers. #CommunityService #FirstResponders