Situational Awareness requires both an understanding of the dynamic of the fireground and the body’s physiological and psychological responses to stress.
The fire ground is a dynamic environment that is
filled with threats to the fire fighter. These threats exist in a 360° “bubble”, left and right, in front and behind, above and below the firefighter.
Situational Awareness is a complex process that
is a synthesis of your experience, your training, and your comfort level. The physical and psychological stresses of firefighting impact every one of us differently, and need to be addressed separately. Applying Situational Awareness requires decision making. Students will be exposed to Fireground Tactical Decision Making as a means of effectively using their Situational Awareness using the combat proven Boyd Loop. Being introduced to the Boyd Loop and understanding how to maintain Situational Awareness to perform decision making you will be better prepared to confront the challenging environment of the fire ground. Available in half and full-day sessions. Objectives Include:
Defining Situational Awareness.
Explaining the possible outcomes of a loss of Situational Awareness. Techniques for maintaining Situational Awareness during Fire Ground Operations. Defining the Boyd Loop. Explaining how the Boyd Loop can be used to guide Fire Ground Tactical Decision Making. Students will apply the Boyd Loop and make appropriate Fire Ground Tactical Decisions to a simulated structural fire response.