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Coordinating the Attack: Engine and Truck Cohesion on the Fireground

Presented by Michael Dugan

Presentation Date: Tue 06/26/12 - 12:00 PM CDT

Sponsored by: Verizon Wireless

This webcast examines the key elements of the initial fire attack based on assignments for engine and truck companies. Capt. Dugan will illustrate how coordination of on-scene resources, based on standard operating guidelines, will be coupled with fireground communications to bring an incident under control. You will learn how to incorporate basic firefighting tactics with a solid incident command structure to offer a clear view of the operations that will unfold on the fireground. Whether you respond on an engine, truck, rescue, quint, chief’s unit or another vehicle, this webcast sets the stage for cohesion among all resources.


Presenter Bio

  • Michael Dugan

    Michael M. Dugan, with over 33 years in the fire service, recently retired from FDNY as the captain of Ladder Company 123 in Brooklyn. He is a Firehouse Contributing Editor and a longtime fire service instructor.