102nd Annual Fire School and Conference. Sessions
T.E.D Talks 10:30 - 10:45
Date: T.E.D. Talks 1st Session Thursday 5/15/2025
Location: On Site
Summary
TED Talks 4 Different topics to choose from,
1: I'm Promoted or Want to be-Now What?
2: The Role of the Training Officer
3: Drones and the Fire Service
4: Preparing for the WSRB Evaluation, what your Department Needs to Know
T.E.D Talks 11:00 - 11:45
Date: T.E.D. Talks 2nd Session Thursday 5/15/2025
Location: On Site
Summary
TED Talks 4 Different topics to choose from,
1: I'm Promoted or Want to be-Now What?
2: The Role of the Training Officer
3: Drones and the Fire Service
4: Preparing for the WSRB Evaluation, what your Department Needs to Know
Pride and Ownership (Chief Rick Lasky)
Date: Thursday General Session PM 1330-1700
Location: On Site
Speakers
Rick LaskyChief Rick Lasky is a 40-plus year veteran of the fire service. Rick followed in his father’s footsteps beginning his career as a firefighter in the suburbs on the southwest side of Chicago and while in Illinois received the 1996 International Society of Fire Service Instructors “Innovator of the Year” award for his part in developing the “Saving Our Own” program. He served as the co-lead instructor for the H.O.T. Firefighter Survival program at FDIC for over 10 years, is a long-standing editorial advisory board member for Fire Engineering Magazine and also serves on the FDIC advisory board. Rick is the author of the best-selling books “Pride & Ownership: A Firefighter’s Love of the Job” and “Five Alarm Leadership: From the Firehouse to the Fire ground” published by Fire Engineering Books and is the co-host for the podcast “The Command Post” heard on FireEngineering.com as well as the podcast “Old School.” Rick has served as both a career and volunteer firefighter and in 2017 was the recipient of the Tom Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award
Summary
Pride and Ownership: The Love for the Job
Ignite Your Love for the Job
Pride and Ownership holds no punches. Chief Rick Lasky takes a hard look at the fire service and finds it short on the only element that makes it effective: passion. Chief Lasky gives an upfront and honest criticism about the need to reignite the love of the job on every level, from chiefs on down.
Do you have what it takes? Not everyone is cut out for the fire service. It takes only the best to serve the public when people need help most. Pride and Ownership calls for men and women with honor and integrity to measure up to the task.
There’s nothing else in the world like being a firefighter. Every day Chief Lasky remembers why his job is the best in the world and he brings that passion to Pride and Ownership. Chief Lasky revisits the proud history and tradition of the fire service and reflects on the family values and brotherhood that have made firefighting a truly family-oriented vocation.
Program Features:
· Our Mission
· The Firefighter
· The Company Officer
· The Chief
· Our Two Families
· Making It All Happen and Taking Care of Number 1
H.O.T. 1 Live Fire
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: OffSite
Summary
This is an 8-hour class- Live fire training is a critical part of the instruction and
certification process for firefighters. It teaches them how to safely and effectively fight
fires in a controlled setting under supervision. There are two parts to firefighter training,
in-feild education and hands-on or field training. Full PPE required including SCBA
and a spare cylinder , including a current FIT test.
H.O.T. 2 Extrication Basics (West Coast Fire & Rescue)
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: OffSite
Summary
Learn the basic extrication techniques, including advancements in car technology and their related problems for rescuers, and hybrid vehicle specifics will also be covered. This outdoor class includes plenty of hands-on practice of extrication techniques as they relate to the various techniques, such as cover door removal, complete sidewall removal, roof removal, dash roll vs. dash lift, side ramming & trunk tunneling. PPE required.
H.O.T. 4 Thermal Imaging with Live Fire
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: OffSite
H.O.T. 7 Ventilation, classroom and hands on drills.
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
H.O.T. 6 Stairwell Hose Operations - classroom and hands on.
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
H.O.T. 3 General Rope Rescue
Date: 2 Day Class Friday - Saturday 5/16/25 - 5/17/25
Location: OffSite
Summary
This class is designed with the beginning rope practitioner in mind. No prior experience is necessary. The class will cover basic principles of safety including basic equipment use and selection. Knot craft will be covered, and various anchoring systems discussed and demonstrated. Mechanical advantage systems will be discussed and implemented. Both High and Low directionals will be utilized throughout the class. Team based evolutions will be performed utilizing controlled communication models. Expect offsite travel. Bring a helmet, harness, eye protection, and gloves if you have them. If not, they will be provided. PPE Required
H.O.T. 5 Farm Medic
Date: 2 Day Class Friday - Saturday 5/16/25 - 5/17/25
Location: OffSite
NFA - Fire Investigation for First Responders
Date: 2 Day Class Friday - Saturday 5/16/25 - 5/17/25
Location: On Site
Basic Fire Pumps
Date: Friday 4 hour classes AM 5/16/2025 AM
Location: On Site
Fire Station Leadership for the Shift Officer
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
Wildland Engine Company Tactics "Attack from the Black"
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
Tactical Considerations for Building Construction
Date: Friday All Day 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
First Due - A Road Map for Success
Date: Friday 4 hour classes PM 5/16/2025
Location: On Site
H.O.T. 1 Live Fire
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: OffSite
Summary
This is an 8-hour class- Live fire training is a critical part of the instruction and
certification process for firefighters. It teaches them how to safely and effectively fight
fires in a controlled setting under supervision. There are two parts to firefighter training,
in-feild education and hands-on or field training. Full PPE required including SCBA
and a spare cylinder , including a current FIT test.
H.O.T. 4 Thermal Imaging with Live Fire
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: OffSite
Summary
Skills Station 1 Hose Handling & Quick Deployment
Start off with stationary flowing, gaining confidence with hand lines. This station will cover being
an effective heel. There will also be an introduction into flowing and moving from the lock off pos
ition. Well put it all together and finish off with some sets and reps of a simulated center hallway
push.
Skills Station 2 Forcible Entry
Well cover using common tools to force doors - both inward and outward swinging. Additionally, we will work on useful skills in size-up and practical forcible entry techniques. The goal: to give you an improved understanding of the tools you bring to the fire ground and confidence on using them more effectively. We'll work
on efficiency, getting the most work done with the least amount of exertion.
Skills Station 3 Dirty Drags
Simple under stress is the best! Well focus on the basics of the dirty drag and the decision making process
going into victim removal.
Skills Station 4 Ground Ladders
Well emphasize real-time troubleshooting and problem solving of engine based ground ladders. Methodologies used
fall within requirements of basic ladders with opportunities for scalable solutions and efficiency. If you need a
tune up, or previous exposure to ground ladders left you with unanswered questions - this station will help!
H.O.T. 2 Extrication Basics (West Coast Fire & Rescue)
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: OffSite
Summary
Learn the basic extrication techniques, including advancements in car technology and their related problems for rescuers, and hybrid vehicle specifics will also be covered. This outdoor class includes plenty of hands-on practice of extrication techniques as they relate to the various techniques, such as cover door removal, complete sidewall removal, roof removal, dash roll vs. dash lift, side ramming & trunk tunneling. PPE required.
H.O.T. 6 Stairwell Hose Operations - classroom and hands on.
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: On Site
Nailing the First Due Responsibilities
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: On Site
First Due - A Road Map for Success
Date: Saturday 4 hour classes AM 5/17/2025
Location: On Site
Wildland Engine Company Tactics "Attack from the Black"
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: On Site
Fire Station Leadership for the Shift Officer
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: On Site
H.O. T. 7 Ventilation, classroom and hands on drills.
Date: Saturday All Day 5/17/2024
Location: On Site
EVIP Train the Trainer
Date: Saturday 4 hour classes PM 5/17/2025
Location: On Site
Summary
EVIP Train-the-Trainer course will cover curriculum, forms, and documentation requirements for EVIP Student Instructors to present the material to local departments.
General Session: "Changing the Culture" For Behavioral Health in the Fire Service. Tim W. Dietz.
Date: Sunday General Session
Location: On Site
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