Search Fundamentals: Making Smart Decisions on the Fireground
This one-hour session provides a practical look at firefighter search operations with an emphasis on clear thinking and sound decision-making. Participants will review the basics of Vent-Enter-Search (VES), targeted search, and how size-up guides search priorities. The class also highlights simple, effective tool selection to support efficient operations. Designed for firefighters and company officers, this program reinforces core fundamentals that lead to consistent, effective search practices on today’s fireground.