St. Elmo-Irvington Volunteer Fire Dept.
Dedicated to serving our community.
One of our neighboring fire departments, Theodore Dawes Fire, invited us to train with them at the local high school recently.
Firefighters practiced gaining roof access for ventilation, rescuing a victim from an upper level, command tactics, communication, and more!
Many thanks to Theodore Dawes Fire for the training opportunity.
Everyone Goes Home!
Chief McKeever trained firefighters on the use of our K-12 rescue saws and the best techniques for going through walls and roofs.
Frequent practice not only keeps the saws in good working order, but keeps everyone proficient in the care and maintenance of tools.
Along with several local fire departments, our firefighters recently participated in an air consumption course. For many this was their first time going through the course. It was tough, but toughness builds greatness!
The course was a timed event and included things like carrying a high rise pack, crawling through a confined space, victim drag, and so much more.
