Vehicle Extrication Training - June 23, 2008

Firefighters were able to practice using the hydraulic vehicle extrication tools during a drill at Station 1.  Two donated vehicles were made available for use during the drill.  Photos below from the drill.

Pump/Drafting Drill - June 16, 2008

Acushnet firefighters practiced their skills in pumping and drafting water at the Town Barn on Middle Road recently.  The portable drop tank from Tanker 1 was used to setup a draft location for Engine 5 to draft from, which in turn supplied water to nearby Squad 2.  Drills of this nature are essential for keeping all personnel sharp when dealing with fire ground water flow issues.

Recruit Training - June 2008

Recruit Firefighter Eric Reilly is currently completing his recruit training in the Firefighter I/II certification class being held by the Mass Fire Academy at the Fall River Fire Department's training facility.  Pictured below are Eric and some of his fellow recruits from the class taking part in live fire evolutions in the MFA's Live Fire Simulator.  This mobile training unit has several different props contained within it, including a kitchen fire, bedroom fire, and trash fire simulation all in separate rooms.  The fire is fueled by propane and is controlled by members of the MFA in a protected control room.  Smoke is generated within the trailer by a petroleum liquid based substance.  (Recruit Reilly is pictured below with the #84 on his helmet)

Large Area Search Drill

November 26, 2007

Department members practiced using rope-led search techniques to search large, open spaces.  The drill was held in the auditorium of the Acushnet Middle School.  These types of searches are often conducted in manufacturing facilities or garage buildings that often have expansive, wide-open interior rooms that often need to be searched in the event of a fire.  (Click on thumbnails for larger images)

Ice Rescue Drill

March 3, 2007

Department members conducted an Ice Rescue Drill recently, using the cold weather to their advantage.  Firefighters used cold water emersion suits to practice their rescue techniques in the event that someone falls through the ice.  The "victims" were played by other department members dressed in the emersion suits.  The drill was conducted in the waters off of Lake Street.  (click on thumbnails to view larger images)

Aerial Ladder Truck Demonstrator

August 21, 2006

Department members got an opportunity to gain some experience with aerial ladder truck operations as the local Sutphen Fire Apparatus dealer brought a mid-mounted 75' quint truck to town.  The sales representatives showed off the trucks capabilities and also allowed members to climb the aerial device to the roof of the Acushnet Elementary Schools.  During this time, several members also practiced using portable extension ladders as well.

Rescue Boat Exercise

Firefighters Tom Farland and Paul Frysinger took the department's rescue boat out for a routine training exercise on north pond off of Lake Street recently.  In the event of a water rescue in any of the Town's lakes and ponds, the department's Rescue Squad would respond with Engine 3 towing the boat to the scene.  Routine exercises such as this help to keep members trained and ready for any situation that may arise.

Training Drill - Hydraulic Extrication

May 22, 2006

Acushnet firefighters practiced using the latest in Hydraulic Extrication equipment possessed by the department during a drill at a local auto salvage yard.  The new equipment is much lighter and more powerful than the system that was recently replaced.  New extrication techniques were also practiced so that members will be better prepared for any unexpected situation that may arise.

FLASHOVER SIMULATOR TRAINING

APRIL 8, 2006

On Saturday, April 8, 2006, members of the Acushnet Fire / Rescue Department along with several members of other Massachusetts fire departments, took part in a class sponsored by the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy.  The class, called Flashover Recognition, consisted of a classroom orientation portion as well as a "live fire" practical session.  During the classroom portion, firefighters learned to recognize the impending signs of a "flashover."  A flashover is a dangerous condition that occurs inside a fire when a room reaches a high enough temperature to simultaneously ignite all materials within the room.  During the second portion of the class, groups of firefighters entered a trailer which simulates live-fire conditions inside a small room.  The conditions inside the trailer are controlled by Fire Academy instructors, and at the peak of the evolution, the gases in the smoke within the trailer are allowed to ignite so that firefighters can witness first-hand how and why flashover conditions are created.

SCBA ORIENTATION DRILL

FEBRUARY 27, 2006

On Monday, February 27th, 2006, all members of the Acushnet Fire / Rescue Department were present for an SCBA (self contained breathing apparatus) Orientation drill.  The department recently took delivery of twenty-five (25) new Scott Air-pak SCBA units, as well as thirty-five (35) new air bottles.  This new equipment was provided by a Federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security, totaling more than $95,000.  Members were trained on the new air-packs by local representatives from the manufacturer.  The new SCBA units are equipped with several new features and are extremely lighter than the former air-packs which, after being in service for more than 15 years, were retired.

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