Maplewood firefighters train in advancing hand lines, search and rescue

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MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Fire Department’s Platoon 4 conducted some training evolutions at an acquired structure on Valley Street. The evolutions consisted of advancing hand lines, conducting search and rescue operations, and even rescuing a downed firefighter. All exercises were conducted in a zero-visibility atmosphere by utilizing a smoke machine.

These training evolutions allow the firefighters to maintain the highest level of skill and remain proficient in how they operate on a daily basis. Firefighters always revert back to their training while operating at a fire scene, especially when things don’t necessarily go as planned.

Photos Courtesy of Maplewood NJ FMBA L-25

  Maplewood Fire Department