Great Lakes H.O.T. is Michigan's premier fire conference held every June in South East Michigan. This is a 4 day event with the first two days being lectures followed by an additional 2 days of hands on skill training with live fire scenarios for select tracks. We will be covering topics of engine company and truck company operations, mayday and firefighter survival, officer development, thermal imaging training, two day search school and vehicle extrication. This is some of the most realistic fire training you will attend by instructors who collectively have over 100 years of experience in the fire service.
** The cost of registration includes all 4 days of the conference, a catered dinner on June 13th during the social / vendor event as well as lunch for both hands on days **
This lecture day is open to anyone who registered for the conference or those who chose lecture only . As part of our way to give back to our state, we have reserved this day for Michigan based instructors to present their programs as part of our "Pre Conference" lectures.** ALL LECTURES will be held at the Mariott Hotel Ball Room located at: 3600 Centerpoint Parkway
** ALL LECTURES will be held at the Mariott Hotel Ball Room located at: 3600 Centerpoint Parkway
Held in the Ballroom at the Marriott
Truck Company OperationsMidrise MayhemDown & Dirty Urban Forcible Entry
Introduction to Tactical Thermal Imaging- Live Fire(Day 1) Officer Development- Classroom
Search AcademyMayday MindsetEngine Company OperationsSpouse Track
Extrication
*** IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE SEARCH ACADEMY, EXPECT A 10-12 HOUR DAY ***
Truck Company Operations- Live Fire ScenariosMidrise Mayhem- Live Fire ScenariosDown & Dirty Urban Forcible Entry- Final ScenariosDay 2 of Officer Development- Live Fire Scenarios
The Intelligently Aggressive Search - Live Fire Scenarios(This is the second day of the Thermal Imaging Track)
Search Academy - Final ScenariosMayday Mindset- Final ScenariosSpouse ExperienceEngine Company Operations- Final Scenarios
Final Extrication Scenarios
This keynote will make the case to know our why and use experience, statistics and science to occupy the interior and make the grab, not excuses!
Today’s modern fire ground places stringent demands on our firefighters. Firefighters are required to formulate our strategies and tactics at 15 times the speed as we did in the past due to the high heat release rate fuels in structure fires. These fires develop faster and are predominantly ventilation limited fires with heavy, turbulent, black smoke that reduces our visibility. Tactical Thermal Imaging enhances a firefighter’s decision-making skill set by providing thermal data. This data allows firefighters to:
• Quickly locate the location &
severity of the fire
• Locate tough hidden fires via
thermal cues & clues
• Identify the flow path and the fires
direction of travel
• Determine the most efficient
access path & prevent rapid fire
development
• Enhances stream placement by
placing our streams where they
are needed most.
Students will learn how to apply this information by understanding the following concepts:
• Tactical 360
• Identifying Flow Path, Fire
Direction of travel, and Access
points
• Go/No-Go Decision Making
• Enhanced Stream Placement
• Enhanced Search Methodology
This presentation will cover the decisions that need to be made regarding fire scene strategy determination based on the arrival and/or forecasted conditions. Strategy selection considerations, strategy modification cues, and offensive-to-defensive / defensive to offensive strategic transition will be a focus for discussion. Situational fire topics will be discussed and highlighted by case studies and lessons learned from past incidents. Areas of focus will include below grade fires, attached and closely spaced buildings, cockloft fires, exposure issues, and large area buildings. We will further discuss the recognition of when an exterior strategic opportunity presents itself, precipitating a transitional strategy as the initial fireground action. Additional insights into strategies and tactics to make a transitional attack more effective will be covered. Further, additional alarm considerations as well as the importance of standard operating procedures as the foundation of fireground control and the importance of progress reports from all operational areas as the basis of ongoing review/evaluation/revision requirements. A must for the Incident Commander.
This class will cover initial arrival considerations (first-due tactics) for urban-based company officers. The class content will cover assigning resources, managing truck company crews during emergency incidents and debriefing calls and other major events. The instructor will describe methods for capitalizing on various experience levels within the ranks to successfully mitigate incidents and other company-related tasks and activities. Attendees will discuss the importance of preplanning and quick decision-making and explore first-due tactical options for assigning and managing truck company resources. Attendees will be given tools to assist in deploying firefighters with various levels of experience and tools to assist in developing their thought process for first-due tactics for urban-based company officers. The class facilitation will focus on assigning resources and managing crews during emergency incidents. The discussion will describe methods for deploying various experience levels within the ranks to successfully mitigate various incidents.
During this keynote lecture, Chief Leeb will discuss the importance of training and teamwork and share insights and lessons learned on incidents where training and teamwork were essential for successful outcomes. With dedication to predicting, preventing, and preparing for the possible. Chief Leeb emphasizes how passion for the job paired with continual improvement in skills and knowledge are the keys to a winning mindset on the fireground. Are you prepared for the possible? Because on game day, the time to prepare has passed!
On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at 15:28 hours, the Ann Arbor (MI) Fire Department initially responded to a reported fire alarm that rapidly escalated to an active fire on the third floor of a hospital complex that required a stand-pipe hoseline operation for fire attack. A fire of this scope was thought to be a "black swan incident" given the building being fully suppressed. This was a complex, adaptive incident that reached a 3rd alarm, which is very rare for AAFD. The fire caused significant property damage to the complex’s critical infrastructure and impact to a regional healthcare facility. However, outstanding actions by firefighters combined with planning, training, and equipment upgrades, prevented loss of life and limited damage and impact. The narrative behind the success of this incident starts well before October 12, 2021. This class will explore the year long journey to this incident. It will also present the incident and lessons learned.
This presentation highlights the value of putting the citizens that we swore to serve and protect before ourselves. So often times members of the fire service get comfortable in their positions, this can sometimes lead to a decrease in training and preparedness. Our presentation is designed to highlight no getting too comfortable, but the fire of your career may be a few minutes from coming in. We will be covering the fire service placing an "over emphasis" on safety of our members. Firefighting is an inherently dangerous job and we stay safe by realistic training, not such things and "two in/two out". A safe culture is an aggressive training culture. We preach training for high-risk events before they happen. Saving lives involves taking a measurable amount of risk and that is what we have to come to accept. We will be covering how an aggressive fire attack and an aggressive search in coordination is how we achieve positive outcomes. We will go in-depth about targeted searches, split searches, VEIS, fire flows, hoseline positions, etc. All things that go together to create positive outcomes. We are going to cover manpower issues and how the job is forcing us to do more with less and ways we can still be aggressive at fires. We will cover the clean cab concept and how that is a move that is not affective to making quick rescues. We are going to use data from FF Rescue Survey for data support during out presentation, especially times VS survival rates. We will cover how to being the shift being prepared, how to conduct yourself to make yourself ready for the fire of your life. Small things such as checking your SCBA with your gloves and helmet and making a quick rep out of the normal morning check. All of this is done for THEM!
CO Presenter with Rick Bova
Attendees will participate in an interactive presentation and Q/A session pertaining to vehicle construction. Particular attention will be focused on vehicle rescue sheet data that is specifically centered around GM current production and electric vehicle technology. During the program, participants will be familiarized with relevant patient-centered vehicle extrication techniques focused on GM’s current model vehicles.
GM Subject Matter Expert:
Co Presenter: Joseph McLaine
GM’s Global Lead for development and verification of Vehicle First Responder Rescue Sheets and Guides (SAE J2990 & ISO 17840), specifically for High Voltage (HV) and Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) systems; standardized work for each electrified vehicle program. Staff Engineer – Electrified Vehicles, Automated Driving Systems & Driver Alcohol Detection Systems . Global Safety Center, General Motors, Global Technical Center – Warren, MI
The presentation will dive into the cognitive areas around the environment we work in, namely the “Firehouse.” Throughout the presentation the class with participate in discussions and be able to share some best practices and outside the box ideas on how to improve our cultures at our own fire departments.
Firefighter always talk about the brotherhood / sisterhood of the fire service, but what does that really mean and how do we are leaders encourage that type of environment with our members. During the presentation, the actions of this type of culture will be discussed and a deep-dive into how we as leaders can facilitate this type of experience for our members.
The Firehouse is a sacred place for many; people say it is full of tradition and pride, but sometimes it is not as welcoming for new members as we think it is as current members. Our perspectives are different as members and we need to realize this and make strides to be open and welcoming to our protentional new members of our department.
Leaders must take the time to say, “Thank you.” A quick “Thank you” can mean so much to our members, as it recognizes their efforts. Member retention is critical, especially within the volunteer fire service. Leadership must ensure that our members feel appreciated and valued, otherwise they will begin to reprioritize their time commitment and dedication to the department.
Finally, the presentation will finish with a discussion around the best practices of how we, as leaders can demonstrate our appreciation for our members. This will include examples of how departments recognize their members for all of their efforts and achievements with the department.
Midrise Mayhem and Beyond (LIVE FIRE) [Sold Out]
Midrise buildings are going up in every big city and small town. These building include everything from hotels, medical facilities, mixed-use properties, and multi-family dwellings. While fires in these types of buildings are not everyday occurrences, they do pose very unique and at times very dangerous conditions for both the occupants and the units expected to fight these fires. This program will prepare students in how to address these fires starting with getting the first line into operation, making the stretch, vertical stretches, improvised standpipes, fire attack, search challenges, and command. Students will participate in a variety of teaching stations throughout the day and end with live fire evolutions, combing all their skills. The skills taught and required during this training will benefit the newest firefighter to the most senior officer.The instructor team will be providing real world experience and skills any department and staffing levels will be able to implement within their own organizations.
Engine Company Operations [Sold Out]
This Engine track is one not to miss! It is a blended class with Smooth Bore Cartel and Port City Fire Training that will cover the following skills:Station 1 – Anthony RowettStretching is the basis for effective engine company operations. The hoseline must be successfully stretched to reach the fire area. In this station we will cover estimating the stretch to determine how much hose is needed as well as multiple stretching options. From stretching to your typical single family dwelling, to stretching in hallways and on balconies, and more.Station 2 – John PettiesFlowing and moving with a large line is a highly sought after skill. The main focus of this station is to build confidence in the students decision making on when to pull a large line, positioning of your crew on a large line, and practical water placement.Station 3 – Kyle RomagusFires are growing and extending faster in the modern age than they ever have before. We must ensure that as a nozzleman we can think and act as an independent operator. This station will be a deep dive into the how, when and why of flowing and moving the 1.75” hoseline.
Truck Company Operations (LIVE FIRE) [Sold Out]
The Truck Company’s function at any working fire is to support the Engine Company’s advance and extinguishment as well as perform search for victims. Whether you respond with a single truck, multiple trucks or no truck company the timing of truck company operations is determined more by the fireground itself than by your department’s response model. This track is designed to put the students in the front seat and make the appropriate decisions given the scenario they face. It is important to remember that if you do not have enough people to perform all the functions, then the functions must be prioritized based on the final outcome desired. Students will be given the opportunity to put to test what was learned during skill stations and mini scenarios on the final day under live fire exercises. Skills Include:- Ladders- Forcible Entry- Searching & victim removal- Ventilation/ Roof Work
Search Academy [Sold Out]
This course is about how we search, when to search and what’s the best way to affect our search, increasing our odds not only to locate a victim but remove them in the most efficient manner. Let us not forget that life IS and ALWAYS will be our number one priority! It should not be the mindset of “what’s good for us” but rather we MUST concentrate our efforts on what is best for THEM! To accomplish this we must make decisions that support an aggressive search culture. At the end of this 16 hour program the participant should be able to go home and function in a capacity that is more efficient and practical for those assigned to search on a typical residential structure fire. Students should pick what works best for them and understand that they may need to customize these skills to their staffing levels of where they work.
Vehicle Extrication [Sold Out]
This course is designed to maximize the capabilities with the limited staffing operations we are facing across the country. With tool selection, tactics and placement we teach the rescuer to be able to accomplish rapid extrication of any victim they will face. The training and scenarios are based on over twenty years of rescue experience and real world application. Students from all levels of experience will be able to take the knowledge learned back to their departments and help save lives.This class is being brought to you by Citizens First Fire Training and Rescue Redefined. Proper handling of EV vehicles will be a highlight in this program and students can expect to walk away with a well rounded approach on vehicle extrication in today's environment.* AN EV VECHICLE FIRE DEMONSTRATION IS PLANNED BUT NOT GARUNTEED *
Tactical Thermal Imaging (LIVE FIRE) [Sold Out]
This is a 3 day thermal imaging class that includes live fire and is a must for anyone who will be using a thermal imager of any kind for training and real world situations. Day 1 (June 13th): Tactical Thermal Imaging LectureThis course will cover the introduction to tactical thermal imaging and spend intensive training on the application of tactical thermal imaging.This course includes demonstrations and active classroom participation.Day 2 (June 14th) : Live Fire-Introduction to Tactical Thermal Imaging.Students will be able to apply information learned by performing the following concepts:• Tactical 360• Identifying flow path, Fire direction of travel, and Accesspoints• Go/No-Go Decision Making• Enhanced Stream Placement• Enhanced Search MethodologyDay 3 (June 15th): Live Fire-Intelligently Aggressive Search OperationsThis class will combine time-and-battle-tested search techniques with updated modern thermal imaging technologies, designed to take your fireground searches to the next level. When applied properly, thermal imaging can enhance fundamentally sound aggressive search crews thereby making us more efficient and more successful. Communication and positioning of TIC operator for facilitating search efforts is essential component of this process. Fundamental search methodology relies on sound basics, from moving through the room quickly and efficiently to understanding fire and smoke behavior in a compartment. When combined with modern thermal imaging, firefighters take the upper hand and save lives. This class is about understanding all the tools at their disposal, when to use them, and how to use them properly.
Mayday Mindset [Sold Out]
The Firefighter Advanced Survival Techniques (F.A.S.T) conference HOT program is designed for Firefighters and Company Officers who desire a high-paced, data-driven, and realistic training program that focuses on efficient self-rescue, RIT/RIC operations while maintaining situational awareness and understanding the effects of a real firefighter mayday. This class condenses and replicates the extreme demands that may be placed on firefighters during these types of high-energy incidents. The class is designed to allow each student to understand, manage, and challenge their physical and psychological limitations in a safe, stressful, and realistic environment. This coupled with constant situational awareness drills and forced consequential decision-making scenarios, assures that the student gains a condensed lifesaving experience and therefore can operate more efficiently in any emergency incident. This class is taught and designed by a very seasoned Fire Service Instructor Cadre and is continually updated to stay on the leading edge of firefighting technology, equipment, safety, and survival
Officer Development (LIVE FIRE) [Sold Out]
Every incident can either be a success or an uphill battle. This interactive class tasks the students and places them in various situations to help them walk through the steps to successfully manage incidents. This is an interactive program and is designed for firefighters, officers, and Chiefs that seek to up their game and reach for their next level. This class will provide the resources on how to raise the bar on managing incidents, resource allocation, event anticipation, & team building. This will be accomplished through interactive lectures & discussions with team building exercises as well as commanding fire ground scenarios during live fire evolutions on the final day of the conference (June 15th).
Down & Dirty Urban Forcible Entry (LIVE FIRE) [Sold Out]
Civilians are clever in the way they secure their properties. The way that we gain access into these structures is solely dependent on our knowledge and training prior to getting dispatched for the run. This interactive, forcible entry program is designed to teach the firefighter no matter the level of experience the main, basic, and some advanced principles of street-smart forcible entry. This program focuses on new, yet safe, street style methods and techniques. It doesn’t matter if you’re a big city or a small town, most challenges remain the same. During this time, students and instructors will review tactics that have worked as well as those that didn’t during operations on the fire-ground. Students will also have the opportunity to enhance their skills during the hands on portion practicing tactics for:Residential & Commercial Forcible EntryAdded Security Features Gates & Garage Doors
Lecture Series Only [Sold Out]
This is two full days of lectures with topics that range from Truck Company Culture, Fireground Search, Thermal Imaging, Fire Service Culture and Fireground tactics and strategies. The lectures are from local, national and international speakers. Many programs being presented during these two days have been presented at major fire conferences to include FDIC and Firehouse Expo.** ALL LECTURES will be held at the Mariott Hotel located at:3600 Centerpoint Parkway
Taking Control: Homefront to the Fireground Spouse H.O.T. Experience [1 remaining]
Are you married or dating a firefighter? Do you ever wonder why they train or what their training consists of?Do you wonder why they love their job so much?Do you crave a community that understands you and supports you?Do you want to understand and connect with your firefighter on a completely different level?Taking Control: Homefront to the Fireground is a HOT class for spouses to take a chance and step into their firefighters’ boots. During this H.O.T. Class, you will be surrounded by enthusiastic and loving individuals who will share their stories and experiences. You will learn more about the mental aspects of "the job". This will include sleep deprivation and PTSD. You will be provided with resources to help you navigate and support your firefighter through those difficult days. You will get the opportunity to put on turnout gear and put your hands on tools used every day by your firefighter. You will participate in many skills such as: forcing doors, flowing water, dragging victims, masking up, and many others. You will get to see your spouse in action, in their element, doing what they love, as we view THEIR HOT class. Which is not something we get to witness often, if ever.You will gain a community, a family, and a solid support system. You are reminded that you are strong and your role is vital. You can't pour from an empty cup so it's important to take care of your well-being and take time for yourself!This class is delivered on a 16-hour schedule. The first day will start with a short lecture in the morning followed by hands-on evolutions after lunch. If this class is delivered during an event with other hands-on classes, on the second day, students will have the opportunity to have a roundtable discussion before viewing multiple other hands-on classes/evolutions. Spouses will have opportunities to partake in evolutions if applicable.*** SPOUSES MUST REGISTER FOR THIS TRACK INDIVIDUALLY ***
Cody Trestrail - Andy Starnes and Insight Fire Training Cadre - Mike Torres -Jeff Rothmeier - Sean Eagen
Arthur Ashley - Kevin Lewis - Justin Fraize - David Mellen-Rob Ramirez and Mayday Mindset Cadre John Hayowyk - Dennis Reilly
Anthony Gillan - Alan Styles - Chris Kessinger and Citizens First Cadre - Todd Sheperd - Mitch Huner - Justin Lorenzen - Eric Dreiman - Todd Edwards - Pablo Gener
Steve Robertson - Clark Lamping - Brent Brooks - Martin Rafacz - Jimmy Davis - Robert James and Capitol City Cadre - Joe Yowler and Twisted Fire Industries Cadre - Build Your Culture Cadre and more!
A block of student rooms have been reserved at a discounted rate of $169/night. These rooms are on a first come, first serve basis. Follow the link below to book your room!
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A block of student rooms have been reserved at a discounted rate of $139/night. These rooms are on a first come, first serve basis. Follow the link below to book your room!
South Field Fire Training Center (Firehouse #5)
24477 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI
Macomb Township Fire Training Center (Firehouse #3)
47711 North Ave
Macomb MI
OCC Auburn Hills Campus (CREST Training Center)
2900 Featherstone Rd
Auburn Hills, MI
Extrication Site
GM Milford Proving Ground
3300 General Motors Rd
Milford, MI
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