Sterling Rope F 4 Train the Trainer Program

Sterling Rope F 4 Train the Trainer Program 2009 Commack, New York Fire

Commack FD EES TRAINING

Introductions Matt Hunt Sterling Rope: Rope and Rescue Tech and Training Center Coordinator Ø Development Staff for the F 4 Ø P. J. Johnson Captain Kittery (ME) Fire Department Ø 17 years experience Ø FDIC H. O. T. Instructor & Presenter Ø Sterling Rope Trainer Ø New England FOOLS Ø V 1. 1 -09

Training Objectives n Discuss and Understand the role of the Escape System in American Fire Service. n Understand the Technical Components, Data and Limitations of the F 4 escape kit. n Understand the Technique, Tactics and Troubleshooting of the Rope Bailout n How to Properly and Safely Train members in your Department. V 1. 1 -09

Why the Bailout Kit? “If you put the fire out you don’t have to jump out the window!” Andy Fredrick's, FDNY n n Scientific Factors: Changes in Fire Behavior all structures Fuel loads are greater Dynamic Effects on lightweight and engineered structures Rapid Pre-Flashover conditions from heat and smoke (Black Fire). n n n Cultural Factors: Department Staffing and Response Time of Mutual Aid Companies Training and Experience Air Management Attitude and Complacency Changes in the philosophy of the bailout rope and kit. V 1. 1 -09

Stereotypes and Challenges of Implementation of the Bailout Kit n n n n “That’s not going to happen to me” Over reliance on the system Utilization of older tactics Underestimating escaping while injured Tunnel vision of the technique and missing the priorities with regard to the system. Spectrum of abilities with members in your department Dealing with IKE (I Know Everything) V 1. 1 -09

The Escape Kit is your Last Resort! There is no better tool in the fire service than a properly placed, properly charged hose line of the appropriate diameter in coordination with proper ground ladder or aerial device placement to provide an alternative means of egress. V 1. 1 -09

Technical Information and Spec’s Kit Components: § § § Crosby® Hook Personal Escape Rope F 4 Escape Device 2 Omega Locking Carabineers Personal Escape Kit Bag V 1. 1 -09

The Crosby® Hook n Steel UL listed Auxiliary Equipment n NFPA 1983 Approved n Rated for Full Tip Load of 1, 124 lbs. n Designed to catch and hold without hook penetration. (i. e. Concrete and Block) V 1. 1 -09

Personal Escape Rope (P. E. R. ) n 8 mm 100% Nylon Kermantle Construction n Certified to NFPA 1983, 2006 Ed. Escape rope. n MBS 3, 754 lbs (16. 7 kn. ) n Elongation is 4. 9% (Fire. Tech 32 1. 6%) n 420° F melting point V 1. 1 -09

The F 4 Escape Device Lightweight (6 oz. ) Aluminum Construction n Patented design, UL Certified and NFPA 1983 Approved n Self-Braking, Hands Free Design n Max. Breaking Strength 3, 035 lbs. (13. 5 kn. ) n V 1. 1 -09

Omega Carabineers n Standard Screw Lok-D NFPA n UL and NFPA approved n 2. 61 oz. n Major Access Strength 6, 070 lbs. (27 kn) n Bail Open 2, 023 lbs. (9 kn) V 1. 1 -09

Preparing your Kit n n n n Inspect all components Check connection to Crosby Hook® Reeve rope through the F 4 according to instructions Secure a safety knot at the bitter end of your rope Pack bag, by flaking out rope evenly and neatly Secure F 4, Hook in bag and secure Check Bag connection to harness Check Rope connection to harness V 1. 1 -09

Care and Maintenance of the F 4 Kit Periodic Kit Inspection Check rope for chaffing, abrasions, discoloration, glazing and melting. ü Check device and Rivet for proper action, discoloration, cracking, burs, and foreign objects. ü Check hook and carabiners ü Repack and Stow device ü V 1. 1 -09

Retirement and Obsolescence n Rope has a 5 year life span n Replace rope if any of the inspection criteria is met. n If rope is subjected to a shock load. n Replace system if subject to high heat stress. n When in doubt replace V 1. 1 -09

Rope Bailout Operations V 1. 1 -09

Components of the Bailout n n n n n Call the Mayday Cleanout the Window Deploy the kit from the bag Anchor Move to the window Set the device over the sill Roll out the window Orientate to building Descend V 1. 1 -09

The Bailout

Tactical Considerations During Operations n What is my assignment. n Assessment of Fire Conditions n When is it time to bailout? n How is my air supply? n Do I know where I am? n Locate the room or area of refuge and control of the door. n CALL THE MAYDAY! V 1. 1 -09

Considerations to the Bailout Ø Room Assessment and Size up during the search or fire attack. Ø While identifying windows and doors we need to identify potential anchor Points Ø Our primary objective is to get below the window Ø Consider multiple firefighters having rapidly exit. V 1. 1 -09

Considerations of the Anchor Point n The Crosby® Hook allows for fast anchoring, however the hook must remain under constant tension to remain seated. n Consider the frame work or surface where you may anchor the Crosby® Hook n It is safer to remote anchor if time allows n Utilize a combination of tools, surfaces and fixed objects to remote anchor V 1. 1 -09

Crosby® Hook Deployed V 1. 1 -09

Training with the Bailout Kit n n n SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT!!!! Wear Proper PPE appropriate for the evolution Utilize secondary Class III harnesses or equivalent. Establish a remote belay point with a dedicated person who’s only job is to ensure the students safety. Utilize training escape ropes if possible A little common sense goes a long way V 1. 1 -09

Other Training Considerations Many people have seen different training and approaches of the rope bailout from other instructors. Make sure that you are consistent in your message and training objectives for your department. n Don’t overwhelm your students, everyone learns at a different pace. Start slow and progress into more realistic scenario’s. n Ensure your Departments SOP’s and SOG’s are being followed. n V 1. 1 -09

Hands On Section n n Discuss Training Safety, Harnesses and Belays Familiarize ourselves with the kit Work on the deployment Discuss and Demonstrate multiple anchoring scenarios How to move laterally across the floor Properly Setting the device at the window Safely exiting the window Trouble shooting fouled deployments Orientation to the building Descent and Control V 1. 1 -09

Series of Slides n Bunker Pants, Firefighting Gloves, Helmets and Harnesses n Full Bunker gear n Full Bunker Gear with SCBA on Air and Blacked Out. V 1. 1 -09

BE SAFE! Live to Train, Train to Live!!!!! V 1. 1 -09