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Training Videos

SBFD In Action: Communication and a Common Philosophy

April 9, 2009

Here is a look at the San Bernardino City Fire Department in action. This video clip was used as a part of a department wide training program to develop a better working relationship between Company & Chief Officers. It is really important for Chief Officers to never forget where they came from and to be [...]

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Inside the CP #11 – SBFD

April 2, 2009

A look Inside the Command Post SBFD Company and Chief Officers arriving on scene and their Size-Up process. This video clip shows the importance of matching the strategic mode with the “standardized principles of risk” This is a two story 4-unit apartment building that is vacant & abandoned. The IC does a good job of [...]

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Inside the Command Post – Episode # 8

March 18, 2009

A look “Inside the Command Post” SBFD Company and Chief Officers arriving on scene and their Size-Up process. This video clip shows a well involved 2-Story building and some good communication to help make the proper risk assessment decision. Is it a Go or a No-Go situation?

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San Bernardino House Fire – Inside the Command Post # 9

March 16, 2009

SBFD units arrived on scene to find a vacant single family dwelling that had previously been used by squatters, with moderate smoke conditions in the attic area. The fire was quickly extinguished and while doing so, two firefighters sustained minor knee injuries. The fire was investigated and it was determined to be incendiary in nature [...]

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March 4, 2009

Here is our 7th episode of  “Inside the Command Post”. A series created my Battalion Chief Mike Alder shows SBFD Company and Chief Officers arriving on scene and their Size-Up process. This video clip shows some single family dwelling vertical ventilation operations.

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Inside the Command Post – Episode 6

March 3, 2009

Here is our sixth episode of the “Inside Command Post”. A series created by Battalion Chief Mike Alder with the San Bernardino City FD, CA. This training series is designed to promote the need for ICS and to help Firefighters train in the area of Command and Control.

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Inside the Command Post – Episode 5

March 2, 2009

A look “Inside the Command Post” SBFD Company and Chief Officers arriving on scene and their Size-Up process.

Please free free to comment or ask any questions about the video or ICS.

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Inside the Command Post – Episode 4

January 4, 2009

Here is our fourth episode of the “Inside Command Post”. A series created by Battalion Chief Mike Alder with the San Bernardino City FD, CA. This training series is designed to promote the need for ICS and to help Firefighters train in the area of Command and Control.

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Inside The Command Post – Episode 3

December 15, 2008

Here is our third episode of the “Inside Command Post”.  A series created by Battalion Chief Mike Alder with the San Bernardino City FD, CA.  This training series is designed to promote the need for ICS and to help Firefighters train in the area of Command and Control.

Comments, questions and suggestions are welcomed and encouraged.

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35′ Extension Ladder – 3 Person Flat Raise

October 12, 2008

The following firefighter ladder evolution is based upon the criteria and standards utilized by the Victor Valley Fire Academy in Southern California. The VVC Fire Academy is an Accredited by the California State Fire Marshall’s Office.

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