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Experienced front line Fire Officer with extensive international training experience in strategic and tactical fire and rescue operations

We are very optimistic about the introduce our new eLearning course on Firefighting Fundamentals. This course is designed to provide essential foundational knowledge to firefighters worldwide. While we firmly believe in the value of face-to-face training in realistic conditions, we also recognize its limitations. This program is not intended to replace hands-on training but to complement it by providing a robust theoretical foundation at an affordable price. As part of our commitment to global outreach, we have already granted free access to this vital training to over 25,000 firefighters in developing nations. We commend the Chief Officers in these countries for embracing this crucial core training. For firefighters in developed nations, this course offers cost-effective training that will enhance both the safety and efficiency of their teams. We will be offering quarterly ‘Reading the Fire’ and ‘Hot Seat Challenges’. These initiatives are designed to maintain competency by enabling firefighters to analyze real incidents using the BE SAHF fire behavior indicator dynamic risk assessment method. Our approach is pragmatic and flexible. We do not advocate for any dogmatic response philosophies. We understand that there are no “routine” actions, tools, or techniques that can replace the need for critical thinking under stress. Every tactical approach, tool, and technique has its strengths and weaknesses. We recognize that every context in which firefighters operate presents unique challenges and opportunities. We believe that if firefighters have a solid, open-minded foundation, they will be able to determine the best approach for their specific context. We invite you to join us in this journey of learning and growth.

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Design and Build of Fire & Rescue Training Props and Aids

Proudly working in collaboration with Bradley R Davidson, Aus-Rescue (Shan Raffel) and Fire Risk Consultancy (David Ware). Risk and Emergency are very excited to announce our alliance with Bradley, a well-known and seasoned fire officer, fire safety expert and published author based in Canada. Alongside Shan Raffel of Aus-Rescue and David Ware of Fire Risk Consultancy, we have developed a ground-breaking training course that aims to enhance firefighter safety globally “The essentials of Compartment Fire Behaviour – Training, Tactics and Techniques.” This elearning course is essential for all firefighters at all levels and covers the underpinning knowledge that all firefighters attending incidents should have, providing crucial knowledge needed at the scene of fire incidents. It is also delivered on our eLearning platform to enable access 24/7 365 days a year and self-paced learning. Bradley is the published author of - `Flames of the Fire` - Firefighting Amidst the Explosions and with his passion to reduce Line Of Duty Deaths (LODD), Bradley plays a crucial role in advancing our mission to enhance the knowledge and safety of firefighters across North America. Together, we are dedicated to providing firefighters with the tools and knowledge they need to perform their duties safely and effectively, wherever they may serve. eLearning.  Distance learning without the distance. #FirefighterSafety #FireBehaviour #eLearning #GlobalInitiative #firefighters  #Riskandemergency.   #ausrescue.

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Ossama Salam

CFBT2 Instructor / Nebosh certificate

7mo

Good luck legend, but I prefer to be at your hands

Risk and Emergency eLearning Specialists

Design and Build of Fire & Rescue Training Props and Aids

7mo

Great stuff Shan Raffel over at Aus-Rescue, we are looking forward to this collaboration.

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