Firefighter Training Seminar
Upcoming Event:
September 2025
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
STEVE ROBERTSON
Steve has been in the fire service for 33 years, the last 29 of which has been with the Columbus Ohio Division of Fire. Steve currently serves as the Lieutenant on Engine Company 18 in the South Linden neighborhood of Columbus. Steve has been a classroom instructor at FDIC for the past several years teaching engine company operations. Additionally, Steve is the
lead instructor of the FDIC HOT program Stretching For Success. Steve is an instructor for County Fire Tactics and has taught engine company tactics nationally. He has also instructed at the High Rise Operations Conference and Command Officers Bootcamp, Water on the Fire conference all in Pensacola Beach, Florida.
For the past 26 years Steve has also been a state certified Fire Safety instructor. He is also a past member of the State of Ohio Fire Training Committee.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: ENGINE COMPANY TACTICAL
We’ve all experienced fires that go sideways due to tactical mistakes. These fires often escalate if not addressed promptly. This class will discuss common tactical traps found on fire scenes, such as discount auto part stores, dollar stores, and type 2 construction buildings. These structures offer fortified rear doors, partition walls, and heavy fire loads, as well as access to balloon frame void fires and cockloft and attic fires. Your initial tactical considerations significantly impact the fire’s outcome. While we all make mistakes, it’s how we recover from them that matters Unfortunately, no one on the fire ground can provide immediate assistance. With 33 years of engine company experience and 21 from the right front seat, our expertise is invaluable. We only get one chance to set the tone for the entire fire.
HANDS ON TRAINING AFTER LUNCH:
EVERYONE WILL NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN HELMET AND GLOVES
The stations will include: Western Buckeye Training
FORCIBLE ENTRY:
- Life Fire Layout after the force
HOSE & NOZZLES:
- Looking at the attack packages of the hose and nozzle and how they react with each other
- Timing of the water tank
SEARCHES & DRAGS:
- A demonstration of good search positioning and patterns
- The drags and carries and victim removal (dragging an instructor)
- FF Rescue Survey Data
