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Training Today’s Fire Service

Training is about Attitude!!! Training has evolved in the fire service over the years…
or at least for some it has. So what type of attitude does your department have
towards training? If your department is struggling with this issue of TRAINING, then
you can’t miss this program as you will walk away from the class with an ISO and
OSHA compliant yearly training calendar. This is one program training officer’s
won’t want to miss as we will look at how a learning management system can play
a critical role in your training and compliance. Training today’s fire service is different
from even 5 years ago. Come learn what it is like to have a dynamic training program
that will make other departments envious.

Presenter: Doug Cline, Assistant Chief of Operations, Horry County (SC) Fire Rescue;
and Past President, International Society of Fire Service Instructors

Today’s Fire Service Instructor and the Law: Staying off of the Hot Seat

The municipality’s duty to provide adequate training for its employees; it’s one of the most important legal duties. But,
it is often misunderstood and sometimes outright ignored. Problems associated with meeting this duty can contribute
to operational issues with the provision of fire, rescue, and emergency medical services in Iowa, thereby increasing
the possibility of a lawsuit against the municipality, in addition to its leadership and instructors. This session will present
some of the specific training deficiencies and shortcomings that may lead to litigation, including issues associated
with the operation of emergency vehicles and emergency incident responses. In addition, a portion of the session
should address workers’ compensation law regarding firefighters and emergency medical personnel. The course
should also present some legal duties that instructors may not be aware of, including duties for fire departments that
also provide EMS. Along with suggested best practices for instructors and training officers, including guidelines and
training documentation, this session may help you keep off of the hot seat.

Presenter: Skylar J. Limkemann, Attorney, Scheldrup Blades Schrock Smith PC; and former Fire Captain and Instructor

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