THANKS TO KY FIRE COMMISSION / STATE FIRE RESCUE TRAINING WELCOME TO THE OFFICERS SCHOOL THANKS KY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIAL THANKS TO

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2 WELCOME TO THE OFFICERS SCHOOL The Green River Firefighters Association and the Fire Commission / Fire Rescue Training, Area 3, is proud to present the 2008 Officers School. We appreciate the opportunity to host this event and enjoy the many friendships we have made over the years. With excellent classes, Saturday Evening With The Vendors, the hospitality of the Executive Inn Conference Center and the City of Owensboro, we trust you will have an educational and enjoyable weekend OVERVIEW: We have added new classes, updated or revised others, and a few of your favorite classes have been kept the same as you requested. Many are one day in length, giving you the opportunity to visit more than one subject and instructor during the weekend. Others are two days in length providing you a more in-depth understanding of the subject material. Instructors from throughout the nation, combined with excellent instructors from within the Commonwealth, will present outstanding educational programs including the latest information for officers from all sizes and types of organizations. THANKS TO OUR SUPPORTERS: The Officers School is a great success because so many people come together to make it a success. Thanks to our students, instructors, support staff, vendors, organizations and agencies, and the list goes on, for your contributions to the 2008 Officers School. FOR UPDATES For updated information on the 2008 Officers School. THANKS TO KY FIRE COMMISSION / STATE FIRE RESCUE TRAINING As the Officers School has grown, so have our financial and logistical obligations. We thank the Kentucky Fire Commission and State Fire Rescue Training for their support of the Officers School. The three National Fire Academy classes are provided by the Fire Commission. Coordinators and staff members from all 14 SFRT Areas provide classes, equipment and assistance to the Officers School. This support allows us to provide an even bigger and better Officers School for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. THANKS KY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Throughout the history of the Officers School, Kentucky Emergency Management has been a great supporter. They have provided classes, equipment and staff. A special thanks to our Area 3 EM Office as they support our operations throughout the year. SPECIAL THANKS TO KENTUCKY STATE FIRE MARSHAL S OFFICE KENTUCKY FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION KENTUCKY ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY KENTUCKY FEDERATION OF FIRE CHAPLAINS INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY FOR ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION AREA 3 SFRT / GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS (888)

3 OFFICERS SCHOOL SCHEDULE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22 ND 1:00 PM FIRE COMMISSION 3:00 PM ASSOC OF FIRE CHIEFS 4:00-8:00 PM EARLY REGISTRATION 7:00 PM TRAINING RECORDS SYSTEM PRESENTATION SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23 RD 6:30-8:00 AM ON SITE REGISTRATION 8:00-4:00 PM CLASSES 9:00 AM KFA EXECUTIVE BOARD 4:00-9:00 PM SATURDAY EVENING WITH THE VENDORS SUNDAY FEBRUARY 24 TH 7:00-8:00 AM ON SITE REGISTRATION 8:00-4:00 PM CLASSES ALL TIMES ARE CENTRAL STANDARD TIME OFFICERS SCHOOL MEETINGS KENTUCKY FIRE COMMISSION The Kentucky Fire Commission will meet on Friday afternoon, February 23 rd, at 1:00 CST. We thank the members of the Fire Commission for bringing a meeting of the Commission to the 2008 Officers School. The meeting of the Fire Commission is becoming an important part of the Officers School and we invite Officers School participants to arrive early and attend this meeting. KENTUCKY ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS We are excited to have the Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs joining us for the 2008 Officers School. The Chiefs will hold their quarterly meeting on Friday afternoon, February 22 nd, at 3:00 CST. This meeting will be in the same room as the Fire Commission meeting. The Chiefs have invited everyone to attend this meeting, even if you are not a member of the Association. KENTUCKY FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD Four times each year the Kentucky Firefighters Association s Executive Board meets to carry out the mission of the Association. The Officers School is a regular meeting date for the KFA Board. We are pleased that KFA chooses the Officers School as a meeting site and we appreciate the many ways KFA supports the Officers School. This meeting will occur on Saturday, February 23 rd at 9:00 AM CST.

4 SPECIAL FRIDAY CLASSES FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS This class will help the student have a deeper understanding of Fire Alarm systems. Discussion as to where they are required, installed and maintain. Proper inspection of the systems, how they function, how they can help save a life and hindrance to the fire service. This class will qualify for the six hours continuing education required for State Certified Fire Alarm Inspectors. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS ON FRIDAY ONLY, beginning at 9:00 AM INSTRUCTORS: STATE FIRE MARSHAL S STAFF KENTUCKY FIRE COMMISSION NEW TRAINING RECORDS SYSTEM After years of planning, research and development, the Kentucky Fire Commission will unveil the new Firefighter Training Records System at the 2008 Officers School. This class will introduce you to the system, including process for entering records and producing reports. Information on the implementation schedule and process will be provided to the students. There is no registration fee or pre-registration required for this class. THIS IS A FRIDAY EVENING CLASS FROM 7:00-9:00 PM INSTRUCTORS: PAUL ADAMS AND MARY ADAMS Paul Adams is an Information Technology Specialist with KCTCS and is the lead developer of the new program. Mary Adams is the Training Records Coordinator for the Kentucky Fire Commission and has overseen the development of the new program. SATURDAY EVENING WITH THE VENDORS The Saturday Evening With The Vendors has become an annual affair within the Officers School as everyone takes this opportunity to view the latest in equipment and apparatus, while visiting with old and new friends. This event is in the 37,000 square feet exhibition center in the Executive Inn Rivermont. We always strive for your visit to the exhibition center to be both educational and enjoyable. Every school participant will receive a door prize card which when validated by each of the commercial vendors will qualify the holder for door prizes. As you requested, we will continue to have door prizes and separate cards for children. If your company, department, or organization would like to participate in the Vendors Evening, please contact Jim Duke at jduke@ohiocoems.com or call for assistance We welcome all exhibits as space is available. The leadership of Kentucky s fire service is here; make sure your company is represented. THANKS TO OUR VENDORS Saturday Evening With The Vendors has become such a substantial part of the Officers School and this would not have happened without the outstanding support of our loyal vendors. We have attempted to recognize many of them, but we want all that support this event to know how much we appreciate you and your contributions.

5 HOST CONFERENCE CENTER The EXECUTIVE INN RIVERMONT has been home for the Officers School since its creation in The hotel has a variety of specialty boutiques and personalized services. Relaxed, all-day dining is available in The Patio, popular for its full-service menu and bountiful buffets. The Capital Steak and Seafood Dining Room overlook the Ohio River. The Executive Inn Rivermont provides much more, including fitness center, game room and the Time Out Lounge is a popular gathering spot. All activities of the Officers School are held inside the Executive Inn Rivermont in Owensboro. This convention center provides 100,000 square feet of classroom and exhibition space. The web site for the Executive Inn Rivermont is located at EXECUTIVE INN RIVERMONT When making reservations please inform the Reservations Staff that you are attending the GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS OFFICERS SCHOOL. Single or double rooms are $72.00 flat rate. CANCELLATIONS: Please do not reserve more rooms than you need as this causes us to have many cancellations while firefighters attending the school have to stay at other locations. Be sure when making your reservation that you understand when you must cancel your reservation to avoid a charge. OWENSBORO VISITOR S INFORMATION For information on sites, shopping, dining, hotels, and more contact the Owensboro Daviess County Tourist Commission. Toll free (800) On the web SUPPORTING HOTELS We have several hotels in Owensboro that provide quality accommodations for attendees of the Officers School. These hotels are minutes from the Executive Inn and always look forward to our firefighters staying with them. When contacting the hotels for reservations please inform the staff that you are attending the GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS OFFICERS SCHOOL. SUPER Located at 1027 Goetz Drive, next to Texas Roadhouse, they carry the Pride of Super 8 status. The special rate is $ Super 8 offers breakfast and each room has a microwave and refrigerator. Coffee is available in the lobby 24 hours per day. SLEEP INN HOTEL Located at 51 Bon Harbor Hills, Sleep Inn has 66 rooms, indoor pool, exercise room, spa, and fresh baked cookies. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS Located at 3220 West Parrish Avenue, the Holiday Inn Express has 70 rooms, business center, fitness center and is just down the street from Moonlite Barbecue Restaurant. COMFORT SUITES Located at 230 Salem Drive, the Comfort Suites is close to restaurants, Town Square Mall and provides 66 rooms, and an indoor pool. HAMPTON INN Located at 615 Salem Drive, the Hampton is close to restaurants, Town Square Mall, and provides 88 rooms. FAIRFIELD INN Located at 800 Salem Drive, the Fairfield is close to restaurants, Town Square Mall, provides 100 rooms and an indoor pool.

6 1. FIREFIGHTERS SCARED STRAIGHT! Fireground Injury and Death 2008: Tragic Events and Related Firefighter Close Calls. And the Lessons Learned Firefighting Seminar Chief Billy Goldfeder will present to the attendees, through video, audio and WAKE UP lecture, an in-depth review of specific timely fireground events and most specifically, the LESSONS LEARNED so that these incidents (and those involved) don t ever become forgotten. This very personal, high energy DIRECT AND FRANK class, professionally and respectfully presented, provides the attendees an excellent opportunity to apply the LESSONS LEARNED to their departments..and themselves, when returning home.potentially avoiding history tragically repeating itself. The goal of this class is to have students leave more knowledgeable, educated and informed but most importantly thinking HARD about their role and their department s responsibility in FIRE and RESCUE operations. These LESSONS LEARNED and related CASE STUDIES can help insure that similar problems are not repeated again at YOUR DEPARTMENT. EVERYONE GOES HOME? Some firefighters do and some don t.this class will help you understand WHY. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTOR: CHIEF BILLY GOLDFEDER Chief Billy Goldfeder, EFO, a firefighter since 1973, serves as Deputy Fire Chief of the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department in South West Ohio. LSFD is an ISO Class 2, full service ALS department providing a full range of traditional emergency and community services. A Chief Officer since 1982, he has served as a Fire Chief in Ohio, Virginia, and Florida. Chief Goldfeder also served as a Public Protection representative covering southern New York, for I.S.O. as well as a Company Officer, starting with the Manhasset-Lakeville FD in Long Island, NY. A 1993 graduate of the National Fire Academy s Executive Fire Officer Program, he is the former Chair of the International Association of Fire Chiefs Volunteer Chief Officers Section. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and provides assistance to the NIOSH Firefighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program. Chief Goldfeder recently completed his 6 th year as a Commissioner on the Commission of Fire Accreditation International. He serves as an Associate / Contributing Editor for Fire Engineering, Fire Rescue, and Firehouse, as well as Firehouse.Com and is a member of the F.E.T.N. Advisory Board. Chief Goldfeder has served on several NFPA and IAFC committees, is the Chair of the IAFC s Safety, Health and Survival Section, the National Firefighter Near-Miss Reporting Task Force and has been an instructor at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) for the past 24 years. He has been a member of the FDIC Advisory Board for the past 14 years.

7 2. LESSONS FROM THE FIREGROUND Preparation is the Key This class will demonstrate how a challenging and realistic training program can increase the effectiveness of any department. Students will learn and understand three principles that will guide them in developing department training and leadership programs. The presentation will include case studies of fires from the Cincinnati Fire Department. This class will help students learn how to use training issues to motivate their department to achieve the highest level of proficiency. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS AND WILL BE OFFERED ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTOR: STEVE OWENS, CINCINNATI FD Steve Owens is a 22 year veteran of the Cincinnati Fire Department. Steve spent 5 years as a roughneck on ladder and engine companies, 5 years as a medic on a rescue truck, and 2 years in the Fire Prevention Bureau as a Specialist in the Fire Investigation Unit. Steve has been a Fire Lieutenant for the past 10 years, 7 of which he was in charge of fire companies and 3 as an instructor in the Fire Training Bureau. He has seven years experience with the county fire departments. Steve has five years with the Cincinnati State Technical and Community College teaching EMT and paramedic classes. He has a B.S. degree and a Masters in education. 3. BEYOND HOSES AND HELMETS Beyond Hoses and Helmets is a course on the strategy and tactics of leading a volunteer or combination fire/rescue organization. The course was designed by practicing chief officers and delivers real world expertise through an interactive educational experience. The course provides instruction in problem solving, marketing, recruitment, retention, leadership, team building, training development, conflict resolution and principles of negotiation. This course is designed for organizations which are staffed by volunteers, part-time, paid on-call and/or career personnel. This course was developed by the Volunteer and Combination Officer Section (VCOS) of the International Association of Fire Chiefs and is supported by Pierce Fire Apparatus. The United States Fire Administration and the National Emergency Training Center provided technical support in the development of course materials. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTORS: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS At the time the Officers School brochure was going to the printer, the International Association of Fire Chiefs had not selected the instructors for this course. Last year the IAFC provided excellent instructors for this course. As soon as the instructor is selected, we will place instructor information on our web site at

8 4. INCIDENT RESPONSE TO TERRORIST BOMBINGS AND PREVENTION OF & RESPONSE TO SUICIDE BOMBING INCIDENTS Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings Operations is designed to prepare emergency responders to perform effectively and safely during bombing incidents, principally in support roles within the warm and cold zones of the incident scene. Familiarization with improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and explosive materials and detailed training on critical response actions during pre and post detonation operations is provided. In addition, the course addresses actions that emergency responders can take to prevent and/or deter bombing attacks against targets in their communities. Prevention of and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents provides students a familiarization with improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and explosive materials typically used in suicide bombings. It also addresses actions that individual emergency responders can take to assist in preventing or deterring suicide bombings as well as techniques, tactics, and procedures that support an effective and safe response to a suicide bombing. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS AND WILL BE OFFERED ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTORS: SHAWN S. KELLEY, CHIEF FIRE MARSHAL, ARLINGTON COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND JOE DOYLE, EMRTC / NEW MEXICO TECH Shawn Kelley When an airliner crashed into the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, the Arlington County Fire Department was first on the scene, and was in charge of the site through the long rescue and recovery process. One of the key commanders on the scene was Assistant Chief Shawn Kelley, the Chief Fire Marshal of Arlington County. Chief Kelley is a 24 year veteran of the Department and has been the Chief Fire Marshal for the past six years. He is also a life member of the Ballston Volunteer Fire Department. Joe Doyle retired from law enforcement in Florida after 27 years of service, including 24 years as the commander of the Bomb Squad / Hazardous Materials and Special Operations Team. Joe has been with EMRTC / New Mexico Tech s Incident Response To Terrorist Bombing Program for the past four years and currently serves as the Lead Instructor for the Direct Delivery Awareness Program. We appreciate the assistance of the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security with this class offering 5. FIRE SERVICE OPERATIONS AND INCIDENTS WITHIN KENTUCKY This one day class will include multiple presentations of operations within Kentucky. Two presentations will be of significant incidents and the third will explore the benefits of multiple departments operating within one system. THE BARDSTOWN FIRE On a cold February 2008 morning a fire breaks out in a single family residence which would become Kentucky s deadliest fire since the Beverly Hills Supper Club Fire. 10 people died in the fire. LEAD INSTRUCTOR ANTHONY MATTINGLY and others will lead you through the sequence of events. Mattingly is Chief of the Bardstown Fire Department, rising from a Junior Firefighter 29 years ago to being named Chief in 2003.

9 AVERTING DISASTER: ASSESSMENT OF THE CSX TRAIN DERAILMENT On a Tuesday morning in January cars of a CSX train derailed in Bullitt County, resulting in explosions, major fires, and chemical releases. Evacuations, an interstate highway closed, and many more components of this incident that lasted for days will be reviewed. INSTRUCTORS RODNEY RABY AND ROB ORKIES will lead you through a full case study of this major train derailment affecting not only the community but the entire state. Rodney Raby has over 30 years service in the State Fire Marshal s Office and was named State Fire Marshal in Chief Orkies is the Chief of the Zoneton Fire District in Bullitt County and served as Incident Commander of this derailment. MULTIPLE DEPARTMENTS WORKING IN ONE SYSTEM As demands on the fire service increases at the same time that expenses are increasing, communities must seek innovative means to provide fire protection. This presentation will look at Pulaski County and will review not only their county wide fire protection tax but will also include a review of their centralized purchasing, equipment maintenance, communications and standardization of equipment and apparatus. LEAD INSTRUCTOR TIGER ROBINSON is a 25 year veteran of the fire service and is the Pulaski County Fire Coordinator. Tiger teaches part time for Area 14 Fire Rescue Training and is a member of the Kentucky Fire Commission. SUNDAY ONLY FACILITATOR: CHARLES SHAW, AREA 14 Charlie Shaw is the Area 14 Coordinator for State Fire Rescue Training and Special Events Chair for the Kentucky Firefighters Association. 6. KENTUCKY FIRE COMMISSION 2008 AND BEYOND The new Drivers Training Simulator. The new Health and Wellness Initiatives. The new CPAT System. The 2008 Kentucky General Assembly. Seldom in the history of Kentucky s fire service have so many changes been occurring at the same time as we have had during the past two years, and we are sure to see even more projects in the future. This class will provide you the latest information on a host of Fire Commission programs and policies and their effect on your department, including who is handling the various programs, who to call on a variety of issues, plans for the future, and one on one communications. This class provides time for you to get your questions answered and your opinions heard, so do not miss this opportunity. SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: RONNIE DAY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, KY FIRE COMMISSION Ronnie Day was appointed in late July 2003 as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Fire Commission. Ronnie has been a part of the Fire Commission operations before, during and after the consolidation of the Fire Commission into KCTCS and with State Fire Rescue Training. Director Day has dealt with literally every part of the Fire Commission operations and no one is in a better position to lead you through an update on the current and future activities of the Fire Commission. Ronnie has been a part of the fire service throughout his career, both in career and volunteer roles, and has traveled to most every section of this Commonwealth. Other staff and Commission members will assist in the presentation of this program.

10 7. FIGHTING FIRES IN SPRINKLERED BUILDINGS Automatic sprinklers are becoming a bigger part of fire protection within Kentucky, whether you protect a large city or a rural community. Commercial, schools, churches, community centers, and residential properties have or are adding sprinkler systems. Yet, there are still loses due to fires in sprinklered facilities. This class is to provide firefighters with a greater understanding of why these losses occur and how to improve the fire services role in helping prevent them. The class will include the three main reasons why sprinklered buildings burn, the capabilities and advantages of automatic sprinkler systems during fireground operations and the need for pre-fire planning. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTOR: RUSTY TODD Rusty Todd has been in the first service since 1973 and currently serves as the Chief Fire Inspector and Investigator for the City of Elizabethtown. He is nearing completion of a Bachelor s degree in Fire Rescue Technology from the University of Cincinnati. Rusty has instructed for State Fire Rescue Training Area 5 since 1985, where he is active in basic firefighter training as well as hazardous materials, arson and officer classes. 8. TACTICAL APPROACH TO RESIDENTIAL FIREFIGHTING The single family dwelling fire should be rather routine for most fire departments. Every fire department should be staffed, equipped and trained to respond and combat the single-family dwelling fire. Lessons learned from single-family dwelling fires that went wrong and killed firefighters will also be discussed. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS ON SATURDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: JOHN BUCKMAN, PAST PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS John Buckman has completed his term as President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the first time in 22 years for a volunteer fire chief to hold this position. John is Chief of the German Township Volunteer Fire Department in Evansville, Indiana. Chief Buckman serves as an Adjunct Instructor and Course Developer with the National Fire Academy and a member of the National Fire Academy Alumni Association Board of Directors. John is an accomplished author having written over 100 articles for various fire service journals and is co-author of the 3 rd Edition of the book Recruiting, Training and Maintaining Volunteer Firefighters. 9. I AM THE TRAINING OFFICER NOW WHAT???? What do you do when you are appointed or elected to the most important position in your department? This class will discuss topics, schedules, what and how to teach today s firefighter and officer. This class is for instructors and training officers in career, volunteer and combination departments. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS ON SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: JOHN BUCKMAN, PAST PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS (Please see instructor information above)

11 10. A CAR CAN KILL YOU AT ZERO MILES PER HOUR AND WHAT S JUNK IN THE JUNKYARD Dwight Clark s Extrication presentations have received rave reviews each year at the Officers School since 1999 and as students have requested we have invited him back for a return engagement. This class will begin with the latest information on dangers to rescue personnel during a vehicle rescue event and how to avoid them. Students will then explore the differences between rescue drills in the junkyard and with real wrecks they respond to on the highway. Students will learn how vehicles are constructed and how construction is modified during a crash. The instructor will teach students how to predict hard points and soft points to reduce extrication time. Students will improve their evaluation of the extrication scene; choose the correct tools to do the job, allowing you to reduce the time and effort during the extrication, all providing for quicker transport and better outcomes for the patient. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS ON SATURDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: DWIGHT CLARK, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF, FORSYTH COUNTY, GA Dwight Clark has been closely associated with vehicle extrication since 1979, teaching in 23 states, Canada, Mexico, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom and South Africa. Dwight has become one of the most popular instructors in the history of the Officers School. Dwight currently serves as Deputy Chief of the Forsythe, Georgia Fire Department and is a Contributing Editor for Fire Rescue Magazine. Previously Dwight served as an Instructor with the Georgia Fire Academy. Dwight is a founding member of the Transportation Emergency Rescue Committee of the IAFC and has served as judge and evaluator in 11 International Vehicle Rescue Competitions. Dwight s career in the fire service began in 1959 with the San Angelo, Texas, Fire Department, where he retired in 1991 as an Assistant Fire Chief. 11. RESPONSE TO LARGE TRUCK AND BUS INCIDENTS AND WHAT S NEW ABOUT WHAT S NEW This is a new program that Dwight Clark introduced at the 2001 Officers School and he has presented throughout the nation and we are pleased to have it presented at the 2008 Officers School. This program will build upon your knowledge and skills in vehicle rescue and explore the world of heavy rescue. This program will introduce you to the unique construction and extrication characteristics of large trucks and buses, including school buses and special needs buses. A school bus incident may be one of your most challenging responses and this class will assist you in preparing for that response. Specific rescue techniques to be used on large trucks and school buses will be presented to enable you to effectively respond to these types of incidents. In the afternoon, Dwight will explore what s new as the class reviews construction components, new fuels, hybrid cars and new airbag systems. THIS IS A ONE DAY CLASS OFFERED ON SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: DWIGHT CLARK, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF, FORSYTH COUNTY, GA (Please see instructor information at left)

12 12. KENTUCKY SEARCH MANAGEMENT Search Management for Kentucky Personnel provides a series of in-depth studies focused on the philosophy, science, and theory of managing the missing person search. This course is designed to enable those who have responsibility in management of search operations to broaden their understanding and competencies. The course is intended for individuals who will be responsible for the planning, execution, and overall direction of a missing person search. This course meets the search management training requirement specified in KRS 39F.200 for local search and rescue coordinators. The class consists of lecture and group discussion on a variety of search management topics, with group work based on actual lost person search and rescue case studies. THIS IS A THREE DAY CLASS, beginning Friday at 6:00 PM INSTRUCTORS: MELANIE HILLIARD AND JOE CLARY Melanie Hilliard is the Search and Rescue Coordinator for Kentucky Division of Emergency Management. Melanie has over 12 years experience in fire and rescue services. She has an AAS Degree in Computer Programming and a Bachelor s Degree in Fire Science. Melanie maintains multiple certifications including NASAR Search and Rescue Technician III, HazMat Tech, Swift Water, EMT, and ICS through the 400 level. Joe Clary has been in Search and Rescue since He is presently with the team of SAR-3 where for 4 years he held the position of Training Officer, Chairman of the Education Committee and was a member of the Board of Directors. Joe currently sits on the state s Steering Group for Search and Rescue and is Chairman of the Kentucky Association of Independent Rescue Squads. Joe has completed many courses, including the joint U. S. Air Force / Coast Guard National Search and Rescue School Inland SAR Planning Class. He currently teaches for KY Emergency Management in their Search and Rescue Program. 13. TRUCK COMPANY OPERATIONS No matter what type of department you represent, whether it is career, volunteer, or combination, SOMEBODY S GOT TO DO THE TRUCK COMPANY STUFF. During this class the instructors will break down and examine aspects of truck company operations. This will include different types of apparatus, placement of equipment on apparatus, size-up, tools and equipment carried, gaining access, ventilation techniques, search and rescue, elevated master streams, utility control, salvage, overhaul, inside / outside team approach, and elevator emergencies. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTOR: JODY MEIMAN, LOUISVILLE FD and TROY GRAVISS, LOUISVILLE FD Jody Meiman is a 15 year veteran of the fire service. He started his career at Lake Dreamland FD in Louisville and is currently a Captain and Training Officer. Jody joined the Louisville FD in 1995, where he spent 2 years on an engine company and 8 years on a truck company. Jody is currently a Captain and is assigned to the Louisville Fire Academy. Jody has an Associates degree in Fire Science. He is a Task Force Leader on the Louisville Metro Urban Search and Rescue Team, and a Command Officer with the Metro Louisville HazMat Team. Troy Graviss is an 18 year veteran of the fire service. He started his career at Camp Taylor FD in 1989, currently at the rank of Captain. Troy joined the Louisville FD in 1992, with his first9 years on an engine company. After being promoted to Sergeant he spent 6 years on Truck 1 in Downtown Louisville. Troy is currently assigned to Engine 18 with a rank of Captain. He is also a member of the Buechel FD and is a Rescue Specialist with the Louisville Urban Search and Rescue Team.

13 14. BECOMING A BETTER COMPANY OFFICER A STREET SMART APPROACH The company officer has been the backbone for effective fireground operations for more than 150 years. The decisions made by these officers and their ability to perform fireground tasks can greatly impact the outcome of the incident and more importantly, the safety and well-being of their crew. This high impact program is designed to enhance the safety and effectiveness of the modern fireground for current and future officers. This fast paced multi-media presentation will address some of the more common issues facing the fire officer in today s dynamic fireground environment. Topics to be covered in this program include incident size-up, modern building construction and it s flaws, fireground command and control, strategic/tactical concepts and considerations for residential buildings, firefighter safety, RIT operations, response to routine emergencies, what was I thinking, and tricks of the trade. SATURDAY ONLY INSTRUCTORS: SCOTT SHAW and TROY WEBSTER Scott Shaw has been active in the fire/rescue field for more than 20 years. He started as a volunteer firefighter in 1986 and became a paid firefighter in His past positions include Training Officer, Captain, and Battalion Chief. He is currently employed by the Cincinnati Fire Department and also teaches for SFRT Area 14. Scott has an Associates Degree in Fire Science and a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration. Scott was the developer of Kentucky s Firefighter Survival and Rescue Programs and he has taught at both the Firehouse Expo and the Fire Department Instructors Conference. Troy Webster is a 17 year veteran of the fire service currently serving as a Captain with the Florence Fire/EMS Department. Troy teaches as a part time field instructor for Kentucky State Fire Rescue Training, Area 14, teaching various programs throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Troy has earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Protection Administration from Eastern Kentucky University. Troy has served at various ranks in both paid and volunteer departments, including Firefighter, Captain, Training Officer and Assist Chief. 15. SPECIAL OPERATIONS FOR THE FIRE SERVICE Floods, earthquakes, and tornados.are you prepared for all that Mother Nature or the modern man can throw at you and your department? This class will teach you life saving (your life) information on the technical rescue disciplines. Fast paced and hard hitting, this class will focus on the critical do s and don ts for first arriving fire officers and other emergency service personnel to the following types of incidents: rope, vehicle/machinery extrication, confined space, trench, structural collapse and swift water/flood. SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTORS: SCOTT SHAW and TROY WEBSTER (Please see instructor information at left and above) We appreciate the support of Scott Shaw and Troy Webster in providing these classes and their continued support of the Officers School.

14 16. UNDERSTANDING THE ISO GRADING SYSTEM Fire Departments are accountable to a variety of standards, but none have more direct financial impact on a community than the Insurance Services Office (ISO) fire suppression grading schedule. This class will include a review of the ISO grading system, how your grade affects your department and your community, and how to prepare for an ISO review. In addition this course will update you on ISO s new Community Outreach Project. SATURDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: MIKE RUNDELL, ISO KENTUCKY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE Mike Rundell has served as Field Representative for Insurance Service Office (ISO) for eight years traveling to all parts of Kentucky. Mike has been an instructor in the ISO class for the past several years at the Officers School and has the ability to present the ISO system in a clear and concise format that benefits departments of all sizes. Mike has sixteen years experience as a volunteer firefighter in Jefferson County. Mike brings help to the classroom including other ISO Field Representatives and plenty of materials. 17. MANAGING THE FARM RELATED EMERGENCY This class will explore the differences in managing farm related emergencies compared with other types of emergencies. The class will include common types of farm related emergencies and special challenges for responders. The class will review managing the farm related incident, resources needed and available, common tactical operations and preplanning options. The class will also update students on the latest news in ATV Safety and safely using ATVs during emergency responses. SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: DALE DOBSON, KY DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Dale Dobson serves as the Farm and Home Safety Administrator for Kentucky s Department of Agriculture. In this role Dale leads the charge to tie farm safety educational programs and farm rescue training programs into a unified effort. Dale has delivered educational programs throughout Kentucky and has become Kentucky s recognized specialist in farm safety and rescue. PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS THE GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS / AREA 3 We appreciate the assistance of Mike Rundell and Insurance Services Office with providing this class and Mike s continued support of the Officers School. SPRING FIRE SCHOOL APRIL 19 TH AND 20 TH, 2008

15 18. METH LABS - A FIREFIGHTER S NIGHTMARE This class provides a survey of clandestine methamphetamine manufacture, beginning with an overview of methamphetamine production and trafficking. The hazards of responding to methamphetamine labs, including environmental contamination, potential explosions and personal exposure, are highlighted. Also covered are indicators of a clandestine laboratory, items and equipment utilized, and the ephedrine/ammonia, or Nazi, method of manufacturing methamphetamine. This class will explore how cooperation between law enforcement, EMS, fire and rescue agencies will improve the safety and effectiveness of your response to a meth lab incident. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTORS: JERRY ADERS, RICKY KING AND CHEYENNE ALBRO Jerry Aders is the Chief of the Greenville Fire Department. Ricky King is the Chief of the Central City Fire Department. Chief King is the 2 nd Vice President of the Green River Firefighters Association and a member of the Area 3 Fire Rescue Training staff. Cheyenne Albro leads the Pennyrile Narcotics Task Force. These instructors bring with them over 100 years of combined law enforcement and firefighting experience. These instructors will present to students information about methamphetamine labs and expose you to an effective operation between response agencies, where cooperation begins in the planning process and continues until the incident is terminated. 19. FIRE OFFICERS GUIDE TO ARSON This class details the process of handling a suspected arson fire from beginning to end, including some cases that were handled well and some that were not handle so well. The class will begin with a current listing of motives for arson and the signs that you have a possible arson. The class will then review the case development process, including who is doing what. Two separate, but critical steps are the cause and origin investigation and the interview process. The instructors will help you understand how to deal with the media and the insurance company. The class concludes with some insight into the successful prosecution of an arson case. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY INSTRUCTORS: FLEMING, BOAZ AND FOGLE Damon Fleming is an Arson Investigator with the Kentucky State Police, assigned to Post 2 in Madisonville. Damon has been in law enforcement for nine years, six of those being in investigations. Damon is a graduate of Murray State University and the National Fire Academy. Mark Boaz is an Arson Investigator with the Kentucky State Police, assigned to Post 16 in Henderson. Prior to joining the KSP, Mark had 19 years in fire service, five as a volunteer and 14 as a career firefighter Mark has been an instructor with State Fire Rescue Training since Phil Fogle is a Deputy State Marshal in the Hazardous Materials Division, and has investigated many cause and origin fires. Phil has been in this position with the Fire Marshal s office for eight years. Phil is Assistant Chief of the Masonville Fire Department and is a Past President of the Green River Firefighters Assoc.

16 National Fire Academy Classes At the time the Officers School brochure was going to the printer, the National Fire Academy had not selected the instructor for the NFA courses. The NFA traditionally has provided excellent instructors for their courses. As soon as the instructor is selected, we will place instructor information on our web site at LEADERSHIP I: STRATEGIES FOR COMPANY SUCCESS This course will introduce the emergency services officer to basic leadership skills and techniques needed to improve command and management effectiveness. This is a National Fire Academy two-day course designed to meet the needs of the company officer. This course provides the basic skills and tools needed to perform effectively as a leader in the fire service environment. This Leadership course addresses techniques and approaches to problem-solving, identifying and assessing the needs to subordinates, running meetings effectively in the emergency services environment, and decision making for the emergency services officer. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY 21. LEADERSHIP III: STRATEGIES FOR SUPERVISORY SUCCESS This is a National Fire Academy two-day course designed to meet the needs of the company officer by providing the officer with the basic skills and tools needed to perform effectively as a leader in the fire service environment. This Leadership course addresses when and how to delegate to subordinates, assessing personal leadership styles through situational leadership, when and how to discipline subordinates and coaching / motivating techniques for the company officer. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY 22. STRATEGY AND TACTICS FOR INITIAL COMPANY OPERATIONS This course is designed to meet the needs of company officers responsible for managing operations. Students will learn to use the Communications Model; the Quick Access Prefire Plan in tactical operations at fire incidents; and the six steps required implementing the Tactical Action Model. Students will explore apparatus placement, ventilation tactics, rescue tactics, selection and deployment of appropriate hoselines, water supplies and much more. Students will learn to determine the appropriate strategy, select correct tactics, and operate within an appropriate Incident Command System. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY

17 23. EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO TERRORISM: STRATEGIES AND TACTICS FOR THE COMMAND OFFICER This updated 2-day course is designed for the responder(s) who may be responsible for initial and expanded command of incidents involving terrorism. The course is intended to build upon the student s existing skills as an Incident Commander (IC). IC s must be prepared to operate as part of a multiagency, multidiscipline, and multijurisdictional response. To address the command and control challenges that likely will confront the IC, the class uses lecture supported by case studies and practice scenarios. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR:TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY 25. FIRE BEHAVIOR IN A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE This course uses test burns of commonly found items in simulated single family occupancies to provide firefighters with pragmatic, cognitive, and analytical skills for understanding fire behavior. The course presents scenarios and case studies to enable firefighters to assess and devise strategies for fighting actual fires based on their ability to apply data from test burns. Analysis and discussion of test results will enable students to evaluate and interpret those results, and develop safe, effective firefighting strategies. SATURDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY 24. METHODS OF ENHANCING SAFETY EDUCATION This course is designed to provide the students with the essential tools and skills to enhance their personal leadership in safety education and to gain organizational support for the function. The course content emphasizes three simple methods for establishing roots in public fire and life safety education. These include personal commitment to public education; determining and improving the organization s role in public education; and enhancing programs through greater community support. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY 26. COMPREHENSIVE FIRE PROTECTION APPROACH IN A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY This course uses a comprehensive fire protection approach to frame areas of study around fire growth paths, product, and systems involved with the appropriate fire protection solution, and building codes, and the use of fire mitigating tools. Analysis of historical commercial building fires highlights the development of building codes, fire codes, and product test methods. SUNDAY ONLY INSTRUCTOR: TO BE ANNOUNCED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY

18 27. WHERE IS A FIRE CHAPLAIN WHEN YOU NEED ONE In the modern fire service numerous factors have made it desirable; many consider it a necessity, to establish a formal position of Fire Chaplain. Fire Chaplains assist their departments in keeping personnel physically and mentally prepared to respond to America s most dangerous and stressful work. The Fire Chaplain is trained in rehabilitation, accountability, incident command, EAP, PSOB, NFPA 1500, Critical Incident Stress Management, funerals, drug and alcohol abuse, networking with outside agencies such as the Red Cross, criminal activity and terrorism. The trained Chaplain is often considered the crisis coordinator. This class will benefit officers from both departments which are considering a Chaplain s position and departments who have already appointed a Chaplain. Personnel who are serving as a Chaplain or those considering this line of service are encouraged to attend. THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR: DAN ENNIS & BUEFORD STAPLETON KENTUCKY FEDERATION OF FIRE CHAPLAINS Dan Ennis brings information, knowledge and experience to this class. Dan serves as the Chaplain for the Louisville IAFF Local 345, Chaplain for Shively PD and FD, President of KY Federation of Fire Chaplains, and SE Director of International Assoc of Fire Chaplains. Dan has worked with the Oklahoma City Firefighters and the New York City Fire Chaplains, and is a member of the KY Community Crisis Response Team. Bueford Stapleton serves as Chaplain for Leitchfield FD and is Secretary of KY Federation of Fire Chaplains. Bueford is a member of International Federation of Fire Chaplains and a member of KY Community Crisis Response Team. GRFA / SFRT AREA 3 LEADERSHIP DANNY FROEHLICH President RICK COX 1 st VP & Officers School Chair RICKY KING 2 nd Vice President PAT THOMPSON Treasurer MARC HENDERSON Secretary BOB NEWMAN KFA 3 RD Vice President DAVID McCRADY KFA Director JIM DUKE Officers Sch Exhibits Coordinator JIM VANCLEVE Area 3 Coordinator ROBIN LONG Office Coordinator REGISTRATION INFORMATION Our goal is for you to be in your first choice of classes. Classes fill to capacity early, registering early increases your opportunity of being placed in your first choice of classes. Deadline for pre-registration is February 19 th. Registrations after this date may be made at the Officers School on Friday evening from 4:00 8:00 pm, on Saturday morning from 6:30 8:00 am, and on Sunday morning between 7:00 8:00 am for any classes that are not filled. Registration fees are $50.00 before February 19 th and $60.00 after February 19 th. The registration fee is the same whether you are attending one day or both days. Confirmations for students who pre-register will be sent after we receive your payment or purchase order with payment following. Confirmations will be mailed, ed or faxed. No invoices will be mailed. Please copy your registration form to serve as your invoice. We ask all students to please check in at our Registration Desk during the hours listed above to receive your materials, classroom assignments and any last minute information.

19 GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION 2008 OFFICERS SCHOOL REGISTRATION (DUPLICATE THIS FORM AS NEEDED) (PLEASE COMPLETE ALL BLANKS) LAST NAME FIRST NAME HOME ADDRESS CITY COUNTY STATE ZIP FIREFIGHTER ID # OR SOCIAL SECURITY # DATE OF BIRTH MALE / FEMALE HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDED GRADUATION OR GED COMPLETION DATE DAY PHONE NIGHT PHONE FAX RANK/TITLE ORGANIZATION ADDRESS DEADLINE FOR PREREGISTRATION IS FEBRUARY 19 th WHICH DAYS ARE YOU ATTENDING SATURDAY SUNDAY BOTH CLASS SELECTION: CLASS NUMBER CLASS NAME 1 ST CHOICE 2 ND CHOICE 3 RD CHOICE 4 TH CHOICE IF YOU DO NOT SELECT A 2 ND,3 RD,or 4 TH CHOICE, IF NEEDED, WE WILL SELECT MAIL COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORMS TO: GREEN RIVER FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION P.O. BOX 700 CALHOUN, KENTUCKY FAX Payment must accompany all registrations. Make checks payable to Green River Firefighters Association. Purchase Orders will be accepted with payment following immediately. Faxes will be accepted at with payment following immediately. No registrations by or phone. No refunds after Feb 19 th. REGISTRATION FEES BEFORE FEB 19 th $50.00 AFTER FEB 19 th $60.00

20 Green River Firefighters Association P.O. Box 700 Calhoun, Kentucky NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID CALHOUN, KY PERMIT #24