Firefighter Training Drills: Roof Types and Construction

Firefighter training drill by Forest Reeder

Roof styles and construction drill

More flashcard drills are featured this week, this set covering roof construction types and methods. A series of building photos representing typical roof construction types along with some key construction components will challenge your firefighters to name the type and to discuss the hazards associated with each type. Some operational and key term questions are included to allow for a well-rounded discussion on roof construction and safe ventilation operations.

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Forest Reeder began his fire service career in 1979. He currently serves as Battalion Chief / Director of Training & Safety with the Pleasantview (IL) Fire Protection District (www.plvw.org) and is the Director of Training for Southwest United Fire Districts (www.sufd.org). In these capacities, he is responsible for the design, implementation and coordination of in-service training activities as well as a full-service fire training academy program. Forest holds numerous Illinois fire service certifications and holds a Masters Degree in Public Safety Administration from Lewis University.

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