Course Description:

This 4-hour Vertical Vent Enter Isolate Search (VEIS) course is a critical firefighting tactic used to swiftly rescue trapped occupants in a structure fire by entering through a window, isolating the room from the fire, and conducting a search. At HFD’s unique live fire facility, firefighters can practice VEIS in realistic live fire scenarios to simulate authentic rescue situations. This hands-on training allows firefighters to hone their skills in navigating hazardous environments, performing rapid rescues, and ensuring victim safety. By training in this controlled yet realistic setting; firefighters can improve their proficiency in VEIS techniques and enhance their ability to save lives in actual emergency situations.

PPE Requirements:

Full PPE and SCBA

Instructor(s):

Hamilton Fire Department