Riverpark
Station-
During the
design phase of the new Riverpark Station one of the features was a training
tower that would allow Lakeside Fire crews to train on a multitude of skills
locally. The training tower was designed not only to provide a prop for fire
suppression activities, but to allow for training on unique rescue skills.
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| Crews construct a tripod made from carbon-fiber elements |
One of the
design features was a series of openings that would allow crews to train on
their “below grade” skills. These are rescue skills that allow crews to raise
victims out of areas that present unique challenges. The tower allows for the
lowering, and raising, of crews up through the three story tower through a series of narrow openings.
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| Firefighter-Paramedic Jon Jordan is lowered through the opening on the top story. |
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| Captain-Paramedic Rick Dalldorf on his way down three stories. |
The new
training tower continues to provide outstanding training opportunities for
crews.
Submitted By: Fire Captain Mark Grow, Lakeside Fire District
Photos By: Firefighter-Paramedic Eric Stamm
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