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PL Vulcan Fire Training Concepts offer both Classroom & Hands On Training by “Experienced Firefighters.” The instructors all have 20+ years of experience in the fire service.

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We pride ourselves on the fact we are a “senior” teaching crew. The Instructors all have 20+ years of experience in the fire service.

Take a look at our programs to decide which ones may be of interest to your Department.

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The Weekend Combination Program

Our most popular program is the “Weekend Combination Program”. PL Vulcan offers Friday night Classroom Lecture along with a Saturday Hands On Program. The Lecture runs approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The Hands On portion is 8 hours.

This program allows firefighters to get their training requirements fulfilled without being put in the “doghouse” with their significant other.

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Classroom and hands on programs for engine, truck, rescue and officer development.

Engine Company Operations

Getting "the line" properly positioned and in operation is the most effective tactic on the fireground. Our instructors cover the "Bread & Butter Operations" performed by Engine Companies. Various…

Truck Company Operations

This is a full day class. Forcible Entry in both residential and the commercial setting are addressed. Portable ladder placement is a "lost art" in today's fire service. Our instructors will teach…

Rapid Intervention Teams

Rapid Intervention is a concept that is overcomplicated by many. The mission is quite clear, locate the downed firefighter, package them and GET THEM OUT! Time is of the essence and a cache of tools…

Large Area Search

How often do we really train on "The Search Rope"? This class covers the various deployment techniques and search patterns that will enhance your rescue / search operation. Large area search is…

Auto Extrication

Whether it is an accident involving a school bus or just a car into a tree, auto extrication skills need to be fine tuned to address the many issues we can confront on the scene. This class covers…

Man vs Machinery

Machinery Entrapments occur all over the United States. Is your department capable of handling one? Whether it is a basic ring removal, a person with their arm stuck in a snow blower or a full…

Aerial Device Operations

A "properly positioned aerial device" can make the difference at a fire when it comes to extinguishment and rescue. In this program, basic placement and operation of Aerial and Tower Ladder Apparatus…

Bailout Rope Training

PL Vulcan training concepts now offers firefighter bail out training. Having a staff that’s certified to instruct the Petzl EXO end user class and is well versed in the Sterling F4, Scott EZ-Scape,…

Elevator Rescue

Elevator Incidents and Emergencies occur everyday across the country. Our class is a 2 part portion that can be conducted in 1 or 2 days (approx 4 hrs). The Classroom portion is designed to provide…

Water Rescue

More people spend a greater amount of time on and around our local waterways. Surrounding agencies are spread thin and now you want to get a boat. Whether your district has a lake or a bay, an ocean…

Today’s Fire Service: The Role of The Officer & Senior Firefighter

Today’s fire service is an ever-changing profession. Recently, many studies have been done on firefighting tactics that are producing hard to swallow changes and catchy phrases like “hitting it hard…

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21 January 2022

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Sunday, 02 November 2014

The PLV guys will be headed this coming weekend to Georgetown, MA where they will train over 60 students as part of the New England FOOLS Training Series. Mark Gregory will be lecturing at Uniondale FD as part of their lecture series.

Wednesday, 26 February 2014

Brothers who participated in the MIM Class in Spartanburg, SC had a successful ground ladder fulcrum extrication.

Thursday, 02 January 2014

Vent, Enter, Search is a technique used to gain access to a structure and perform search operations. Does VES work? Absolutely.

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