Scenario: One-Person Drill – Solo Response to a Car Fire. Category: Vehicle Fire | ||
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Introduction | ||
This drill is designed for a single firefighter to respond to a simulated car fire, acting as the Officer in Charge (OIC), driver, and crew member all at once. The firefighter will drive the fire truck to the scene, assess the situation, pass an initial sitrep (Situation Report), deploy a hose line, start the pump, and simulate extinguishing the fire. The intent of this drill is to ensure the firefighter understands all the roles required for a car fire response and is capable of performing each of them independently. This exercise tests the ability to multi-task, maintain situational awareness, and operate efficiently under pressure. | ||
Objective(s) | ||
To train a single firefighter in handling all aspects of a car fire response, from driving and setting up to acting as the OIC and extinguishing the fire, ensuring they can confidently perform each role. | ||
Learning Objectives | ||
Drive the fire truck to the scene safely, positioning it for effective deployment, simulating the role of the driver. | ||
Dynamic Events | ||
Firecom Overloaded While providing a Sitrep, the crew leader realises that Firecom is not responding due to high radio traffic caused by multiple ongoing incidents in the area. The team must manage the situation independently, continuing firefighting operations and making tactical decisions while awaiting a response from Firecom. They should prepare to repeat their Sitrep when the channel clears and continue monitoring for any updates from command. Pump Failure During active fire suppression, the onboard pump malfunctions, causing a sudden loss of water pressure. The crew must quickly assess the issue and attempt to restart the pump or switch to a backup appliance, which delays water supply to the fire. | ||
Debrief | ||
Conduct a review at the end of the scenario. Discuss “What went well” and “What could be improved”. Be constructive and supportive – it’s not about blame, it’s about building people up and improving their skills. |

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