Participants will be introduced to critical standpipe equipment, including inline pressure gauges, pressure-reducing valves (PRVs), and specialty appliances such as the floor-below nozzle. Instruction will address system components, friction loss considerations, outlet pressures, and the importance of verifying and controlling discharge pressures in high-rise and mid-rise environments. Students will develop a working knowledge of pressure diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques that are often overlooked in conventional training programs.
The program is hands-on and scenario-driven. Attendees will deploy and operate equipment under realistic conditions, reinforcing best practices for hose deployment, stairwell management, communication, and coordinated attack. This rare training opportunity will allow attendees to practice with these tools and methods, ensuring participants leave with practical, field-ready competencies.
The course is led by Battalion Chief Jason Klein, Captain Chuck Hammon, Captain Kevin Ryan, and Captain Mike Dorgan—experienced fire service instructors who bring operational insight and street-level credibility to the classroom and training ground.
This training is designed for firefighters and officers seeking to strengthen their proficiency in standpipe operations and to enhance their ability to safely and effectively manage complex vertical fireground environments.
