Kingston Volunteer Firefighters Trained on Hose Deployment and Equipment Management

Kingston, N.J. — October 24 — On Saturday, personnel from the Kingston Volunteer Fire Company #1 executed their routine monthly training exercise, which centered specifically on operational protocols for fires within mid-rise structures. Conducted at a local garage, the training session featured a series of exercises aimed at enhancing crew proficiency in hose line deployment and navigating multi-story structures.

During the training session, members engaged in the deployment of high-rise hose packs, executing various hose stretches and advancing supply lines. The curriculum further encompassed the utilization of fire department connections (FDCs), standpipe operations, and equipment hoisting procedures. These drills were designed to refine essential competencies in equipment management and hose deployment, specifically addressing the complexities encountered when operating within structures where access routes and optimal hose positioning present significant challenges.

Standpipe and Fire Department Connection (FDC) protocols constituted a central component of the session, wherein firefighters meticulously examined the mechanisms and apparatus essential for pressurizing interior hose lines during high-rise operations. Consistent training with these systems ensures that personnel are proficient in their specific duties and equipment handling, thereby enhancing operational readiness prior to the onset of a genuine emergency.

The department brought the training session to a close with a single-firefighter drill centered on the management of a 2.5-inch hose line, an evolution specifically designed to test individual proficiency in handling and controlling the hose. Spanning over three hours, the exercise afforded Kingston firefighters the chance to solidify critical competencies via immersive, hands-on instruction.