On Monday, November 9th, members participated in our regularly scheduled biweekly drill, focusing on two important areas of firefighter training: Forcible Entry and Hose Line Management. The drill was led by Lieutenant Willis.

The first station focused on our forcible entry prop, which allows members to practice techniques for gaining access through secured doors, including both inward- and outward-swinging doors. Members reviewed how to identify the direction a door swings, locate locking mechanisms, select the appropriate entry technique, and safely make entry once the door has been forced.

The second station focused on hose line management. Members practiced advancing a charged handline around obstacles, using a fire apparatus as the obstacle in this scenario. Crews worked together to maneuver the hose, manage kinks and friction points, and advance the line toward the simulated fire location.

Both evolutions reinforced the importance of proper technique, communication, and teamwork. These are skills firefighters rely on at every incident, and continued hands-on training helps ensure our members are prepared when called upon.