Region Fire Conference
Some of the region's best fire instructors & speakers are coming together for a dynamic weekend of training at the MAAC!
October 7-8, 2023
Sign-in begins both days at 7:00am, classes begin at 8:00am, end at 5:00pm. Provided lunch is from 12:00-1pm
Space is limited! Register today!
Classes Offered:
Basic Rescue Technician Skill Drills
Instructor: William Sonnetag, Training Chief, Michigan City Fire Department
George Humphrey, Firefighter, Gary Fire Department
Fabian Martinez, Retired Battalion Chief, Hobart Fire Department
Description: The two-day course will begin with a review of basic skills from knots and anchors to systems. Equipment familiarization from the RPM to MPD and beyond. Skill drills to include but not limited to Fixed rope systems, Lowers and Mechanical Advantages, Stranded and suspended victim Pick-offs and High angle litter attending.
PPE Requirements: Hardhat, Gloves, Safety Glasses, Long sleeve shirts and Long pants. Class 3 rescue harness preferred but not requiredClass limit: 16
16 Hour Class
Truck Without A Truck
Instructors: Nick Cavaligos, Retired Captain on Truck 50, Chicago Fire Department
Rob Grady, Training Chief, Gary Fire Department
Ron Smith, Captain on Squad 4, Gary Fire Department
Description: Two-Day Course, Fireground Tactics and Tips for Engine Companies Tasked with Truck Company Duties
PPE Requirements: Full PPE and SCBA, and one spare bottle
Class limit: 16
16 Hour Class
The Working Engine
Instructor: Nicholas Kieta, Firefighter, South Bend Fire Department
Andrew Semethy, Crown Point Fire Department
Brian William, South Bend Fire
Description: The Two Day Course, The Working Engine is a true 16 hours of Hands-on Training focused on maximizing an engine company's efficiency on the fireground regardless of staffing. By utilizing a mix of classic and modern engine techniques instructors will provide a systematic approach to aggressively accomplish the three most critical tasks on the fire ground, Extinguishment, Search and Ventilation. Topics covered include, fire dynamics, nozzle/hose selection, considerations for an aggressive attack line, victim search and removal. Sunday will be performed in the IDLH atmosphere with full PPE and SCBA. All efforts have been made to allow students the most hands-on time possible!
PPE Requirements: Full PPE and SCBA, and one spare bottle
Class limit: 16
16 Hour Class
Saving Our Own (Saturday Class)
Instructor: Chris Crail, Battalion Chief, Portage Fire Department
Andy Himan, Jr., Captain, Portage Fire Department
Description: A practical approach to RIT, will focus on the working member on the fireground. Each fireground is different and unique with the constant, being the working firefighter that has the responsibility of being called upon to mitigate the problems that we are presented with while working the fire scene. The course will focus on the firefighter’s knowledge and ability to work in an SCBA, the knowledge of the SCBA itself and conducting a RIT operation. This course will be the labor intensive while rotating through the four stations.
PPE Requirements: Full PPE and SCBA, and one spare bottleClass limit: 24
Saving Our Own (Sunday Class)
Instructor: Chris Crail, Battalion Chief, Portage Fire Department
Andy Himan, Jr., Captain, Portage Fire Department
Description: A practical approach to RIT, will focus on the working member on the fireground. Each fireground is different and unique with the constant, being the working firefighter that has the responsibility of being called upon to mitigate the problems that we are presented with while working the fire scene. The course will focus on the firefighter’s knowledge and ability to work in an SCBA, the knowledge of the SCBA itself and conducting a RIT operation. This course will be the labor intensive while rotating through the four stations.
PPE Requirements: Full PPE and SCBA, and one spare bottleClass limit: 24
Sponsorship Opportunities
This is your opportunity to support the Region's bravest!
This intense, fast moving, hands-on, fire conference will take our firefighters to the next level of training than what they are used to! The classes will prepare them for extraordinary situations that may come up as they rush to the scene to save property and LIVES.
We have brought together some of the area's best fire instructors to teach advanced, high pressure skills that will hopefully never have to be used. However, if the situation does call for it, they will be ready!
Sponsor Levels
$1,000
- With this level gift you or your company will receive premier level recognition on all signage.
- Your Logo/ Branding on social media and web pages.
- Recognition at the opening session and Meet and Greet.
- Featured in event press release
- Full facility Tour and demonstrations
- Vendor Booth From 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P. M. Both Saturday and Sunday
$500
- With this level gift you or your company will receive premier level recognition on all signage.
- our Logo/ Branding on social media and web pages.
- Recognition at the opening session and Meet and Greet.
- Vendor Booth From 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P. M. Both Saturday and Sunday
$250
- With this level gift you or your company will receive premier level recognition on all signage.
- Your Logo/ Branding on social media and web pages.
$100
- Your Logo/ Branding on social media and web pages.
To make an online donation visit: https://bit.ly/RegionFireConference
