During live fire training, firefighters learn how to safely and effectively fight fires in controlled settings under supervision. These drills help prepare firefighters to think clearly and act calmly under stressful situations where lives are at stake. These training scenarios take place in burn buildings and are carefully monitored by Live Fire Training Instructor’s (LFTI’s). At the completion of these drills, firefighters receive an evaluation of their performance during the exercise. A high

Department-wide, Forcible Entry Training. This week, crews sharpened their skills with hands-on forcible door entry training - an essential technique for gaining access during emergencies. Training like this ensures were always ready to respond quickly and effectively when every second counts. #CyFairFd #ForcibleEntry #FireTraining | Cy-Fair Fire Department

Thank you Bergen County Fire Academy for working with us today. | Fair Lawn Fire Company #4

Most people train for the academy the wrong way. They lift random weights, run a little, and hope for the best. These four exercises build the exact strength and conditioning you need for the fire academy: Stairs – This builds your legs and lungs for ladders, hose stretches, and search work. If you can’t climb under stress, you won’t last long. Weighted runs – This teaches your body how to move with gear on. The academy will test your speed and your grit. This gets you ready for both. Burpees –