Students in the Red River High School Firefighter I Program recently took part in an intensive day of hands-on firefighter training that focused on real-world emergency response skills and teamwork. The training provided students with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in realistic emergency scenarios designed to prepare them for careers in the fire service.

Throughout the day, students rotated through several practical skill stations including live burn operations, search and rescue techniques, roof ventilation, and pump operations. These evolutions allowed students to experience the physical and mental demands firefighters face while operating in emergency situations.

One of the highlights of the training was the live burn exercise, where students practiced fire attack procedures, communication, accountability, and scene safety in a controlled environment under instructor supervision. During the search and rescue portion, students worked through simulated low-visibility conditions to locate and remove victims while emphasizing teamwork and situational awareness.

Students also demonstrated roof ventilation techniques, learning the importance of coordinated ventilation in fire suppression operations, while the pump operations station focused on water supply management, hose pressures, and engine operations.

The RRHS Firefighter I Program continues to provide students with valuable opportunities to develop leadership, discipline, confidence, and technical firefighting skills through realistic training experiences.

A special thank you goes to Bienville Parish Fire District 6 for allowing RRHS Firefighter I students to utilize their training facility to facilitate these mock situational skills. Their continued support and partnership play a vital role in helping prepare the next generation of firefighters and emergency responders.

Shared by Red River High School