Fire-fighters bravely face unknown hazards daily; risking their lives to keep us safe. By definition, every emergency situation is serious, unexpected and dangerous. Fire-fighters must undergo rigorous and frequent training to ensure they are adequately prepared for every scenario.
SEFtec Group produces a wide range of fire-fighter training props:
Custom fire props for aviation, marine, automotive, and any other training
Real or artificial flames and smoke
Choice of fuels (Class A, Class B, Class C) including clean-burning propane
Stand-alone props or complete training structures
Integrated safety systems including data logging, alarms, and automatic safety shutdowns
Over 100 installations worldwide
The latest installation by SEFtec Group is a custom-designed BA training structure for the Irish Air Corps.
What is BA training?
BA training, or Breathing Apparatus training, teaches fire-fighters how to safely conduct rescue operations in areas where smoke or fumes make the air irrespirable (unbreathable). The training encompasses a wide range of instruction, including:
Correct wearing of the appropriate clothing and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Competent use of BA (Breathing Apparatus)
Safety of the individual fire-fighter
Safety of all fire-fighters at the scene
Analysis of the risk landscape
Command and control of emergency scenarios
Search and rescue scenarios in smoke logged environments
Crawling through confined spaces wearing full PPE
The training highlights the specific challenges faced when entering a smoke-logged building and teaches the appropriate risk-mitigation techniques. These challenges are psychological as well as physical and include:
Low visibility (low light and thick smoke)
Irrespirable air (toxic smoke and fumes)
Unknown building layout
Sensory overload
Disorientation and confusion
Structural instability (the building could be damaged)
Heat (both from flames and also from heated air and water)
Explosion risks
Who needs BA training?
As fire prevention strategies have steadily improved, the number of fires have thankfully reduced. This however poses an extra challenge for fire-fighters, who must maintain their readiness through increased training. This applies to every fire-fighter of every experience level. Constant refreshing of skills is required to ensure the safety of all fire team members when they approach unpredictable scenarios.
In order to provide effective training, the fireground must be as realistic as possible, while reducing the risks for the trainees. High fidelity training props and structures, such as those produced by SEFtec Group, enable fire-fighters to practice every skill and technique they require in a safe and controlled environment.
Who are SEFtec Group?
SEFtec Group helps the World’s leading training centres improve learning outcomes in the most cost-effective manner. From consultation and custom design, through manufacture and installation, right up to train-the-trainer programmes and assistance with gaining certification, SEFtec Group’s vast experience can save you time and money. Some of SEFtec Groups areas of expertise include:
Sea-Survival Training
HUET simulators & hoists
Pools and environmental effects
Rescue and escape training devices
Fire Training
Burn buildings
Clean-burn fire props
Search and rescue facilities
Specialist and Custom Safety Training
Aviation fire props - ARFT
Seatbelt convincers
Hoisting simulation systems
Bespoke custom designs
Complete Training Centres
Training centre consultation
Modular pool buildings and firegrounds
Train the trainer programmes
Assistance with certifications