West Springfield and Pittsfield

The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is hosting two sessions of Aerial Apparatus Positioning Training this November:

• Thursday, November 13, 2025 – West Springfield, MA

• Friday, November 14, 2025 – Pittsfield, MA

This specialized training is designed to enhance the tactical effectiveness and operational safety of fire departments utilizing aerial apparatus across Western Massachusetts.

Participants will begin with a classroom session focused on core principles of aerial operations, followed by hands-on exercises using aerial apparatus in realistic fireground scenarios. The course emphasizes a methodical, safety-driven, and policy-informed approach to apparatus placement at emergency incidents.

Key learning objectives include:

• Understanding proper aerial apparatus placement across a variety of incident types

• Conducting effective scene size-ups with an emphasis on aerial operations

• Reviewing and demonstrating the operational capabilities and limitations of aerial devices

• Applying occupancy-based tactics that prioritize life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation

This course provides valuable, practical experience for fire service personnel seeking to improve their aerial operations under real-world conditions.

The training is free. Application is required. Please complete the form below. You will be notified by email after your application has been reviewed.

UPDATE – Tuesday November 4  – Both sessions are full. You may signup for the waitlist by completing the form below.