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HEAT 2012 Course Fees and Descriptions
The HEAT Conference is set up in 6 sessions over the course of 3 days. Every day has a morning session running from 0830 to 1230, will break for lunch and then finishes with an afternoon session running from 1315 to 1715.
Each of those sessions offer between six and eight courses covering topics in Fire, EMS and Leadership taught by some of the best instructors in the Fire/EMS industry! |
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| HEAT 2012 Course Fees | |
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| Half Day Pass - $50 | Choose as many courses as you like in any ONE session! |
| Full Day Pass - $100 | Choose as many courses as you like in any TWO sessions! You have the option of choosing both sessions in one day, or split it up and choose one session from any two days. |
| Three Day Pass - $150 | ALL ACCESS PASS! Choose as many courses as you like in all three days. Definitely the most economical choice- you have access to 45 courses for one low price!!! |
LIVE FIRE COURSES: Participants of live fire training must be able to produce proof of current Firefighter II Certification which was issued by the Florida - Division of State Fire Marshall’s Office. On-duty personnel need only be registered in the FCDICE system as having met “FIREFIGHTER II COMPLIANCE. |
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Registration Instructions |
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To register for courses, click on link below, fill out and submit your registration form, and then choose your method of payment to complete the process.
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HEAT 2012 Course Descriptions |
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| Pure Practice: 12-Lead ECG – Instructor D. Altman, RN EMT-P - (Wed Feb 8, 1515-1715) Instructor-led, scenario-based practice session. This is an opportunity for hands-on practice with real ECGs with the actual patient scenarios. Participants will be guided by the instructor and work in groups. We will cover ECG interpretation at basic and intermediate levels. Discussions will be guided by the needs and proficiency level of the group. Patient management and decision making will be included. This class is suitable for anyone with a basic to intermediate understanding of 12-Lead and monitor strip ECG interpretation, and is more like “real life” than a traditional lecture-based class. |
Advanced Airway Management: A Skills Approach – Instructor Lombardo - (This class is CLOSED) Approximately 30% of all trauma deaths are related to the inability to control the airway. Prevention of hypoxia requires both maintaining the airway and providing adequate tidal volumes. This skills intensive program will review both basic and advanced methods for securing the airway and maintaining adequate ventilations. This program is designed for those familiar with standard procedures and will progress to more complex situations such as trauma, unique anatomy, cricothyrotomy, and pharmacological assisted tubes. A hands on review of many airway devices makes this program both exciting and educational. |
AHA ACLS Instructor Course – Instructor A. Howe - (Thurs Feb 9, 0830-1230)
The American Heart Association ACLS Instructor Course is designed to prepare individuals to become instructors in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Participants will develop proficiency in teaching, organizing and conducting a provider course. Currently accepted principles of adult learning, the use of interactive teaching strategies, and the ability to sequence instruction and evaluate progress are essential parts of the course. Upon successful completion of the course and the succeeding student teaching requirements, instructor candidates will obtain an American Heart Association ACLS Instructor card. (All instructor cards will be issued by the training center after the candidate has successfully been monitored teaching a course). All participants must have an ACLS provider card. |
Bombs Burns and Blasts – Instructor R. Borrego MD - (Thur Feb 9, 1045-1215) A look at the effects that exploding devices have on the human body. |
| Reinventing the Fire Service: Developing a Municipal Value Proposition - Instructor D. Searcy - (Tue Feb 7, 0830-1230) The course is designed for officers, executives, and rising executives in the fires service. This class will introduce the concepts of public administration and the strategies for marketing the Fire Service to internal and external stakeholders. The course focuses on: 1. Municipal Budgeting 2. Developing organizational Mission Statements 3. Internal and External Communication 4. Brand Management 5. Planning |
Intro to HazMat Analysis and Risk Assessment – Instructor Wolfe - (This Class is CLOSED) This presentation starts with the review of the four primary risks associated with hazardous materials that should be evaluated during an initial and ongoing incident analysis. Then, based upon an established detection and analysis strategy, the attendee will understand the indicators of IDLH conditions and other incident risks resulting from hazardous materials. |
Chemical Suicides: A Unified Response– Instructor Wolfe - (Tue Feb 7, 0830-1015) |
Squad & Truck Company Ops – Instructor Acosta - (Wed Feb 8, 1315-1500) (Thur Feb 9, 1315-1500) In the modern day fire service with depleted staffing levels, who performs your basic yet essential fire ground Truck // Squad Co. functions? Most departments around the country are seriously understaffed; consequently, they cannot implement some of the personnel-intensive tactics big city departments use. It seems that we have adapted as firefighters to always do “more with less”. This program will examine staffing level priorities and tasks that cannot be neglected on the fire ground. Let’s review how to conduct size-up before committing limited resources. We will cover forcible entry, hurricane resistant glass, window bars, VES, and many “vital” fire ground functions. We hope that this program will serve as a vivid reminder that the medic rig, tower ladder, or Squad Company in your fire department plays an important role in determining the outcome of lives that must be saved. |
Conflict Resolution– Instructor D. Searcy - (Tue Feb 7, 1315-1715) |
Cric! A review and hands on skills lab – Instructor S. Fix- (Wed Feb 8, 1045-1215) This program will review the applications, indications, and complications of various cricothyrotomy techniques using slides, lecture, and actual photos of the procedure. Following the review, participants will practice the skill using various devices on manikins and animal tracheas. A true learning experience – “Adults learn by doing”. |
| EMSC Peds/Neonatal – Instructor Bacon - (Tue Feb 7, 0830-1230) (Tue Feb 7, 1315-1715) Breath sounds are breath sounds, bowel sounds are bowel sounds – but what is there about the pediatric/neonatal patient that is different enough to affect our assessment and care? Take a look at the differences between us and the little people – physiology and anatomy that may affect your stabilization and could prove to be life saving. Includes “the first four minutes” review of immediate care of the newborn, as well as a review of intubation/ventilation skills, emergent access including IO and umbilical venous lines, and basic pediatric resuscitation. Sponsored by Florida EMS for Children. |
EZIO– Instructor E. Usher - (Wed Feb 8, 0845-1030) Review all the updated education on the EZ-IO and Intraosseous access in general. |
| Fire Behavior – Instructor Meskeil - (This class is CLOSED) Students will begin by reviewing the basics of fire behavior. Then through the use of case studies and video, will discuss rapid fire progress, how we can identify it, and how we can avoid it. After the lecture, each person will participate in a live fire exercise to demonstrate everything that was discussed in the lecture. With the assistance of Thermal Imaging Cameras, we will watch a fire from its ignition phase all the way through to the fully developed phase, and everything that happens in between. *Bunker Gear and SCBA Required |
Firefighter Stress Signals – Instructor C. Cunningham - (This class is CLOSED) This training is for emergency service personnel to help understand what can bring on stress, how to recognize stress, what resources and tools are available to appropriately handle stress, and identify who is the CISM team of Palm Beach County. This is not a therapy class. |
| Forcible Entry: The Basics of the Axe & Halligan – Instructor D. Watson - (This class is CLOSED) A “back to basics” refresher for the seasoned veteran and rookie. 4 hours of hands-on forcible entry training with the tools we leave the truck with- the Axe and Halligan. Using the “Multi Force Forcible Entry Door System” (by Firehouse Innovations Corp), students will learn the proven tricks of the trade that have been passed down from FDNY veterans. This class focuses on the skills required to confidently force left or right handed, inward or outward opening, metal or wood jamb doors. Also included are: The steps to door size-up, the gapping method, the “baseball swing” technique, conventional two firefighter forcible entry, “HydraRam” or “Rabbit Tools”, and more. Upon completion of this class, students exhibit confidence and professionalism when faced with residential, commercial, industrial, and multiple residential highrise buildings in a “real world” application. *Bunker Gear & Eye Protection Required |
"Gauges" It's not rocket science, it's Fire Science! – Instructor D. Watson - (Wed Feb 8, 0900-1200) Journey to the “technological” side and look at firefighting through the eyes of science! Students will participate in interactive, hands-on demonstrations and will: witness the expansion of steel when heated, determine the strongest way to butt a ladder, learn to maximize torque using a halligan, learn the benefits of wetting agents/foam, and so much more! Why does smoke sometimes “push” out of a window with velocity, yet other times it appears lazy? Is the metal on your chair really colder than the seat cushion? What nozzle has more “punch” and penetration- smooth bore or fog? The answers may surprise you. Students will leave the class with an increased appreciation and better insight for the everyday, routine tasks of firefighting. |
| "Here we are, now where are we going and how do we get there?" – Instructor W. Bingham - (Thur Feb 9, 1045-1215) The expectations and rules have changed. Effective survival and sustainability solutions are obviously necessary, but need to be prefaced by an understanding of the issues that got us to this point, followed by a willingness to adapt to this changing environment. In some cases, we have been our own worst enemy, with limited control over others. Our desire to cling to our “because we’ve always done it that way” attitude is simply not an option. This program addresses post-recession topics, as well as some fundamental fire service issues that were not adequately addressed pre-recession that exacerbated the issues we are struggling with today. Painting a picture of what the fire service will be like in ten or twenty years from now serves not as a template for progress, but a call to action. Some of the options will be uncomfortable and may seem radical, but they represent the need to get out of our comfort zone; to recognize demographic changes and how these will change our jobs; to foster relationships both within and outside the organization; and to better prepare ourselves to answer the tough questions from citizens, managers, and elected officials. |
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| High Rise Operations - LECTURE– Instructor M. McGarry - (Wed Feb 8, 0830-1230) This classroom lecture course covers high rise operations, PRVs, PRDs, standpipe operation, fire protection systems, fire pumps, FDCs, NFPA 13, 14 & 20, high rise SOGs, developing high rise packs for your department and more. |
High Rise Operations - PRACTICAL– Instructor M. McGarry - (Wed Feb 8, 1315-1715) In this hands-on course the students will review various types of high rise buildings, codes and construction. Students will examine the use of PRVs, PRDs elevator operation, standpipe operation, fire pumps, FDCs. The effects of Impact Resistant Drywall and windows will also be covered in the class. Class includes practical application of firefighting in high rise structures. *Bunker Gear Required |
| Hose Management – Instructor Forschner - (Tue Feb 7, 0830-1230) (Wed Feb 8, 0830-1230) Hose management allows the firefighter to recognize and correct common problems encountered while stretching into a structure. This fast paced class allows the fire fighter to gain skills in handling a 2 1/2", making the stairs, making a push, and protecting the environment. Utilizing a four position movement firefighters will be less stressed during initial operations allowing the focus to be placed on situational awareness. *Bunker Gear Required |
Hx of EMS & EMS Evolution – Instructor Dr. McFarland - (This class is CLOSED) This classroom lecture course covers the history of Emergency Medical Services from the beginning, through its evolution over the years and up to todays methods, means and medications! |
| Killer Bees! Hands on Training for Firefighter Response to African Honey Bee Attacks – Instructor R. Altman - (Tue Feb 7, 1030-1230) (Tue Feb 7, 1515-1715) (Thur Feb 9 1515-1715) - 1.5 CEUs good toward Instructor I, II and III This course is designed to introduce the participant to strategies and tactics used to rescue a victim who is being attacked by flying stinging insects including African Honey Bees (AHB). The course is delivered using a combination of lecture based and hands-on training. Lecture content includes tactics recommended by experts from the University of Florida’s Entomology and & Nemotology department. During the live training component, Instructors introduce participants to specialized PPE required for safe operation in the presence of flying stinging insects. Participants will play a part in foam application using a simulated attack scenario. They will practice the safe removal of bees using training aids. A live bee experience under the guidance of a recognized bee keeper will be offered. *Live bee training is subject to availability of a hive and a bee keeper. Participation in live bee training is not required for completion of the course. *Bunker Gear and Eye Protection Required. |
New Car Technology - Instructor D. Markle - (Thur Feb 9, 1315-1715) New car technology and their vehicle extrication challenges. |
| Patient Refusals & Non-Transports – Instructor K. Scheppke, MD FAAEM - (Thur Feb 9, 1315-1445) In the highly litigious environment we practice, patient refusals and non-transports represent a major source of both personal and professional liability for the pre-hospital healthcare provider. In this course we will discuss the risks of allowing patients to refuse care, who is not competent to refuse care and when patient care needs may trump patient rights to refuse. Applicable Florida State Statutes will be discussed along with several real life case scenarios to give the participant a better understanding of how to provide safe care and avoid personal and professional liability. |
Pre Hospital Case Studies – Instructor C. Kushnir, D.O. - (Thur Feb 9, 0845-1030) An insighful look at pre hospital case studies brought to you by one of Palm Beach County's Emergency Department Medical Directors. |
| Preventing Sexual Harrassment – Instructor L. Sunderman - (This class is CLOSED) This course will identify the components of sexual harassment versus a hostile environment in the workplace, along with the do’s and don’ts of reporting and investigating sexual harassment. Included in this presentation will be recommendations of how to increase employee awareness, modify behavior and set guidelines to prevent sexual harassment . |
Rapid Intervention Reality Roundtable Discussion – Instructor B. Schmidt - (This class is CLOSED) The sound of "Mayday, Mayday" heard over the radio will bring a sense of uneasiness and urgency to everyone on the fire ground. One of our own is in trouble. Is your fire department ready to manage an incident where firefighters transmit a Mayday? Where does your fire department stand with rapid intervention team (RIT) operations? Many changes have taken place since RIT was first introduced, but how has your fire department RIT operation changed? Do you have RIT policies and procedures that are accepted and used? Do you provide realistic training for firefighter assist and survival? Do you have adequate staffing and resources, and relationships with other response agencies that will assist you with your RIT operations? Is your command staff ready to manage the risk and make the decisions to successfully control a Mayday incident? District Chief Billy Schmidt (PBCFR) will host a roundtable chat on rapid intervention realities across Palm Beach County. Members of the Rapid Intervention Group will discuss RIT policies and procedures, practices, staffing and resources, and command and control. The Group will share its mission and intent to help fire departments in Palm Beach County raise the awareness of prevention, heighten the state of readiness, and strengthen the level of rapid intervention response. Come and listen as they discuss their research into the following:
The Rapid Intervention Group includes members from most Palm Beach County Fire Departments and is working to develop a fully comprehensive rapid intervention program through a collaborative partnership and a solution-centered approach that focuses on “fire-ground firefighter safety” as the highest priority. |
| Thoracic and Abdominal Trauma – Instructor M. Keeler - (Wed Feb 8, 1315-1500) The thoracic/abdominal trauma patient can test the knowledge of even the most experienced paramedics. This 2 hour review will try to alleviate some hesitations that paramedics might have when encountering a pre-hospital thoracic/abdominal trauma patient. Topics will include, but are not limited to; pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of specific thoracic and abdominal injuries, as well as how changes in current pre-hospital trauma trends might affect current treatment modalities. |
Vehicle Extrication – Instructor K. Weiss - (Tue Feb 7, 1030-1230) (Tue Feb 7, 1515-1715) (Thur Feb 9, 1030-1230) (Thur Feb 9, 1515-1715) This is a two hour block on scene safety, vehicle anatomy, and bacis procedures used to remove a victim from entanglement. The student will learn tool handling techniques, cut and spread points, and patient packaging procedures. *Bunker Gear and Eye Protection Required. |
| La Diva Yacht Fire, A Case Study - Lessons Learned – Instructor K. Lewis - (Tue Feb 7, 0900-1200) (Tue Feb 7, 1330-1630) This course of instruction is a case study and lessons learned from the Yacht La Diva vessel fire at the Rybovich Marina in West Palm Beach, Florida on June 27, 2010. There were 10 agencies representing 135 personnel that responded to this emergency incident. On the initial entry onto the vessel, 2 firefighters were caught in a flashover. Over 15 hours later, the situation was mitigated. This event changed the way West Palm Beach Fire Rescue operates on this type of emergency call. |
WDF - Wind Driven Fires- NOT your bread and butter operation! - LECTURE – Instructor J. Ceriello - (Tue Feb 7, 0830-1015) The instructor will take the attendee through the history, research and implementation of the FDNY's wind driven fires project. Case studies of fires that led to the investigation, and how to manage these fires with understanding of the fire dynamics to the new tools available to the fire service. |
| WDF - Live Wind Driven Fire PRACTICAL – Control of Wind Driven Fire in the Structural Setting – Instructor R. Altman, BBFRD Training Chief - (Wed Feb 8, 0830-1230) (Wed Feb 8, 1315-1715) - 3.5 CEUs good toward Instructor I, II, III, and Fire Safety Inspector I and Special Fire Safety Inspector This course is designed to introduce the participant to strategies and tactics used to combat Wind Driven Fire (WDF). The course is delivered using a combination of lecture based and hands-on training. Lecture content includes tactics utilized by FDNY and validated through a study performed on Governors Island , NY which was published by NIST in 2008. During the live fire component, Instructors are introduced to a Live Wind Driven Fire that is designed to safely allow the participant to experience the affect that a 5-10mph wind can have on a structure fire. An additional hands-on component includes experience with the tools of the trade similar to those utilized during the research conducted on Governors Island. See complete course outline attached as a separate doc. *Bunker Gear and SCBA Required. |
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