“This training is the best I have gone to in 20 years of fire fighting, it opens the eyes and minds of the old timer’s as well as the rookies. Driving safety is one of the most important things we need to do in fire service..”

Fire Chief Middleton, Thornapple Township EMS

“The class surpassed my expectations.. everyone can relate to and interact.. and your driving habits will change!”

Fire Chief Winnie, Fennville Area Fire Department

"Very well prepared and customized class to our department. Eye opening!"

Firefighter Belanger, Tecumseh Fire Department

I. Emergency Response Liability and Advanced Driving Strategies

This 3 hour seminar goes above and beyond any mandated driver's training by examining your organizations' Standard Operating Guidelines and Procedures, State Law and VFIS (specialized insurance coverage for emergency service organizations) recommendations.

The Michigan based training is designed to change your Public Safety Officer, Police Officer, Paramedic or Emergency Responder's attitude and modify their driving behaviors in non-emergency, emergency and pursuit operations by covering the following areas that are critical for safe, legal and efficient response:

- Organizational and Personal Liability

- Legal Privileges and Exemptions

- "Reckless Disregard" and "Due Regard"

- Defensive Driving Techniques

- Intersection Clearing Strategies

- POV's, Tankers and Seat Belts

- Braking Capabilities and Limitations

- Emergency Equipment Limitations

- Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance

 

Testimonials

"The best coverage of this subject that I have had in 28 years of the fire service."

Chaplain Roersma, Alpine Fire Department

"Very high energy presentation...More class participation than I have seen for any EVO class in years."

Assistant Chief Long, Tecumseh Fire Department

“A+, very informational and well received."

Fire Chief Lague, North Muskegon Fire Department

"Your input on our polices were extremely helpful, we will be implementing many of your suggestions... We do the driving class every year, but they do not hit home like your class."

Fire Chief Bolen, Sparta Fire Department

“... well paced, audience involved, knowledgeable, energetic, and passionate.”

Michigan EMT-P/IC CCP Henderson, Wayland Area EMS

“Excellent program for the experienced first responder and good information for the new cadets."

Fire Chief Boulter, Orangeville Fire Department

II. Tactical Accident Avoidance

This "behind the wheel" training is the next step in arming your police vehicle, apparatus, ambulance and personally owned vehicles (POV's) drivers with vehicle control techniques that have previously been available to law enforcment only. When applied the following techniques will save lives and minimize monetary and human damage and costs.

- Brake and Steer Avoidance

- Evasive Maneuver

- Off Road Recovery

- Braking Capabilities and Limitations

- Vehicle Dynamics

- Seat Belt Discipline

 

Testimonials

"Higher speeds showed dynamic handling of heavy fire apparatus."

Training Coordinator Laitila, Thornapple Township EMS

"Great training exercises. These routines were new and beneficial. All departments should consider this."

Firefighter Mulder, Caledonia FD

"This along with the classroom is very good training and should be required for all drivers."

Firefighter Looman, Cutlerville FD

"Great opportunity..enjoyed the the attention to detail and instruction. Got the group thinking and opened communication."

Firefighter Henningson, Looking Glass Regional FD

"Awesome class, great enthusiasm! It gave a real life feeling and makes you think about the changes that need to be made."

Firefighter Carr, Looking Glass Regional FD

 

III. Winter and Adverse Driving Strategies

This 2 hour seminar will reinforce defensive and AAA driving strategies and cover specific techniques for anticipating and controlling your vehicle in the following adverse conditions:

- Reduced Visibility

- Rain

- Ice

- Snow

- Hydroplaning

- Skidding

- Off Road Recovery

IV. Emergency Response Liability And Advanced Driving Strategies Refresher*

This 2 hour seminar reviews your operational procedures, guidelines, and state law to reinforce your operator’s responsibilities and liability. Table top exercises will be conducted using actual accidents, case law, and civil judgments to reinforce a safe and legal response.

*TWO THE RESCUE'S Emergency Liability and Driving Strategies is a recommended prerequisite for this course.