FFPG Drills: Firefighter Removal "Hole Through The Floor"
Also known to FFPG as the "John Nance Drill"
FFPG conducted this drill to demonstrate one way of removing an unconscious firefighter from a basement. This drill was complete in 3 minutes, 33 seconds. Here is the drill uninterrupted and shot from multiple camera angles. In the future we will conduct this drill again in a more realistic scenario with a smoke condition. The purpose of this drill was mainly to feature this rope technique.
Note: This procedure is used as a last resort. If stairways are compromised, if there is no additional access to a basement, and if portable ladders through the hole are not feasible, then this can be a go to move. It's also important for FFPG to mention that the fire conditions will dictate if this procedure is possible. Positioning a hand line is paramount to providing protection to both the down member and firefighters tasked with his removal. Your department and or company must train on this procedure extensively in a controlled environment prior to utilizing it at a true Mayday!
This procedure is an advanced skill and should only be performed by experienced and properly trained firefighters.
This is also dedicated to John Nance! Please read the full story of his LODD when you can "The Murder of John Nance".
As always stay safe -FFPG
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