‘We rehearsed this’: Chief Eric Morgenthaler talks mayday command

In the nanosecond after hearing the mayday, Castle Rock (Colorado) Battalion Chief Eric Morgenthaler went from “Is this really happening?” to “I know what I need to do.” His crew had trained repeatedly on scenarios just like this — a firefighter through the floor. Morgenthaler shares a play by play of the mayday as well as his command mindset throughout the event. Additionally, Castle Rock Fire & Rescue has developed an after-action review and video so others can learn lessons and best practices from the incident.

Watch: Firefighter Mayday – After Action Review video

Download:

• 1907 Tee Lane Mayday AAR

• Fire Command Ready: Building Bench Strength

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