| Derby FD – RIT Operations Night
This week Signal 73 had the opportunity to work with members of Derby FD for an evening focused on Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) operations and firefighter rescue skills.
The night began with a review and hands-on use of the RIT pack, discussing deployment considerations and air management for downed firefighter emergencies. Members then moved into packaging and movement techniques utilizing the FAST Board, focusing on securing and efficiently moving a downed firefighter through realistic environments.
Training scenarios progressed into victim movement and removal up stairwells, emphasizing communication, teamwork, and efficient movement under difficult conditions. Members also worked through high-point operations and techniques designed to overcome obstacles commonly encountered during firefighter rescue situations.
RIT is much more than standing by with equipment — it requires constant training, repetition, and understanding how to efficiently solve problems under stress. Great work by all members who came out and put in the work throughout the evening.
If your department is interested in Rapid Intervention Team training ranging from basic through advanced firefighter rescue operations, contact Josh to get the process started. |
