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A 3-Step Approach for Effective Thermal Imager Use

  • Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Watch this archived webcast below!

 

Do you know how to properly use a TIC?

Standards for the use of thermal imaging cameras (TICs) in various fireground tasks are often lacking. This presentation will provide a three-step approach to thermal imaging use—orientation, interpretation and communication.

You’ll learn:

  • Key components of effective thermal imaging
  • TIC techniques for ordinary and complex searches
  • Thermal imaging objectives for primary and secondary searches
  • Tips and tricks for setting up effective thermal imaging training

 

Speakers

  • About Jake Pelk

    Jake Pelk, Captain Central County (Calif.) Fire Department Jake Pelk has been in the fire service more than 15 years and started his career as a volunteer in Boulder Creek, Calif. He was recently promoted to captain at Central County Fire Department in San Mateo County. Jake began teaching thermal imaging classes in 1998. He co-founded and is currently the director of the “Nobody Gets Left Behind” Training Group; he also serves as a Search Team Manager for California Task Force 3 and a Tactical Medic Team Leader.

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