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Prison Responders Train with City Firefighters
14 Jun
Summary
- Inmates trained with Johnstown Fire Department for emergency response.
- Training focused on essential skills like breathing apparatus and rescue.
- Both teams expressed enthusiasm for improving professional capabilities.
The Johnstown Fire Department recently hosted a hands-on training session for the SCI-Somerset Fire Emergency Response Team at their Hornerstown facility. This collaboration aimed to prepare the prison's FERT members for potential emergencies within the state correctional institution.
Led by Johnstown Assistant Fire Chief Todd Fetchko and Capt. Anthony Henry, the training covered critical skills. Participants practiced using self-contained breathing apparatus, honing search and rescue techniques, and mastering hose handling and victim carrying. FERT members, some new to the profession, benefited from the expertise of experienced firefighters.
Fire Chief Jim McCann emphasized the value of such joint efforts, stating the department's openness to facilitating future trainings. The session underscored a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring both the FERT and the Johnstown Fire Department are better prepared for their respective duties.
