The RMESTC continues to refine and improve the facility and training services that are offered to the public and other agencies. Recently the RMESTC completed a $947,000 upgrade to the ARFF program. Along with the fires that are currently in operation, the SAFT trainer received a port side cabin fire with a flash over fire and an inside cargo fire. The SPILL trainer had a 3-D fire (flowing fuel fire) added to it and both trainers received a new computer system. In April of 2009 we took delivery of a Class-2 ARFF vehicle constructed by Rosenbauer. This ARFF vehicle is very similar to the ones used in smaller airports and it will be dedicated to the Rocky Mountain Emergency Services Training Center.
The ARFF programs have been modified so the students have more hands-on training and less time spent in the classroom. Besides our 40-hour Basic ARFF and recertification courses, we will be offering an intermediate SAFT and SPILL recertification course. This course is very intense and is done during the hours of darkness. It will provide the students very realistic training scenarios.
The RMESTC is also expanding our training programs to include a RUBBLE PILE trainer. With help from the Montana National Guard, a first-class RUBBLE PILE was constructed for the Vigilant Guard exercise. This RUBBLE PILE will provide first responders an excellent opportunity to train in confined spaces in a safe environment. Plans continue to move ahead for a structural trainer to be used by all emergency responders
The world-class driving track continues to be a valuable part of the RMESTC facilities. This 1.2-mile track, plus a six-acre skid pad, provides training not only for ARFF students, but also for all governmental and private sector agencies and businesses that need driving safety classes.
The RMESTC training can now be tailored to meet the specific needs of the users. Please contact Pete Hartman at 406-449-3473 for additional information.
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