35' Ladder Throws

These videos are 35' ladder throws performed by multiple firefighters at Station 8 .  There is a 2 person 35' throw,  a 1 person 35' throw using the wall,  and  a 1 person 35' throw free standing.  There is some technique to completing these throws so watch the videos a couple of times.

•  The 2 person throw is a staple in the FD and can be completed quickly with or without a wall to stabilize.  Watch the foot placement of the firefighters creating stability for the ladders, it is important.  Look at how the ladder is straight up in the air, the butts have four feet so use them.  Let me know what you think.

• The 1 firefighter using the wall is for say a commercial occupancy or apartment with no eaves.  It is important to use the wall for stability.  Again check foot placement.  This is an easy throw if you take your time.  Watch your step when you bring it down.

• The last video is the freestanding 35 foot raise.  We are doing it on slick concrete to show you worst case scenario. If the apartment has grass throw it there.  The rope we are using is attached to the airpacks we carry.  I used this rope because it will be with you all the time. It would not be practical to go all the way back to the unit to get rope.  It is also easy to step on and more than adequate for the job.  This throw was completed by everyone at 8's and the single firefighter using the wall was completed by stations 8, 23, and 30.  Give them a shot let me know, it may save a life some day. 

Please send your videos to me with a message of what your trying to accomplish.  I will post all training.  If you know a quick tip for plumbing, send it...high rise ops, send it.

 2 FF 35' against a wall
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1 FF 35' against a wall
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 1 FF 35' freestanding

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