MARCH / Municipal Response to Aircraft Emergencies – An Introduction 

This course is a basic overview of aircraft emergencies.  The material is from the Fox Valley Technical College presentation held in February at Marshfield Fire as well as information from the FAA.  It covers the very basics of response and actions to take during an incident.  This is not meant to be an all-inclusive aircraft crash course.  In order to receive credit for the training you need to 1) review the presentation, 2) complete the short quiz, and 3) complete the training report.

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DUE DATE: April 30, 2026

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODQ3NjkwMjk1Mzcz?cjc=63fgdx5b

​​​​Instructor:  Ron Beers  

FEBRUARY / Wildland Fire Refresher with Gavin from DNR

This will be a review of wildland as a refresher prepping for grass fire season.  This will be presented by Gavin Hutchinson from the DNR, as an official refresher at Lincoln.

JANUARY / 2026 Understanding and Fighting Basement Fires​

🚨The training for JANUARY is Understanding and Fighting Basement Fires.

"Don't Get Caught in the Flow Path"

Are You Ready for the Most Dangerous House Fire?

We are launching a new online training: Modern Tactics for Basement Fires. Based on the latest research from the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), this course updates our tactics with hard facts.

 

The Facts

• 71% of firefighter deaths at house fires happen on scene.

• Basement fires turn stairs into high-speed chimneys (up to 20 mph).

• You cannot outrun the heat—but you can prevent it.

 

What You Will Learn

• Avoid "Death's Door": Why standing at the top of the stairs is deadly.

• Soften the Target: How to cool the fire from outside first (without hurting victims).

• The 360 Size-Up: Find the safest way in (walk-out doors vs. windows).

• No Door? No Problem: How to use nozzles through the floor.

• Flow and Move: The safe way to go down stairs if you have to.

 

Who Needs This?

• All interior firefighters.

• Officers and Commanders.

 

Course Details

Format: Online (Self-Paced or narrated)

Time: ~30 - 40 Minutes

Goal: Know the latest modern tactics to handling these fires.​

Train smart. Stay safe.

In addition, there is a 15-question quiz will check how well you know and understand fighting basement fires in today's world.  In order to receive credit you must get 10/15 questions correct.  There is no time limit.  Once finished, complete the training report.

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This training is going to be completed at the monthly meeting however, if you are not at the meeting or planning on attending the meeting it is also on Google Classroom.  ​​​The expectation is everyone participates in the training and takes the training seriously. Training is an extremely critical part of what we do and it is everyone's responsibility to understand that and attend/participate.

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DUE DATE: January 31, 2026

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODI0MjAyNjc1OTU2?cjc=lzy7cpey

JANUARY (ONLINE) / 2026 Mandatory Annual Required Training ​          ONLINE TRAINING

The training for JANUARY is the four required annual training topics - HIPAA, HazCom, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Harassment.  These four topics are mandated by state and federal requirements.   Since there have been no significant changes in 2025, this year's presentation is a brief review of the four topics.  In addition, there is a 10-question quiz and a training report.  

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This training will be completed on Google Classroom and is due by the end of January.  ​This session is required of all members.  ​​The expectation is everyone participates in the training and takes the training seriously. Training is an extremely critical part of what we do and it is everyone's responsibility to understand that and attend/participate.

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DUE DATE: February 28, 2026

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODIxNjc5MjkwNzEy?cjc=fovmiwum

JANUARY / EMR Training - Medications and Medical Scenarios

Online Class (Google Classroom): This session is designed to provide a refresher to all of the LFRD EMRs on the various medications allowed to be used by LFRD EMRs.  In addition, EMS Director Beers will do a review of medications at the January meeting followed by medical scenarios for all EMRs.  

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We are planning on trying to add this training quarterly for all of the EMRs to help stay proficient in their skills.  The information in these courses will be used throughout the year in different scenario-based training sessions as well as fire ground training.  

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This session is designed for all EMRs in the department (although anyone can take the class).  In order to receive full credit for participating in the training members will be required to complete presentation, the quiz, and the training report.

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DUE DATE: February 28, 2026

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODI0MDI2NTMxOTA4?cjc=uumrcvop

DECEMBER / Chimney Fire Response and Mitigation Review​

The fire training for DECEMBER is "Chimney Fire Response and Mitigation Review."  This month's training session will focus on types of chimneys, response and mitigation procedures, a review of the department policy, and a short review quiz. Members will participate in a classroom lecture/review of Chimney Fires.  

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​This session is designed for all members.  ​​The expectation is everyone participates in the training and takes the training seriously. Training is an extremely critical part of what we do and it is everyone's responsibility to understand that and attend/participate.

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DUE DATE: December 31, 2025

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODIxMzIwNDIzMTI5?cjc=su2vnsed

DECEMBER / EMR Training - Treatment of Smoke Inhalation Victims​

This session is designed to provide a refresher to all of the LFRD EMRs on the treatment of victims experiencing the signs and symptoms of smoke inhalation.  This includes an overview of signs and symptoms, treatment, and medication & protocol.  

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We are planning on trying to add this training quarterly for all of the EMRs to help stay proficient in their skills.  The information in these courses will be used throughout the year in different scenario-based training sessions as well as fire ground training.  

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This session is designed for all EMRs in the department (although anyone can take the class).  

 

DUE DATE: December 31, 2025

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODM1NDE0MTc4MDE4?cjc=fx5onbbd

DECEMBER / EMR Training - Treatment of Carbon Monoxide Victims​​

Online Class (Google Classroom): This session is designed to provide a refresher to all of the LFRD EMRs on the treatment of victims experiencing the signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure/poisoning.  This includes an overview of signs and symptoms, treatment, and medication & protocol.  

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We are planning on trying to add this training quarterly for all of the EMRs to help stay proficient in their skills.  The information in these courses will be used throughout the year in different scenario-based training sessions as well as fire ground training.  

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This session is designed for all EMRs in the department (although anyone can take the class).  In order to receive full credit for participating in the training members will be required to complete presentation, the quiz, and the training report.

 

DUE DATE: December 31, 2025

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODIwMjI4NDY3ODIx?cjc=63pw4qas​

Updated EMR Protocol Review​

The EMR protocols from Marshfield Medical Center have been finalized and approved by the state.  Please take some time to review them as they are in full-effect now.   The new protocols are listed below along with a presentation from Haley Brace, MMC EMS Coordinator.  

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Updated Protocols                                  Protocol Review