2026
Training Schedule

JANUARY / 2026 Understanding and Fighting Basement Fires

​​🚨The training for JANUARY is Understanding and Fighting Basement Fires. Based on the latest research from the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), this course updates our tactics with hard facts.

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.

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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 / Annual Mandatory Training Topics (Harassment, Right to Know, Bloodborne/Airborne Pathogens, HIPAA Review) - 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: January 31, 2026

TRAINING LINK - GOOGLE CLASSROOM:

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

JANUARY / EMR:  Medication Review

The purpose of this training is to ensure all Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) serving the Town of Lincoln are proficient in the administration and protocols of our authorized medications.
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As EMRs, your adherence to these protocols is critical for patient safety and legal protection. While these guidelines provide our standard of care, it is important to remember that any deviation from these protocols or complex questions regarding patient management requires immediate contact with an on-line medical control physician at Marshfield Medical Center.
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This session will focus on the specific indications, contraindications, dosages, and administration procedures for the following medications in our scope:
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• Respiratory Support: Albuterol (Nebulizer) and Oxygen.

• Cardiac Emergencies: Aspirin.

• Allergic Reactions: Epinephrine (Auto-injector and Draw-up).

• Diabetic Emergencies: Oral Glucose Gel.

• Narcotic Overdose: Naloxone (Narcan).

Our goal is to ensure that every responder is prepared to deliver these interventions confidently, accurately, and in full compliance with the MMC regional trauma center standards. This session will be followed up with scenario-based training focusing on administration of medication in a training environment.
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Equipment Needed:  MMC EMR Protocols, EMS jump bag and medications (for skills-based practice). 
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Instructor:  EMS Service Director Beers
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MAKE-UP TRAINING LINK on GOOGLE CLASSROOM -https://classroom.google.com/c/ODI0MDI2NTMxOTA4?cjc=uumrcvop

FEBRUARY / Wildland Fire Refresher 2026

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.

When:  Thursday, February 5, 2026, starting at 6:30 pm
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Equipment Needed:  None 
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Instructor:  Gavin Hutchinson

FEBRUARY / EMR:  Medical Scenarios/Medication Skills

This session is a follow-up to the medication review that was held in January.  EMRs will work in teams of two to assess, manage, and treat a patient experiencing a medical emergency.  The goal of the session is to practice patient care including administration (simulated) of the scenario-specific medication.  Each scenario will use three personnel - 2 EMRs and 1 patient.
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Equipment Needed:  Scenarios, jump bag  
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Instructor:  EMS Service Director Beers

FEBRUARY / SPECIAL TRAINING: Introduction to Response of Aircraft Accidents (2/23, 2/24, or 2/25 - see details below)

This course, hosted by Marshfield Fire & Rescue Department In partnership with Fox Valley Technical College – ATW ARFF Training Center, provides an introduction to fire department response to aircraft accidents and is designed for fire service personnel seeking a foundational understanding of aviation-related incidents.

Topics covered Include:

• Aircraft familiarization

• Aircraft hazards

• Fire department response considerations

• Strategies and tactics for aircraft incidents

Location: Marshfield Fire & Rescue Department, 514 East 4th Street

Dates & Times

• Monday, February 23 1700–2100

• Tuesday, February 24 1300–1700

• Wednesday, February 25 1300–1700

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Equipment Needed:  None  
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Instructor:  Fox Valley Technical College – ATW ARFF Training Center

MARCH / HAZMAT Awareness Refresher

Brian Hopperdietzel will be coming in to present a HAZMAT Awareness Refresher class for the department.  This session is designed to review and reinforce the ability of first responders to recognize hazardous materials incidents, identify potential risks, and take appropriate protective actions without attempting mitigation. The class revisits hazard recognition, placards and labels, isolation and notification procedures, and emphasizes personal safety, scene control, and proper use of reference resources such as the ERG.  This session will start at 1900 hours before the meeting.
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Equipment Needed:  None  
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Instructor:  Brian Hopperdietzel

MARCH / Municipal Response to Aircraft Emergencies

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

MARCH / EMR:  Medical Scenarios/Medication Skills

This session is a follow-up to the medication review that was held in January.  EMRs will work in teams of two to assess, manage, and treat a patient experiencing a medical emergency.  The goal of the session is to practice patient care including administration (simulated) of the scenario-specific medication.  Each scenario will use three personnel - 2 EMRs and 1 patient.
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Equipment Needed:  Scenarios, jump bag  
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Instructor:  EMS Service Director Beers

APRIL / UTV Overview and Operations

​One of the officers will present a review of the UTV as it could be used in wildland fire operations.  Members will review using Rescue as a tow vehicle, the skids used on the UTV, as well as drive the UTV through a predetermined course in the parking lot (weather dependent).  

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Equipment Needed:  UTV, orange cones

​​​​Instructor:  TBD

APRIL / EMR:  Medical Scenarios/Medication Skills

This session is a follow-up to the medication review that was held in January.  EMRs will work in teams of two to assess, manage, and treat a patient experiencing a medical emergency.  The goal of the session is to practice patient care including administration (simulated) of the scenario-specific medication.  Each scenario will use three personnel - 2 EMRs and 1 patient.
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Equipment Needed:  Scenarios, jump bag  
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Instructor:  EMS Service Director Beers

MAY / Emergency Vehicle Operation Refresher

This session is the practical evolution of EVOC.  The practical evolution (driving) of the EVOC class will be held on TBD  All department personnel who have the potential to drive any department apparatus must complete the session.
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Date TBD​​

Equipment Needed:  Classroom - none; Practical - apparatus, orange cones
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Instructor:  Chief Gingerich, Deputy Chief Bell, Captain Tysver

JUNE / 

Description:
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Equipment Needed:  TBD  
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Instructor:  TBD

JUNE - Session 3 / EMR Review of Medical Emergencies 3 (Online Class)

This session is designed to provide a refresher to all of the LFRD EMRs on select EMR skills.  This includes an overview of each type, treatment, and medication/protocol where appropriate.  To receive credit for the training, please review the presentation and associated materials (EMR Protocols, Medication and Vital Signs Cheat Sheet), complete the associated quiz, and complete the training report.
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​ONLINE PORTION - TO BE COMPLETED BY TBD: 
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TRAINING LINK on GOOGLE CLASSROOM -
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Equipment Needed:  None, classroom (online) only
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Instructor:  Training/Safety Chief Owen, EMS Service Director Beers

JULY / Review of Fire Ground Operations

This session will be a classroom review of fire ground operations including MAYDAY situations, suppression tactics, ventilation overview, and search and rescue.  The goal of this session is to prepare the members' for fire ground evolutions in July or August and to enhance their knowledge of MAYDAY situations in a "friendly", low-stress environment.  This is part 1 of a 2-part training session.  Next month will be all practical including the use of all PPE (with SCBA).  Each member is encouraged to review applicable department policy/guidelines and procedures related to fire ground operations prior to the class.  It is expected all interior firefighters will participate in the practical portion.  
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ONLINE PORTION - MAKEUP TRAINING FOR THOSE WHO MISSED IT or FOR THOSE WHO WANT A REFRESHER: 
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TRAINING LINK on GOOGLE CLASSROOM -
https://classroom.google.com/c/NzgzMTUyNDc0ODEw?cjc=ptbeuyri

Equipment Needed:  None
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Instructor:  Training/Safety Chief Owen

AUGUST / Fire Ground Scenario Training

Date:  August 6, 2026
6:00 pm - Officer Meeting
7:00 pm - Monthly Meeting with Training to Follow​
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This session will be a practical session conducted at the Marshfield/MSTC Training Center (2615 S. Vine Av, Marshfield).  The night will start with the Officer's meeting at 6pm in the garage at the Training Center followed by the normal monthly meeting.  Following the meeting there will be a practical session involving several fire ground scenarios which may include suppression, search and rescue, MAYDAY situations, size-up reports, patient care for EMRs, etc. 
 
It is also designed to give different members the opportunity to act as various officer positions (IC, Safety, Operations, etc.).  Each member is encouraged to review related policies and procedures prior to the training session such as Incident Command, Search and Rescue, MAYDAY, etc. It is expected all interior firefighters will participate in the practical portion.
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We will run several different scenarios and incorporate as much as we can to get everyone involved.  Rehab will be set-up as well.
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Cameron Fire and Rock Fire will be invited to participate if they are interested.  

Equipment Needed:  Full Fire Gear, SCBAs, Radios, Engine, Tender, Rescue​
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Instructor:  Training/Safety Chief Owen​

AUGUST / EMR Annual Skills Check-off with MMC

August 25, 2026 at 6:30 pm (at Richfield)
Below you will find the dates for 2026 Skills Checkoffs.  We are scheduled for 8/25 at 6:30 in Richfield.  If that date does not work for you, the list of available sessions is included for your reference. 
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Equipment Needed:  None​
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Instructor:  Haley Brace, MMC

SEPTEMBER / Tour & Familiarization with Nasonville Dairy

This session will take place at Nasonville Dairy and is designed as a class for everyone to become familiar with the facility and its operations.  There have been several upgrades to the facility and this is a chance for us to see what they are and how we might respond to an incident at the plant. 

Time/Date September 3, 2026; 7:00 pm
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Equipment Needed:  None 
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Instructor:  Ken Heimann and the Nasonville Dairy Staff

SEPTEMBER - Session 2 / EMR Review of Various Emergencies (Online Class)

This session is designed to provide a refresher to all of the LFRD EMRs on random types of emergencies, skills, and equipment.  This includes an overview of each type of emergency or equipment, treatment, and medication/protocol where appropriate.  To receive credit for the training, please review the presentations and associated materials (EMR Protocols and Medications), complete the associated quiz, and complete the training report.
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​ONLINE PORTION - TBD: 
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TRAINING LINK on GOOGLE CLASSROOM -
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Equipment Needed:  None, classroom (online) only
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Instructor:  Training/Safety Chief Owen, EMS Service Director Beers

OCTOBER / Fire Ground Safety

This session is designed to provide a focused training session that reinforces safe operating practices for firefighters on the emergency scene. The course reviews hazard recognition, situational awareness, accountability, PPE and SCBA use, communication, and risk-versus-benefit decision-making to reduce injuries and ensure everyone goes home safely.
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Equipment Needed:  None
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Instructor:  Brian Hopperdietzel

NOVEMBER / Emergency Response Guidebook Scenario

This month's training session will focus on use of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) for transportation incidents involving hazardous materials.  Members will participate in scenario-based training, either boots-on-the-ground or tabletop scenarios.  
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Equipment Needed:  ERG, radios
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Instructor:  Chief Gingerich, Deputy Chief Bell, Captain Tysver

DECEMBER / SPECIAL TRAINING: BLS-CPR Refresher

This is the bi-annual CPR refresher for all department personnel.  Date - TBD
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Equipment Needed:  TBD  
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Instructor:  TBD