Fundamentals of Thermal Imagery - Freeport, MI
Sat, Jun 21
|Freeport Fire Department
This 6-hour program provides firefighters and officers with the essential skills and knowledge for effective use of Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC). Participants will learn about TIC technology, its limitations, and practical applications in the field.
Time & Location
Jun 21, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Freeport Fire Department , 100 S State St, Freeport, MI 49325, USA
About the event
Purpose:
Thermal Imager cameras (TICs) have come a long way since the early ’90s. Technology in imagery, shutter speed, and battery life has increased the reliability of these tools. Do we understand how they really work? In this course, attendees will understand thermal imagery technology, operations, and drawbacks of the imager.
This 4-hour program is designed for firefighters, company officers, and chief officers to learn about the theory, technology, and limitations of TICs and apply this acquired knowledge to practical fire ground skills.
Facilitated discussion and demonstrations will include applicable NFPA standards, basic infrared (IR) theory, TIC technology and limitations, and tactical application of TIC at the emergency scene to develop, refine, and deliver thermal imaging training. Hands-On Training (HOT) will include practical evolutions to apply TIC theory and cultivate TIC skills and abilities.
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