MANUALS
Fast. Focused. Fireground-ready.
Fireground Co. Manuals
Â
- Each manual hits one problem head-on.
- Sharp, to-the-point on topics that matterÂ
- Value packedÂ
- Implement immediately and make a difference at the firehouse and on the fireground.
Â
Pick what fits your needs. Learn it. Apply it. Done.
FREEÂ DOWNLOAD
SIZE-UP & INITIAL ACTIONS GUIDE
- Fire size-up
- Hazmat size-upÂ
- Size-up occupancy termsÂ
- UL/NIST research smoke summaryÂ
- Fire location considerationsÂ
- On-scene firefighting strategy concept summaries
Get the Size-Up & Initial Actions Guide by email, plus the occasional Fireground update. No fluff. No filler. No spam. Ever.
SIZE-UP & INITIAL ACTIONS GUIDE
Â
You’re a firefighter who wants to make smart, confident decisions the moment you arrive on scene.
But in the heat of the moment, it’s easy to get overwhelmed, miss key details, or default to guesswork.
You shouldn’t have to figure it out on the fly.
That’s why we created this free scene-ready guide—so you can focus on what matters most under pressure.
Inside, you'll get:
-
A simple size-up outline to organize your first actions
-
Key occupancy terms to keep your communication sharp
-
A summary of UL/NIST smoke behavior research to guide smart tactical moves
-
And a straightforward breakdown of proven firefighting strategies
This guide gives you a clear plan, so you can lead with clarity, make better calls, and keep your crew safer.
Don’t wing it. Show up ready.
Download the guide and step onto the scene with confidence.
MORE COMING SOON...
ABOUT US
Â
The Fireground Co., led by veteran Captain Erik MacClain, is made up of old-school fire service advocates just like you.
We created all this because we love what this job should be.
We believe that the quality of leadership will determine whether or not we preserve the legacy of the iconic American firefighter and succeed in the firehouse and on the fireground.
Join us.
Want to be the first to know when we drop new manuals and mini-courses?
Sign up for The Bulletin
