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DCFD Pilots New Driving Simulator |
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March 2007 |
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On January 9, 2007 the DC Fire Department received and installed a
computer controlled video driving simulator constructed by FAAC of Ann
Arbor Michigan. FAAC has built simulators for the FDNY, LAFD,
and Kentucky University. The simulator is comprised of an
engine/ladder truck cab built by Seagrave, it is an exact duplicate of
the Seagraves used in the DCFD fleet, and it also features a Seagrave
tiller bucket.
The simulator has many scenarios that can duplicate day to day routine driving in the city as well as emergency responses. These lesson plans can be used to help train the newest members of the department on the feel of driving fire apparatus (even if they have never driven anything larger than a VW Bug), it can also help the seasoned veteran sharpen their driving skills. The installation of this new training tool is just another example of how DCFD is using new technology to better protect the citizens of the District of Columbia. |
