First steps to fight fire: Training in Dietmanns inspires 36 participants

First steps to fight fire: Training in Dietmanns inspires 36 participants

Dietmanns, Österreich - On April 10, 2025, 36 members took part in Dietmann's first module on the seminar for "Wald- and Flur fire fighting- basics". This module was organized by the district fire brigade command Waidhofen an der Thaya and should convey valuable knowledge of combating forest fires to the participants. The theoretical part dealt with central topics such as the origin and the spreading behavior of forest fires, the associated risks and the possibilities of the special service "Waldbrand fighting" of the Lower Austrian State Fire Brigade Association. The commander of the Dietmann fire department, Josef Kugler, directed the event and ensured that the content was conveyed in a practical way.

The practical part took place in a nearby forest area, where the participants practiced various techniques and methods at three stations. This included the use of hand tools and the performance of extinguishing pipes. This practice -oriented approach is an important element of training because it enables theoretical knowledge to be used in realistic scenarios.

focus of further training

Training to combat forest fire is not only important for firefighters. Forest owners, forest workers and employees of aid organizations can also benefit from such seminars. A seminar, which is also offered by the Euro-Waldbrand network, focuses on the early detection of fire scenarios and quickly action to prevent the spread of fires. The aim is to better assess fires in nature and to be able to predict their course.

The content of this further training also includes the legal basis and the structure of forest and vegetation. Practical tools, strategies for operations in forest and vegetation fires as well as the practical part are crucial components to optimally prepare the emergency services.

training offers and appointments

Several appointments are available for the seminars, for example April 12, 2025, while numerous appointments are already fully booked. The group size is limited to 8 to 15 people to ensure individual care. Participants also have to bring suitable protective clothing and an FFP3 mask. The training takes place from 8:00 a.m. to around 5:00 p.m.

• 15. February 2025: Booked
• 1. March 2025: Booked
• 29. March 2025: Booked
• 12. April 2025: available
• 26. April 2025: Booked
• 3. May 2025: Booked
• 10. May 2025: Booked
• 24. May 2025: available
• 31. May 2025: Booked
• 14. June 2025: Available

For managers in use, there are special seminars that focus on tactical foundations for the effective combat of forest, surface and moor fires. This further training should not only improve practical work, but also optimize cooperation with administrative officials.

Further information on these offers is on the websites of Fireworld and Euro-waldbrand to be found.