Smith Training and Consulting LLC

11/05/2026

Over the past two weeks, we have been conducting the NC OSFM Driver Operator Aerials certification course at Kitty Hawk Fire Department!

Throughout the course, students participated in classroom discussions and hands-on training focused on aerial apparatus operations, proper positioning, deployment, and the skills necessary to safely and effectively operate aerial devices.

With the successful completion of this class, our students have officially completed the entire NC OSFM Driver Operator Pumps and Aerials series for 2026!

Congratulations to all the students on their hard work and dedication throughout the series. We would also like to thank Kitty Hawk Fire Department for hosting and providing the opportunity to train!

10/16/2026

Reminder!!!!! Class begins Monday Night at 1800 at NFD Station 2, 1520 Oak Level Road.

10/16/2026

This week, we wrapped up the 3rd and final class of the N.C. OSFM Driver Operator Pumps Series at Nashville Fire Department — Sprinklers/Standpipes, Maintenance & Testing.

Throughout the class, students focused on the importance of proper preventative maintenance, routine apparatus checks, maintenance practices, and the role of the driver/operator in supporting sprinkler and standpipe systems during fireground operations.

A huge thank you to Nashville Fire Department for hosting us for each one of these classes.

📅 Stay tuned! Dates for Driver Operator Pumps and Aerials under the new N.C. OSFM standard will be announced for Spring 2027.

10/06/2026

🚨 UPCOMING EVD CLASS 🚨

We’re excited to announce an upcoming Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD) class at Nashville Fire Department Station 2!

📅 Class Dates:
October 19, 20, 21 & 22 — 1800–2200
October 24 — 0800–1700

📍 Location:
Nashville Fire Department Station 2
1520 Oak Level Rd
Nashville, NC 27856

09/10/2026

Yesterday, we wrapped up the second class in the NC Driver Operator Pumps Series — Hydraulics and Water Supply!

Over the past two weeks, students have focused on the importance of reliable water supply operations and developing a strong understanding of fireground hydraulics. Through classroom discussion and hands-on training, students have worked to build the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage water movement on the fireground.

🔥 One class left in the series!

Maintenance & Testing, Sprinklers and Standpipes
📅 October 6, 7, 13 & 14
📍 Nashville Fire Department Station 2

08/29/2026

Today we wrapped up a non-certification Basic Pumps & Rural Water Supply class hosted by Rheasville Fire Department in Halifax County.

The training included an evening focused on basic pump operations, pump discussions, and water supply operations, followed by a full Saturday dedicated to rural water supply operations and hands-on scenarios.

During our scenarios, crews worked together to maintain two Blitz Fire monitors flowing 500 GPM each, for a combined flow of 1,000 GPM. This operation required strong communication and coordination between Halifax Fire Department, Darlington Volunteer Fire Department, and Rheasville Fire Department.

Crews also deployed and maintained multiple drop tanks throughout the operation to establish and maintain an adequate water supply for sustained fireground operations.

Let us know if we can assist you and your department for rural water supply operations or tanker task force training!

08/27/2026

Last week we finished with RIC with Martin Community College Fire & Rescue Program nighttime fire academy. During the class, students were faced with many different realistic scenarios that they may encounter with firefighter emergency along with the different ways that they can be able to mitigate those air emergencies.

Strong work by all involved.

08/13/2026

This week we wrapped up our Driver Operator Intro/Basic Pumps class at Town of Nashville Fire Department!

Over the past two weeks, firefighters from Clayton Fire Department, Tarboro Fire Department, Zebulon Fire Department, Town of Nashville Fire Department, Rocky Mount Fire Department, and Wilson Fire Rescue came together for hands-on training focused on building solid pump operator fundamentals.

Students worked through basic progressive pump operations, including hydrant operations and drafting operations, while developing the skills and confidence needed to effectively operate fire apparatus on the fireground.

04/09/2026

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There's still time left to register! Final decisions on classes will be made April 17. The New Hanover County Firefighters Association Public Safety College is April 29 - May 3, 2026. Use the following link to download the brochure and a fillable registration form! https://cfcc.edu/public-safety/fire-programs/ Please share this with your departments!

04/02/2026

🚒 Upcoming Driver Operator Aerials Class Fall 2026🚒

Join us this fall for the Driver Operator Aerials course hosted at Kitty Hawk Fire Department!

📍 Location:
Kitty Hawk Fire Department
859 W Kitty Hawk Rd
Kitty Hawk, NC

📅 Class Dates:
October 26–29 (0800–1700)
November 2–5 (0800–1700)

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us!