Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for providing a simulation of a flashover condition that can occur during the course of suppression of a live fire. The flashover simulation is implemented by selectively supplying and igniting fuel to an auxiliary or flashover fuel burner assembly positioned adjacent the ceiling of the burn room of a firefighter trainer. Preferably, the flashover simulation is implementable only upon attainment of a threshold value of one or more pre-selected trainer operational parameters that are monitored throughout the course of a training scenario. Preferred trainer operational parameters for such monitoring include flame height at a main burner assembly and air temperature adjacent to or near a ceiling portion of the burn room.

Abstract: A mobile fire safety training facility which simulates a residential structure and has reduced scale rooms and exterior for appeal to children. A two level structure mounted on a conventional flat bed trailer includes conventional house windows and doors for instruction on escape methods, a non-toxic smoke generator, operating smoke alarms and a functioning telephone system for instruction on emergency telephone use. The reduced overall height of the structure and a truss roof structure permit highway transportation, and an on-board control room with full view of the entire interior assures the safety of the children using the facility.

Abstract: An imitation apparatus for fire extinguishing training which comprises a imitation nozzle of a imitation extinguisher, a nozzle direction detecting device for detecting direction of the imitation nozzle, an effect appraisal device for appraising extinct effect, and a selecting device for selecting fire videos from a video disc according to the extinct effect.

Abstract: A fire fighting trainer for use in training fire fighters to extinguish jet crash fuel fires and the like, the trainer includes a supply pipe and control valve, a distribution pipe with holes, an open water tank with water within which the distribution pipe is disposed, so that liquid propane jets out from the holes, then passes as vapor bubbles to the water surface, then collects as propane vapor on the water surface, and a gas pilot flame device for lighting the propane vapor to form flames on the water surface. The simulated flames look very similar to jet crash liquid fuel flames.

Abstract: A fire fighter trainer device and method for use in training fire fighters in the extinguishment of a simulated crashed-air craft fuel-spill fire. The trainer includes a pit structure, a fuel distribution system, a burner control system connected to a computerized operator control panel, and an extinguishing agent detection system connected to the operator control panel.

Abstract: A fire fighting trainer for use in training fire fighters is provided. The fire fighting trainer includes a structure having a plurality of chambers having concrete or grating floors. Each chamber contains one or a series of real or simulated items, which are chosen from a group of items, such as furniture and fixtures and equipment. The trainer also includes a smoke generating system having a smoke generator having a smoke line with an outlet for each chamber. The trainer also includes a propane gas flame generating system having at least one propane gas pressure controller and a gas line with a burner control and a single element or multi-element burner for each chamber. The trainer has a main control panel for regulating the flame generating system and the smoke generating system and for controlling the single fire or spreading fire and smoke in each chamber.

Abstract: A fire fighting trainer for use in training fire fighters is provided. The fire fighting trainer includes a structure having a plurality of chambers. Each chamber contains real or simulated items, which are chosen from a group of items, such as furniture and fixtures and equipment. The trainer also includes a smoke generating system having a smoke generator and a smoke conduit. The smoke conduit has a smoke line with an outlet for each chamber. The trainer also includes a propane gas flame generating system having at least one propane gas pressure controller and a propane gas conduit. The propane gas conduit has a gas line with a burner control and a burner for each chamber. The trainer has a main control panel for regulating the flame generating system and the smoke generating system and for controlling the flame and smoke in each chamber.

Abstract: A mobile firefighter training trailer is divided into a plurality of rooms and passages. A plurality of simulated appliances and furniture pieces are located in the various rooms of the trailer. A smoke generator is located in a separate equipment room in the trailer and is capable of selectively supplying smoke to desired locations in the trailer. Flame generating devices are associated with the simulated appliances and furniture pieces with the flames created thereby being capable of being extinguished by the proper application of water or other extinguishing agents. A ventilation system and sprinkler system are provided for the safety of the trainee.

Abstract: To simulate the experience of breathing hot or warm air in the use of breathing apparatus, this invention provides an apparatus comprising a canister through which the wearer inhales and exhales, the canister being filled with a reagent which creates heat by reaction with the carbon dioxide or moisture in the exhaled breath. The inhaled air absorbs the heat given out by the reaction. The apparatus can be modelled on the actual breathing apparatus to be used and is highly acceptable to users.

Abstract: A improvement in a combination for responding to an emergency, characterized by audible instruction means for instructing a participant in handling the emergency and an activator for activating the instruction means to give particular audible instructions to the participant handling the particular emergency so that the participant can use both hands and eyes in treating the emergency rather than having to read instructions or the like. In specific aspects, multiple instructions may be included with a selector for selecting a particular emergency; or a particular type of emergency such as instruction and precautions for a particular type of fire extinguisher may be implaced at a particular location for a particular type fire extinguisher or the like.

Abstract: A smoke generating apparatus is disclosed for providing a nontoxic smoke so s to simulate the smoke of a fire. The smoke generating apparatus comprises a storage tank, a smoke producing agent stored in the storage tank, and a housing affixed to the top of the storage tank. A centrifugal pump supplies the smoke producing agent to a tubular coil which superheats the smoke producing agent. The superheated smoke producing agent is then released through a solenoid valve into the atmosphere so as to form a vapor.

Abstract: A training device that is a simulator of oil bilge, oil spray, and Class A fires. The device is fully controllable and imitates the appearance of a machine or engine room. Propane burners are used to provide flames, and flame and water sensors are used to monitor trainee performance. A switch controlled by a dummy valve is also included to be operated by the trainee in its proper sequence of applied procedures.

Abstract: Apparatus that imitates the appearance of a commercial deep fat fryer and simulates grease fires. A first burner extends into the bin of the fryer which would be occupied by cooking oil in the operational fryer, and a second burner occupies an area under the hood near the exhaust vent. Also included, out of sight, are a switch controlled by the lid on the bin, an extinguishment sensor in the bin, and a thermostat, which act together to disable the burners and deactivate the simulator when proper fire fighting procedures have been employed by the trainee.

Abstract: An aircraft fire-fighting training apparatus is disclosed that allows firghters to train on a mock-up that simulates a real-life aircraft fire but yet is controllable and environmentally safe. A fuel source feeds liquid propane through several discrete shut-off valves to sets of primary and secondary nozzles where it is ignited. A deflector shield placed adjacent the primary nozzles forces the flames into a channel adjacent the mock-up, causing a rolling flame to engulf all of the fuselage of the mock-up. Secodary nozzles provide flame to simulated landing gear attached to the mock-up wings.