Blindfolded Firefighter Training

The practice of blindfolded firefighter training may seem counterintuitive, but it plays an important role in the training of these brave professionals.

In smoky conditions where visibility is limited, firefighters must rely on their other senses to navigate, find the source of the fire, and rescue people.

Working blind teaches firefighters to remain calm and make decisions in difficult and stressful situations.

Firefighters learn to coordinate with each other using only verbal commands and tactile cues.

Searching for objects and moving blindly requires good coordination, balance and stamina.