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Firefighter Cohesion and Entrapment Avoidance Facilitator's Notes

What Students Should Get From the Program

After viewing the program, students should better understand the importance of cohesion and its role in helping avoid entrapment. In addition, students should be more aware when they are facing a cohesion problem on a fire. This recognition should trigger what Gary Klein (2001) refers to as a "recognition primed decision" moment. These recognizable moments will help leaders realize they need to make a decision and take action.

Leaders who have watched this program might be able to use some of the work practices discussed in these stories. However, leaders will have to assess their immediate situation before choosing the work practice that will work best for them.