# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Realities of Search
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Sean Duffy + the Build Your Culture cadre for a deep dive into the tactics, mindset, and data behind modern search and rescue.About this EventRealities of Search: Lecture & Hands-On TrainingFeaturing Sean Duffy + Build Your Culture CadreJoin us for Realities of Search, a two-day event designed to push your thinking on search tactics, decision-making, and victim rescue through a combination of lecture, roundtable discussion, and hands-on training. Led by Sean Duffy and the Build Your Culture cadre, this course blends real-world data, experiential insight, and practical application.Dates & LocationFeb 20 – Lecture / Roundtable Discussion, 18:00–21:00 @ CFB Esquimalt “Rainbow Room”Feb 21 – Hands-On Practical Training, 08:30–18:30 @ CFB Esquimalt USAR GroundsCost: $50 for lecture only | $325 full (includes Friday lecture + lunch on Saturday)Day 1 – Lecture + RoundtableExpect more than a one-way presentation: our evening session will be structured as a roundtable discussion, with Sean and other cadre members sharing their own search / rescue experiences, successes, and lessons learned. Topics include:Foundational decision-making in searchRisk management, orientation, and situational awarenessCase studies from recent fireground rescuesUsing context, flow, and environment to guide search strategyComparative viewpoints on doctrine, tactics, and adapting to evolving conditionsYou’ll get to engage directly—with opportunities to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and hear multiple perspectives.Day 2 – Hands-On Practical TrainingWe move from theory to action. You’ll train in realistic environments with the cadre, applying the principles discussed in day 1. Exercises include:Size-up and search planningEntry, movement, and navigation under stressVictim removal techniquesSearch operations off a hoselineVES (Vent-Enter-Search) operationsUse of ground ladders of various lengths for effective rescue and removalThis training is grounded in both practical experience and empirical data—expect every movement to demand critical thinking, not rote repetition.Why This Class MattersData-Driven SearchOne of the defining features of Realities of Search is the integration of insights from the Firefighter Rescue Survey. This dataset—based on thousands of real rescues submitted by firefighters—offers us a unique window into what’s working, what’s failing, and where opportunities lie in modern search/rescue operations.For example:The survey data indicates that in 89 % of successful rescues, search was initiated prior to fire knockdown — and early search correlates with improved survivability. FirehouseThere is a critical time window from arrival to victim location (often on the order of 8 minutes) that strongly influences outcomes. FirehouseThroughout the lecture and practical portions, the cadre will refer to this data—dissecting it, critiquing it, and showing how it can inform tactical decisions in your jurisdiction.About the Instructors / CadreSean Duffy brings over 20 years of fire service experience and is co-founder of Build Your Culture. His training style emphasizes realism, intensity, and deep critical thinking. Sean has authored or contributed to multiple trade publications (Fire Engineering, Firehouse, The Book of Search) and has been appointed to key research initiatives (such as UL’s Multi-Story Residential Tactics project). Joining Sean will be members of the Build Your Culture cadre from all across the United States—experienced practitioners who each bring their own domain of expertise in search, VES, rescue ops, and fireground tactics.Who Should Attend & What You’ll Walk Away WithThis course is ideal for career and volunteer firefighters and chief officers who want to improve the level of service they provide to their citizens. Whether you’re refining existing skills or adopting new perspectives, you’ll leave with:A tactical mindset sharpened by data and real experiencesPractical techniques tested against real-world constraintsSharpened decision-making skills under time pressureNetworking and discussion with instructors and peersInsights that you can immediately apply in your departmentSpace is limited. Register soon to secure your spot!Participants must supply their own structural PPE and SCBA. There will be no live fire conditions. By registering, participants certify they are physcially fit and capable of participating in the training, and waive all liabilty of personal injury, death, equipment damage, etc. Registrations are non-refundable.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/victoria/realities-of-search/100001791957285479
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Victoria
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: CFB Esquimalt Wardroom
- **lat**: 48.4283533
- **long**: -123.4295631
- **full address**: CFB Esquimalt Wardroom, 1586 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Realities of Search being held?
  - **A:** Realities of Search takes place on Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm at CFB Esquimalt Wardroom, 1586 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Realities of Search?
  - **A:** Realities of Search is organized by Crooked Coast FOOLS.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Realities of Search is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Victoria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Realities of Search sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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