Smith Training and Consulting LLC

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.

08/10/2026

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07/31/2026

Reminder that Intro/Basic Pumps begins Monday August 3rd at Nashville Fire Department Station 2, 1520 Oak Level Road, Nashville, NC.

Due to scheduling conflicts that have come up we are having to reschedule the Hydraulics and Water Supplies Class to the following dates:

August 31 (0800-1700)
September 1 (0800-1700)
September 3 (0800-1700)
September 8 (0800-1700)
September 9 (0800-1700)

Maintenance/Testing and Sprinklers and Standpipes is being rescheduled to:

October 6 (0800-1700)
October 7 (0800-1700)
October 13 (0800-1700)
October 14 (0800-1700)

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us!

07/24/2026

Please join me in congratulating not only one of our former students but one of our instructors as well. Samuel has been part of the Fire Service literally his entire life as he has traveled with me to Fire Departments across this state. Congratulations and best of luck 2nd generation Capt Smith.

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!

04/01/2026

🚒 Upcoming Daytime Driver/Operator Pumps Series – Fall 2026
📍 Nash Community College

Nash Community College will be hosting a daytime Driver/Operator Pumps Series this fall.

Course Schedule:

🔹 Intro/Basic Pumps (FIP-3623)
📅 August 3, 4, 5, 11, 12
🕗 0800–1700

🔹 Hydraulics/Water Supply (FIP-3624)
📅 September 3, 8, 9, 10, 11
🕗 0800–1700

🔹 Maintenance, Testing, Sprinklers & Standpipes (FIP-3625)
📅 October 14, 16, 22, 23
🕗 0800–1700

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

Let us know if you have any questions