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Technical Rescue Skills Exercise was held at Fenway Park on September 12th

September 16, 2024 • 1 week ago

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, all the MATRS (MA Association of Technical Rescue Specialists) regional teams from across the state worked together in a major exercise at Fenway Park.

Technical Rescue disciplines utilized included:

Rescue from a stalled elevator of simulated trapped victims via the roof hatch in a blind elevator shaft
Rescue of a simulated trapped window-washer or injured person from upper level press box and broadcast enclosures

and

Rope rescue of people from the light towers and the "green monster" outfield wall

The technical rescue teams rotated throught the various skills stations throughout the day.

Even though these firefighters make it look easy, these skills are all very challenging and intense. All skills require specialized tools and equipment. Tech Rescue Specialists practice frequently in order to to maintain proficiency, especially under life-threatening situations. This exercise was a great opportunity for teams from across the state of Massachusetts to work together, exchange information, and review rescue tactics, strategy, and safety.

Cambridge Fire is a member of the Boston UASI (Urban Area Security Initiative) Technical Rescue Team along with Boston Fire, Chelsea Fire, Revere Fire, and Somerville Fire who worked seamlessly as a team during this all-day exercise at Fenway Park.

Thank you to our partners at the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services for the continued professionalism and support.

Photos attached show some of the real-world, rescue skills utililized during the exercise.

Tech Resq exercise - Fenway Park 12Sep2024 - ropes 1