The modern fire environment requires a weapons package that can rapidly, safely and efficiently knock down interior fires. In the early to mid-1980s, the law enforcement community went through a similar revolution when they moved from revolvers to semi-automatic pistols due to increasing threats from armed criminals. Research indicated officers required weapons that could fire a greater number of rounds, achieve quicker knockdown via deeper penetration, and lower recoil to manageable levels. The fire service needs similar upgrades when selecting nozzles. Attendees will learn nozzle design history, research parallels with ballistics, modern fire behavior, and nozzle selection to combat increased threats on the fireground.

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