Workshops at FLORIAN 2026

• Air Rescue and Control Center
  (DRF Speaker)
• Winch Operations
  (DRF Speaker)
• Medical Innovations and Projects
  (DRF Speaker)

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The Technical Rescue Expert Forum will present current and new findings in technical rescue following traffic accidents. The tactically correct use of rescue equipment is just as important as the coordination between technical and medical rescue teams. These areas of overlap will be addressed and illustrated with practical examples. 

Advances in vehicle safety play a significant role in accident prevention and also contribute important aspects to post-accident rescue operations. Accident research and its findings are now essential contributions to prevention and help in understanding how accidents occur. Evidence collection at the accident scene is of high importance in this regard.

• Modern Rescue Technology and Tactics (Weber Rescue)
• Are Our Rescue Methods Still Up to Date? (Dr. Rolf Erbe)
• Modern Vehicle Safety (Dr. Florian Weinert, Volkswagen AG)
• Optimizing Prehospital Rescue Using Insights from Accident Data (Dr. Henrik Liers, Traffic Accident Research at TU Dresden)
• Evidence collection at the accident scene (Prof. Dr. Michael Weyde, Priester & Weyde Engineering Office, Berlin)

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Hazardous materials incidents and their management require basic knowledge among emergency responders and more advanced knowledge among leaders. In more complex situations, specialized knowledge, expert advice, or assistance from specialized units is needed. The presentations will cover examples ranging from routine operations to expert consultation and special situations.

• CBRN Operations and Support from the Technical Advisor (Alexander Trenn, Schwedt/Oder Fire Department)
• The CBRN expert advisor in decontamination operations (Oliver Bertinetti, Kassel Fire Department)
• Analytical Task Force Germany – Support for complex CBRN operations (Felix Perl, Leipzig Fire Department)
• Preparation for special hazard situations in the chemical industry (T.B.A.)

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Incidents involving trucks always pose a challenge for firefighters. Therefore, sharing experiences and staying informed about the latest technological developments in trucks—particularly regarding their powertrains—is essential for a successful response. This workshop will cover the variety of powertrains and the specific challenges of truck rescue operations. A hands-on training session will follow, using the vehicles on display.

• Fire in an Electric Truck (Patrice Fischer, Ludwigsfelde Fire Department)
• The diversity of drive systems as a challenge (Tino Kortyka, Seddiner See Fire Department)
• Special considerations in truck rescue (Tino Kortyka, Seddiner See Fire Department)
• Practical session – vehicle inspection (Patrice Fischer, Ludwigsfelde Fire Department)

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The "Threat Scenarios" workshop provides an overview of the topic of "life-threatening emergency situations (LebEL)."

Cooperation between police, fire department, and emergency medical services must be prepared in operational plans, and operational tactics must be coordinated. Principles and operational examples will be presented and discussed. Special equipment for treating mission-related injuries and its application will be demonstrated.

• Cooperation with the Police in Threat Situations (Thomas Herold, Berlin Fire Department)
• Initial medical care provided by the police (Günther Fehrmann, Berlin Police)
• Special equipment for transporting and treating patients (Marko Görisch, Berlin Fire Department)

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Speaker: Dr. Rolf Erbe

Challenges of Electric Mobility for Fire Departments
Firefighting involving electric vehicles presents new challenges for firefighters. Compared to conventional fires, fires involving electric vehicles require specialized techniques and equipment. What do fire departments need to know about electric mobility and the hazards they face during operations? The workshop on October 11 shared insights and experiences, enabling fire departments to respond professionally to the growing number of electric vehicles in their daily operations.

Topics:

• What do firefighters need to know about electric mobility and hazards during operations?
• Firefighting aids for the fire department – fire lance – container – fire blanket – fire-retardant bag
• Operational tactics for fires involving electric vehicles
• Fire department operational experiences

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