How many fires can be burning simultaneously during live fire training evolutions in acquired structures?

During live fire training evolutions in acquired structures, the objective is to maintain a safe and controlled environment for both the trainees and the instructors. Having only one fire burning simultaneously helps ensure that safety protocols can be adhered to effectively while allowing for realistic training scenarios. This limitation minimizes the complexity of managing multiple fires, reducing the potential risks associated with uncontrolled fire behavior and ensuring that firefighters can remain focused on their training objectives.

Managing multiple active fires can increase the likelihood of safety incidents, complicate command and control efforts, and hinder effective training. Therefore, limiting the number of fires to one allows for a more manageable and safe training environment, providing trainees with the opportunity to learn and practice essential skills without the added hazards that come from multiple simultaneous fires.