Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) 

The need for Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) training stems from the rising incidence of active shooter and attack events, which demand coordinated, rapid responses from law enforcement, fire, and EMS to save lives. It's unfortunate because it reflects a grim reality: these events are frequent enough to require specialized training to mitigate their impact. 

Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) training is a performance-level training designed to enhance coordination among law enforcement, fire, telecommunicators, and emergency medical services (EMS) during active attack or shooter events. The training focuses on improving the safety and survivability of victims by first responders with key medical skills applied at the point of injury. It also introduces a model framework for integrating responses through the Rescue Task Force (RTF) concept, which facilitates collaboration among first responders to neutralize threats, evacuate casualties, and provide rapid medical intervention.

The course includes hands-on scenarios, tactical movement, room-clearing techniques, and medical training to combat preventable deaths. 

The Associations of the Lorain County Fire Chiefs and Lorain County Police Chiefs have worked together to bring Texas State University’s - ALERRT certified Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) training to Lorain County.  It is the stated goal of these organizations to provide every first responder in the county with this crucial training. The training emphasizes real-time coordination, communication, and resource integration to reduce response times and enhance effectiveness in high-stress, dynamic situations.

Currently, every member of the Sheffield Village Fire Department has participated in AAIR training. Several of our members are ALERRT certified instructors helping to bring this training to Lorain County first responders.