Using Virtual Reality to Train Firefighters

Virtual reality and augmented reality aren't just for video games. Professionals around the world, from health care workers to military personnel, use VR and AR to train. Experts say the fire service could be next in line to adopt the technologies, collectively known as immersive learning, for training. So what are the benefits of using VR to train firefighters? What about the drawbacks? This episode of Learn Something New™ by NFPA Journal® answers those questions. On February 15, don't miss the release of the cover story of the Winter 2022 edition of NFPA Journal, "Full Immersion," which dives deeper into this topic; that article will be available at https://www.nfpa.org/journal CREDITS Eye Definition/YouTube Jacksonville NC/YouTube Immersed Robot/YouTube Humanoidity/YouTube US Navy/YouTube Disclaimer: This video was created for educational/informational purposes using content under a Creative Commons license and/or fair use principles. If you are the creator or own the footage featured in this video and have questions or reservations, please notify me via [email protected] ©2022 National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®). All rights reserved.