Vertical ventilation is a pretty controversial subject these days. Ever since the UL report on it came out, firefighters have been arguing whether vertical ventilation is worth the risk and if it even has the effects we want. One thing that makes it risky is that it’s tough to do realistic training for it. Where do you stand? Today’s guest has some insights into the debate. Frank Ricci is a lieutenant with the New Haven, Connecticut Fire Department. He is an FDIC Instructor and lecturer. With two decades on the job, Frank has written magazine articles, chapters for textbooks, and created DVDs on firefighting technique.