JERSEY — Two students from Jersey Community High School’s construction class have built a specialized training prop for the QEM Fire District designed to improve firefighter safety during emergency responses.

Bryant Henderson and Lincoln Diamond constructed an entanglement trap at the QEM Fire District Training Facility.

Get The Latest News!

Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know news everyday in your inbox.

Article continues after sponsor message

The device simulates situations in which firefighters become entangled in wiring and cables while wearing full protective gear. This hands-on training tool is designed to prepare firefighters for the real-life challenges they may encounter on the job.

“This is a disentanglement prop for our firefighters to use for training purposes and will be used in our upcoming camp coming in September 2026,” said a representative from the fire district.

The training prop was developed as part of an ongoing effort to enhance firefighter preparedness and safety. Pictured with the students are Firefighter Matt Schulte and Captain Darr, who are involved with the training program.

Pictured are: firefighter Matt Schulte, Bryant Henderson, Lincoln Diamond, and Captain Darr.

Prefer RiverBender on Google
Copyright 2026 Riverbender.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

 

More like this:

Illinois Fallen Firefighter Remembered and Firefighters Honored for Distinguished Service to their Communities
May 13, 2026
Burn ‘n’ Learn Event Gives Students Hands-On Introduction to Firefighting and STEM
May 13, 2026
Wood River Fire Department To Start Year-Long Trial Of New Shift Schedule
Apr 10, 2026
Roof Fire At Godfrey Crematory Prompts Regional Response
May 25, 2026
Jerseyville Fire Chief Honors Long-Serving Firefighters, Recaps 2025 Fire Report
Jan 22, 2026