Testimonials
VERSATILE
“As a fire chief, it is hard to get your budget from you local municipality in order, and I am sure you all know what I am talking about. Once I got my temporary budget the FIRST ITEM I purchased was the FAST BOARD. This is the best Firefighter removal product on the market, we have trained with in many times in both Hasbrouck Heights and where I work, The City of Hackensack Fire Dept. Several months ago, the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Dept made a rescue inside of a heavily involved private dwelling with fire on all floors. The removal took SIX of us. If we had the FAST BOARD, we would have used it, saved time, and energy on a serious situation with the building deteriorating rapidly. Point being- This piece of equipment is versatile and can be used on civilians as well (which we also train on) , water rescue, the options are endless. I truly thank the staff from FAST RESCUE SOLUTIONS for this amazing product that doesn’t have gimmicks. It is designed by firefighter for firefighters. If anyone ever wants to talk about my experience with this piece of equipment my number is 201-421-7807.”
Chief of Department Hasbrouck Heights- Mike Greco Firefighter- City of Hackensack Ladder 1
EVERY DEPARTMENT SHOULD HAVE ONE
“I have over 30 years firefighting experience and one of my greatest fears was getting a brother out of a mayday in a timely manner. All out training for removing a firefighter took time and manpower to remove them. When I was first introduced to Eric and his board I know this could be a game changer. We have done demos with many departments and as soon as they see how easy it is to move a firefighter they are sold on this board. Every department should have at least one!!”
John D. – Coastal Fire Services
NO GIMMICKS
“Had a demo last night on the FAST Rescue Board System for FF and Civilian rescue. Hands down the best system I have seen in 45 years in the fire service. Simple, easy, and cost effective. A lot of thought went into this to make it wok and simple to use in a fire ground environment. This is not a gimmick system it works.”
President Kevin W. – Clayton Fire Department
GAME CHANGER
“Fast Rescue Solutions has developed a very simple yet complex product that is both quick and user friendly. We’ve found that the board minimizes the thinking process at our worst possible moments. By incorporating all the components needed within the board itself, along with its size, shape, and weight we can initiate the rescue of a downed firefighter at a moment’s notice, with minimal man power, from countless situations. In the fire service there are always products claiming to be game changers, which may be so but with FAST Rescue Solutions’ FAST Board, I believe the game has indeed changed.”
Chief Joseph R. – Fire Ashville Volunteer Fire Company #1
LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES
“Easy to use and train on and limitless possibilities on use. This is carried as part of our rescue truck cache not only for FF rescue but also standard equipment for civilian search and rescue”
Chief Justin P. – Chesterfield Fire Department
EASY TO USE
“We were in the market of purchasing a drag device for our RIC and we saw a few different options. Captain Steve Jason came to show some of our members the FAST Board. Within seconds we all looked at each other and said – ‘this piece of equipment is definitely our choice.’ This product is designed well and is very easy to use. I’m impressed on how many RIC and other rescues situations it can utilized in.”
Lieutenant Brian T. – Madison, NJ Fire Department
UNMATCHED
“In a profession where new tools are being developed there is always a rare one that is truly a game changer. When I first saw the FAST Board and heard who developed it I felt that this had potential. Then I had a hands-on with the FAST Board and was convinced that this was a true game changer in the world of RIT/RIC/FAST rescue operations. I am very fortunate to be part of a fire department that also believes this and after acquiring a FAST Board for our department I truly believe this steps up our RIT operations. The speed at which this is deployed is unmatched to anything else. The versatility of the board from water rescue to high angle lift operations I personally feel that this board should be a required piece of equipment for all departments. “
LT Paul B. – Roseland Fire Department
IT TRULY WORKS
“At first, we were skeptical about the FAST Board. Like any new invention in the fire service and any change, it takes a lot to make something happen. Chris and Tommy from FAST Rescue Solutions came to us, went over every inch of the board, then got dressed and trained with us, physically showing us how to use it. From that point on we were sold on the FAST Board. Everything we do in this job is dangerous, so proving to us how much it could help us save one of our own was huge. It was a no-brainer, this was going to help us be better for that ‘god forbid’ moment we would ever need it. We bought one that night.
Not only were Chris and Tommy great at showing us the board and how to use it, they stayed connected with us and offered so much more than just a one-time sale. Since then, we have bought 5 boards total, had department wide hands on training with the boards by FAST Rescue Solutions, and gotten our mutual aid companies involved in the training with the board. IT TRULY WORKS! The versatility of the board and what its capable of doing is amazing yet still simple to use. It has become a common tool on our truck, heavy rescue, and each front-line engine. It gets used every time we drill on RIT, and is an essential tool as part of our RIT equipment. It’s required whether we set up RIT or a mutual aid department sets up RIT for us, it’s that important to us.
Any doubt on this product, get hands-on and put it through the paces. You won’t be disappointed. “
Chief John L. – Liverpool Fire Department, NY
MANEUVERABILITY
“The board is a wonderful addition to our RIT tool compliment. The size and maneuverability of a lighter, smaller, and faster board makes victim removal that much easier, whether it’s used for dragging or lifting.
Past Chief, Brian C.
IT CAN SAVE A LIFE!
“I recently had the opportunity to take the RIT class from FAST Rescue Solutions at the Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Seminar. I have taken several RIT classes prior, however this class was probably the best out of all of them hands down. The instructors Eric, Matt, Mike, and Adam were all very knowledgeable, passionate about their craft, and gentlemen. The techniques they taught us were very simple and effective. Coupled with the method they used to teach us- crawl, walk, run with repetition- this combination gave all of us the tools to be able to not only perform in the event of downed firefighter but to be able to return to our respective departments and share the information with others. I appreciated the time Matt and Adam took to help us refine our skills as the class and skills progressed. I agree with others that this specific class should be taught in basic firefighter training. I would highly recommend this class… it can save a life!”
Robert – Lieutenant, Cherry Hill Fire Dept.
MANEUVERABILITY
“The board is a wonderful addition to our RIT tool compliment. The size and maneuverability of a lighter, smaller, and faster board makes victim removal that much easier, whether it’s used for dragging or lifting.
Past Chief, Brian C.
UNPARALLELED
“I had the opportunity to take RIT from FAST Rescue Solutions at the 2023 Joey D Memorial Seminar, conveniently 2 weekends after I had taken RIC Weekend at my local Fire Academy. No BS – I learned more in those 4 hours from FAST Rescue Solutions than I did in the 20-hour weekend prior at my fire academy.. The experience from all of the instructors is unparalleled, but more importantly the multiple techniques taught by FAST are able to be implemented with simplicity and effectiveness in the moments you need them most. In my opinion, every single firefighter should be required to take the FAST RIT experience, not just for themselves, but for all their brothers and sisters depending on them to make sure that EVERYONE goes home. Thank you again Eric, Matt, Adam, and Mike for an unforgettable experience and for all of your continued dedication to providing the tools necessary to make sure that we ALL go home from the fireground.”
Jake B. – Firefighter/EMT, MTFD
GAME CHANGER
“I had the chance to put the Fast Board to its test during a confined space firefighter rescue training. The confined space maze had me skeptical of the Fast Board’s ability to perform in such a narrow, limited visibility condition with multiple 90 degree turns to navigate. After using the Fast Board and seeing first-hand the ease of completing the rescue, I am convinced attempting that rescue by traditional dragging and pushing would have doubled the recovery time. The speed and maneuverability of the Fast board is awesome. I absolutely recommend all departments carry a Fast Board on your Rigs. It’s not just for RIT teams!”
Firefighter, Chuck G – Forks Township Fire Dept.
