Nance Drill / Floor Hatch

Nance Drill / Floor Hatch

The Nance Drill / Floor Hatch provides a controlled environment for firefighter survival and rescue training through floor-level escape and victim removal scenarios. Designed for NFPA 1402-compliant Class A training structures, this heavy-duty steel hatch system replicates realistic floor openings found in residential and commercial buildings. Constructed in 36″x36″ or 40″x40″ configurations, it allows instructors to run Nance drills, vertical victim removals, and under-floor search evolutions safely and repeatedly. Each hatch includes a secure latching system to remain fully closed during normal training operations and can be unlocked under instructor supervision for specific drills. Built for durability and safety, the Floor Hatch integrates seamlessly into modular deck or upper-floor layouts, offering realistic vertical movement challenges while maintaining full compliance with NFPA oversight requirements.

Features

NFPA 1402-Compliant Design: Built for use in Class A live-fire structures with proper clearances and instructor supervision.
Realistic Rescue Simulation: Enables Nance drills and floor-level victim removal training.
Secure Operation: Must remain locked and fully secured during standard training unless used under supervision.
Configurable Sizing: Available in 36"x36" and 40"x40" heavy-gauge steel hatch configurations.
Engineered Durability: Reinforced framing and hinge system built for repeated use in live-fire environments.

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