This workshop is designed to better prepare firefighters for uncommon fire and emergency responses in common occupancy types. These responses are not typically addressed in departmental SOPs or training, and they often pose unique operational challenges. Many of the presentation topics are drawn from the presenter's real-life experiences, while others are based on significant fires that every firefighter should know. This presentation also serves as the foundation for Chief Leeb’s upcoming book, Common Occupancy, Uncommon Response, scheduled for publication by Fire Engineering in 2027. Attendees will leave this presentation armed with tactical and strategic knowledge for various uncommon fires and emergencies in common occupancies.