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Green Maltese makes a visit to UL

By in Green Maltese at February 9, 2012 at 2:55 pm
I am very excited to post about my recent visit to observe a day of test burns that are a part of the Vertical Ventilation study being conducted by UL. I want to first say a special thanks to Steve Kerber, Christopher Hasbrook,Bob Backstrom and Chie… Read More »

Search: Do you have a plan?

By in Green Maltese at February 2, 2012 at 10:00 pm
I would first like to say that the use of the following article is not meant to be an armchair quarterback or to be critical of the department involved. However I do feel it can be a learning opportunity for us, to at least review some basics of having a… Read More »

10 injured in Chicago fire engine wreck. Paper reports alcohol a factor with civilian driver.

By in Fire Truck Blog at February 1, 2012 at 9:16 am
None of the injuries is life threatening. Read More »

DOE helps launch first responder training program, app for alt-fuel vehicles

By in Green Maltese at January 30, 2012 at 7:10 pm
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and West Virginia University's National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC) launched a training program specializing in teaching first responders how to treat crashes involving hybrids, battery-electric … Read More »

Out of Air Emergency (Last Chance Rescue Filter)

By in Fire and Rescue Concepts, LLC at 01/12/2012 at 17:13
Out of Air Emergency The Last Chance Rescue Filter You are in a dark, heat, smoke filled room, and you are taking your last breath. You think to yourself “now what?”. Your mind quickly goes to a check list of things to do. During this check li… Read More »

Forcible Entry – The Bam Bam Tool – By: Paul Hoekema

By in Brotherhood Instructors at January 10, 2012 at 1:20 pm
There are numerous ways to manipulate an American Series 2000 type lock to force entry (hockey puck locks with the key way on the rim of the lock not the face). Read More »

Fire Development in Modern Buildings

By in Green Maltese at January 8, 2012 at 4:53 pm
When was the last time you had a fire behavior class? If you were honest it has probably been several years and most likely half of the class slept or paid very little attention because most firefighters like hands on drills were they can tear up stuf… Read More »

Photovoltaic Systems & Firefighter Safety a New UL study

By in Green Maltese at December 19, 2011 at 4:01 pm
Do you know what Photovoltaic (PV) is?             [caption id="attachment_606" align="alignright" width="150" caption="Photo from UL study for Firefighter Safety and Photovoltaic Systems"][/caption] What are the safety hazards with PV?… Read More »

Forcing Doors In Zero Visibility – By: Andrew Brassard

By in Brotherhood Instructors at December 12, 2011 at 10:03 am
Anyone who has ever forced a challenging door in zero visibility knows it can be one of the most difficult forcible entry challenges a crew will ever face, for those of you that have not... This challenge still awaits you. Weather it is an apartment doo… Read More »

Pennsylvania State Police say driver of fire truck at fault in fatal wreck. Mount Holly’s Citizens Fire Company rig hit SUV in South Middleton Township on way to vehicle fire.

By in Fire Truck Blog at December 9, 2011 at 5:28 pm
No charges filed yet. Read More »

Come Along – By: Mike Tesarski

By in Brotherhood Instructors at December 5, 2011 at 4:13 pm
During my initial training as a firefighter in Michigan I was shown the benefits of using a come along.  This training included a “steering column pull” for auto extrication that would pull the steering column and the dash away from the … Read More »

UPDATE – Two civilians dead in crash with San Bernardino County medic squad. Car crushed under rig.

By in Fire Truck Blog at December 3, 2011 at 4:15 pm
Two firefighters hurt in crash. Read More »

Green Roofs in Indianapolis, Indiana

By in Green Maltese at December 1, 2011 at 8:41 pm
Greetings to all, This post is dedicated  to all brothers and sister firefighters but especially those in Indianapolis, Indiana the home of FDIC the Super Bowl of Firefighting :) MAYOR ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF FIRST GREEN ROOF INSTALLATION ON INDI… Read More »

Christmas Tree Safety

By in Fire and Rescue Concepts, LLC at 11/28/2011 at 12:47
As we approach another Christmas season, we need to always remember safety. During this time is prime for traffic accidents , fires, falls, and other traumatic incidents. But today we are going to focus on Christmas Tree Safety. It seems every year that … Read More »

First National Green Building Code Approved!

By in Green Maltese at November 27, 2011 at 4:32 pm
For the first time, the US has a national green building code. The International Green Construction Code (IgCC), approved last week after two years of development, applies to all new and renovated commercial buildings and residential buildings over th… Read More »

Beyond the Academy Video Training Series – Engine Operations: Hydraulic Ventilation

By in Brotherhood Instructors at November 26, 2011 at 6:50 pm
Check out the newest Beyond the Academy Video Training Series. This one is entitled "Engine Company Operations: Hydraulic Ventilation with a Smooth-bore/Solid Stream Nozzle. Many fire service members believe that a fog nozzle is the only nozzle tha… Read More »

Sprinkler Use Decisioning Web tool

By in Green Maltese at November 22, 2011 at 5:58 pm
Below you will find some excellant information sent to me by Mike Love.   Hi Folks: I have been digging around at the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) looking for reports and work they have completed that may be o… Read More »

The 100th Fire

By in First Due Tactics at November 21, 2011 at 16:50
          Its 11pm, you and the crew are winding down and ready to hit the bunk after another day on the job. The day was not usual, some table top training, ran some medical calls, a couple of alarms, pranked the new guy, had some laughs. Medi… Read More »

A Convergence of Technology for Firefighter Training

By in Firefighter Radio at November 21, 2011 at 10:46 am
Most online training deals with reading text and posting to discussion boards. However, on December 6th, 2011, that is about to change. The Open Fire Academy, International and Firefighter Radio are offering the first class that is both synch… Read More »

The Crossbar Crawl

By in First Due Tactics at November 17, 2011 at 22:41
You've seen it, you have probably even done it a time or two, crawling under the crossbar of a metal stile door. Although it may seem harmless, there are a couple of inherent issues that come with this action. One of which is a major safety concern. If … Read More »

Tool Modifications 2.0 – The 8 Pound Force Axe – By: Shane Klug

By in Brotherhood Instructors at November 17, 2011 at 3:22 pm
February 2011, I transferred to a ladder company, my first time being assigned to a truck.  Detroit ladder trucks typically have 6-pound pick head axes and 8-pound sledge hammers on them.  I tried both of them on the roof, and my tool of choice… Read More »

Open Fire Academy Starts Affiliate Program Today

By in Firefighter Radio at November 17, 2011 at 1:26 pm
  We want to get the word out about what we are doing to help better promote training to the fire service. If you are a website or blog publisher, we will pay you to promote the Open Fire Academy, International. Promoting our mission and efforts … Read More »

Through the Lock – Pivoting Deadbolt & Hookbolt

By in Brotherhood Instructors at November 8, 2011 at 12:55 pm
Through the lock forcible entry is a quick and easy method of gaining entry into doors locked with pivoting deadbolts and pivoting hookbolts.  This skill is easier than many believe.  Click on this through the lock info sheet to download a PDF … Read More »

Can you get to it?

By in First Due Tactics at November 6, 2011 at 18:54
I want everyone to take a look at the picture below. What do you think is wrong with it?   If you were thinking that it looks pretty hard to get the ventilation saw out, then your right. Having quick access to "First Due" equipment is imp… Read More »

Have a Heart-Healthy Holiday Season

By in NVFC Blog at November 3, 2011 at 6:29 pm
The holiday season is just around the corner. In fact, Thanksgiving is only three weeks away! As a firefighter or first responder, you know it is important to focus on your health and make sure you are ready for the job at hand. But it can be really hard… Read More »

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