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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 »

Truck has broken down three times. Time for a change?

By in Fire Truck Blog at February 9, 2012 at 6:37 am
Rig costs more to repair than it is worth. Read More »

South Euclid, OH ladder lost an axle. New truck has arrived.

By in Fire Truck Blog at February 3, 2012 at 8:06 am
Quick turn-around on ladder truck purchase. 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 »

What’s an emergency?

By in First Generation Firefighter at January 27, 2012 at 12:42 pm
I know that my 7.5 years pales in comparison to many of those that are on the Job currently, but I feel like I have seen my share of "emergencies" in this time. What constitutes an emergency though? Merriam-Webster defines an emergency as "an unforese… Read More »

Professional Always

By in Unit Calling Central at 23 Jan 2012 at 13:08
No matter what happens and what the units in the field are doing or saying over the radio it is the dispatcher's job to be a professional always. Being a professional always is our job we set the tone over the radio just like managing a hysterical caller we need to do our best to bring those in the field back to the ground so that we can do our job and they can do theirs. Read More »

Take Part in the NFPA Process

By in NVFC Blog at January 17, 2012 at 11:00 am
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards have a significant impact on the fire service. Documents such as NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, NFPA 1403 Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions, NFPA 1500 Sta… 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 »

360

By in Leatherhead 109 at December 28, 2011 at 1:30 am
It was a big hole. At least 8 feet across at its longest point and four or five at the widest.  I won't exaggerate and say we nearly fell in, because we didn't come close. But that pit got my attention!  This was a run-away wood stove fire and it was b… 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 »

Just Because

By in Unit Calling Central at 3 Dec 2011 at 00:11
A mentor of mine once said: “We are called into people's lives when they are at their worst. Times when someone would want to hide from their family, their best friend, their loved ones… and call on a perfect stranger to help. This is an honor and should be treated as such.” 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 »

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 »

Location, Location, Location!

By in Unit Calling Central at 26 Nov 2011 at 07:38
People are not educated in how their 911 systems work. They do not know what to expect when to call 911, they do not know what they’re supposed to do in an emergency and the biggest problem that I cannot fathom is that most people have no idea whatsoever where they are… So here are some tips on calling 911. Read More »

Guilty or Not Guilty?

By in First Due Tactics at November 25, 2011 at 19:09
http://staugustine.com/news/local-news/2011-11-24/ponte-vedra-beach-home-catches-fire-then-later-reignites The above article is from a fire that my department responded to the night before Thanksgiving. And then it rekindled the next morning. It is u… 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 »

Black Friday – Share your story…

By in Unit Calling Central at 20 Nov 2011 at 01:32
Everyone in Emergency Services be it Fire, Police, or EMS knows that holidays are often the worst times to be on duty. Personally I think the worst time to work not necessarily on the road but in the 911 Center is Black Friday... Read More »

Leadership: Catchin’ Speedy

By in Leatherhead 109 at November 19, 2011 at 3:17 pm
What is it about leadership that is so elusive?  Grab your cup and get a refill, this'll be quick.  While we're at it I should mention that leadership is an issue we need to talk about more.  I been cogitatin' on it and I think I will begin to hash ou… 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 »

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