So why is the science of Firefighter Safety Research Institute, NIST Fire Research Division, Kill the Flashover, and other organizations falling on deaf ears?
Read More »The Cleveland Load (5 Videos)
The Cleveland load (aka Metro load or Roundabout load) is handline load primarily used for high-rise applications from what I have found. Other applications would be when deploying a handline not pre-connected to the engine.
Read More »Principles of Modern Fire Attack: SLICE-RS (5 Videos)
A closer look at identifying and controlling the flow path, as part of the SLICE-RS Concept in the Principles of Modern Fire Attack Program from the International Society of Fire Service Instructors. www.isfsi.org. Training made possible through an Assistance to Firefighters Grant Award. SHOW MORE
Read More »NFPA’s new Alternative Fuel Vehicles Training Program
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced the launch of its new Alternative Fuel Vehicles Training Program for U.S. Emergency Responders, which is now available online.
Read More »The Vulcan, Lt. Pete Lund, and his Legacy (2 Videos)
If you are an instructor, the legacy that Pete Lund has left is something that should drive you to consistently reevaluate yourself in offering the very best to the fire service. Read on....
Read More »Iron Fox Axes – Product Snapshot
I received 2 Iron Fox Axes from Engine Co. Apparel. *The video above and 3 below are from Iron Fox Axe. Note: Engine Co. Apparel currently has a 10% Off July 4th special. Use the coupon code “independence” by July ...
Read More »Passion
I think if I had to give one word that separates us from MOST other professions/trades the answer would be just that...PASSION.
Read More »Fire Service Blogging 101…What You Need To Know
Blogging is an excellent way of sharing ideas, training, education, and opinion to people interested in the topics you are passionate about. This article offers basic fundamental ideas for getting started and what blogging is all about.
Read More »Register Now for NCSFRI. I Will Be Presenting on Fire Service Blogging!
I will be presenting at the North Carolina Society of Fire Rescue Instructors conference coming up May 27-30th. Come out and join me, learn, and catch the rest of the conference! The pre-conference is the 27th, I speak on the 28th. If you can't make it and are in the area, stay tuned for a possible get-together on Thursday the 28th where we can all get together for a couple of drinks and tell lies stories!
Read More »Channellock Model 86 Rescue Tool: Product Review
For me, the reason for carrying a set of Channellock rescue tools is two-fold. I always have some cutters on me in a time of need (whatever that might be (including a spanner wrench). The other main reason is we run a lot of car wrecks. One of my roles at wrecks is to assess the vehicles involved and disconnect the battery if need be. My cutters come in handy if I cannot reach the terminals to loosen them, I simply cut the wire to get the job done quickly.
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