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How to Respond to Natural Gas Emergencies
WEBSep 1, 2014 · Firefighters and other emergency personnel routinely respond to emergencies involving natural gas. Such emergencies can include residential fires, odors or leaks in buildings, damaged gas lines or ...
A Guide to Hose Selection - FirefighterNation: Fire Rescue ...
WEBAug 1, 2014 · The length of the hose should be carefully considered prior to purchase. For attack hose, the most common options are 50 and 100 feet. Two 50′ lengths will always cost a bit more, as there is an ...
Fireground Basic Size-Up for the First-Due Engine
WEBOct 30, 2019 · The initial report must paint a picture for others. By Greg Sellers. One of the most stressful roles in the fire service is being an officer of the first-arriving fire company at a structure fire.
VIDEO: FDNY’s New Tower Ladder Responds - Firefighter Nation
WEBSep 7, 2021 · FDNY's new 2021 tower ladder. Two now-retired FDNY chiefs were arrested on federal charges they accepted $190,000 in bribes to speed up fire safety inspections before leaving the department.
The History of the Fog Nozzle & Indirect Fire Attack
WEBMar 15, 2013 · The debate between firefighters as to which type of nozzle is the safest and most effective for the extinguishment of fires has been going on for almost 150 years.
Understanding the New SLICERS Acronym - Firefighter Nation
WEBFeb 1, 2014 · The success of many initial-attack operations, ranging from car fires to structure fires, relates to how effectively the engine company is able to lead-out the attack line.
Resources to Take Your Training to the Next Level
WEBDec 31, 2010 · Smoke Burns by John Taylor www.smokeburns.com John Taylor retired in 2004 after a 27-year career in the U.K. fire service, having served in Greater Manchester and North Yorkshire.
After Action Report: No 360°, Radio Clutter ... - Firefighter Nation
WEBAug 27, 2022 · At 5 p.m. on August 11, 2021, Frederick County Fire Captain Joshua Laird fell through the first floor of a burning house into the basement. Fifteen minutes later, his body was brought out.
S-FACTS Structure Triage Decision-Making Aide
WEBMar 20, 2013 · The presence of civilians and structures in the wildland/urban interface (WUI) increases the complexity of any WUI or wildland incident. In addition to typical firefighting challenges ...