The Fire Scene: Outside Work

by John J. Salka, Jr.
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All of the tactics described here are vital. Size-up, portable ladder operations, ventilation and defensive handline tactics can have a dramatic positive effect on a structural fire operation. Fire departments where staffing limits the ability of the on-scene personnel to perform these jobs also limit the chances of the operation coming to a successful conclusion.