May 2005

Photo By Ron Moore
Although not a roof-resting scenario, this car-on-car crash is another example of when alternative access to the battery will be necessary. Anytime the hood cannot be opened, crews should be ready to use any of the three alternative means to shut down the battery.
Rescue

NFPA 1670 Vehicle Rescue: Technician-level Competencies – Part 5

May 1, 2005
Subject: NFPA 1670 Vehicle Rescue, Technician-level Skills and Competencies Topic: Advanced Hands-on Training Skill: Electrical Shutdown, Roof-resting Vehicle Objective: Given...
Photo courtesy of Bullard
Photos 2A and 2B: A thermal image of a hallway in standard mode with 2X digital zoom activated. While details are brought closer, the image becomes pixilated in the process.
Tech & Comm

How to Use the Features of Your Thermal Imager

May 1, 2005
Thermal imaging has advanced significantly in the past eight years. Durability, reliability, image quality and battery life have all improved. As firefighters have become more...
Courtesy Barry Furey
The demands placed on telecommunicators require that they receive standardized training based on a formalized curriculum.
Tech & Comm

Communicator Training Changing Expectations For Changing Times

May 1, 2005
Fire departments have long known the benefits of proper training. Besides the obvious need for even the newest firefighters to function safely under a wide variety of dangerous...