July 2008

SUBJECT: Small Car Rescue Challenges -- Part 1 Topic: 2008 Smart FortwoOBJECTIVE: Given information about the 2008 Smart Fortwo vehicle, rescuers will be able to explain the safety...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1901 Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus has undergone a revision cycle offering changes that will affect contracts signed on...

It isn't often that I get the opportunity to write about an organization that I have the pleasure to work with on a regular basis as fire marshal and hazmat team member at the...

In last month's column, we discussed the funding of a thermal imaging program via budgetary set-asides. While this is often the best way to fund your program, it certainly fails...

Throughout the United States, engineered wooden I-beam joists are becoming more prevalent in residential construction for several reasons. For example, they can be more cost effective...

A system being used to secure doorways and window openings in vacant structures and structures under construction may present a significant forcible-entry challenge to firefighters...

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For the 27th year, the career fire service takes to the pages of the Firehouse Magazine to share and compare. Part 2 details the total calls as well as the busiest engine and ...

Firehouse Magazine invites a cross-section of PPE manufacturers to join our latest roundtable discussion centering on firefighter safety issues.

Curtis S.D. Massey talks about refining the way fires are fought in one-story commercial buildings.

A recent series of fires is causing fire departments to take a new and harder look at lightweight building construction and the risk it poses to firefighters. The scope of the...

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As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Firehouse Expo, it's hard to not look back to the wonderful past. Firehouse Expo brings back lots of great memories, great times and excellent...