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In This Issue: May 2011

Mike O’Keefe

Firefighters from FDNY Ladder 48 removed a woman and a handicapped man from an apartment above the fire in an occupied multiple dwelling. The fast-moving, five-alarm blaze spread to adjacent exposures. The fire occurred in the Hunts Point section of the Bronx on March 9, 2011.

Dedication

This month's Firehouse® is dedicated to Battalion Chief Steven F. Auch, 56, of the Indianapolis, IN, Fire Department; Firefighter Daniel C. Dare, 52, of the Avon, IL, Fire Protection District; Chief Richard Leo Barbour, 55, of Wilson's Mills Fire and Rescue in Smithfield, NC; Airman First Class Derek Kozorosky of Kadena Air Base in Japan; and Firefighter Joshua Wilkes, 26, of the Unity Fire Department in Guntown, MS, who died in the line of duty, February 2011.

Fire Chiefs Roundtable

by Ed Ballam
Created: April 15, 2011

What impact, if any, have current economic conditions had regarding your annual apparatus purchasing to replace in-service units? DICKERSON: Lexington is considering rehab of some units...
On the Job: Michigan

by Jay K. Bradish
Created: April 14, 2011

On Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, a four-alarm fire destroyed the Harvard Plaza office building in Southfield, MI. Early recognition of possible backdraft conditions prevented injuries to firefighters...
Protecting the Pentagon

by Robert Burke
Created: March 29, 2011

The Pentagon, located in Arlington County, VA, is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense and the world’s largest office building in terms of square footage – 6.5 million square feet...
The Rebirth of the Rapid Ascent Team: Part 2

by Curtis S.D. Massey
Created: March 24, 2011

Part one of this article described three important functions Rapid Ascent Teams perform during a serious high-rise fire. Now that we have clearly defined these three important functions, let’s...
The Apparatus Architect

by Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur
Created: March 22, 2011

Most all types of apparatus, whether engine or ladder company units, will at some point require members to climb up onto the vehicle to perform firefighting duties, rack hose or conduct maintenance...
Integrated Tactical Accountability “Engine 54, Where Are You?”

by Mark Emery
Created: March 21, 2011

The absence of tactical accountability on the fireground is dangerous and has contributed to the death of many fine men and women. Part one introduced the concept of “tactical accountability...

A Great Few Days in Washington, DC

by Dennis Compton
Created: April 14, 2011

Seminars and networking venues focus on major national fire service issues.
What’s Next for Fire-Based EMS?

by Gary Ludwig
Created: March 31, 2011

American Medical Response (AMR), which claims to be the largest private ambulance company in the country, announced on Feb. 14 that it was being purchased by the large private-equity firm of...
The Rapid Intervention Reality of Your Fire Department

by Jeffrey Pindelski
Created: March 25, 2011

The first installment of this series discussed preliminary items that must be understood to have a successful rapid intervention team (RIT) on the fireground. The next question that must be asked is...
Trainer’s Guide

by Ron Moore
Created: March 24, 2011

Identifying that a crash-damaged vehicle is in fact a gasoline-electric hybrid is a critically important first step in effectively dealing with a hybrid vehicle incident.
Three Simple Ideas to a Healthier Fire Service

by Dr. Raymond Basri and Eric Bergman
Created: March 23, 2011

Obesity is a major health issue for Americans. In fact, obesity is a recognized medical condition with potential for extreme consequences for all firefighters. Firefighters with morbid obesity...
The Leader’s Dilemma

by Dr. Harry Carter
Created: March 23, 2011

You are the volunteer fire chief in a small, suburban community. Your fire department has been in business for well over 100 years and is a fixture in your area. You have been a member for a long time...
A Firefighter’s Right to Remain Silent

by Curt Varone
Created: March 23, 2011

No aspect of firefighter discipline is more misunderstood, misquoted and maligned than the “Garrity Rule.” Yet the Garrity Rule and the rights it provides are vitally important for firefighters...
Social Media and Public Safety

by Charles L. Werner
Created: March 22, 2011

Social media let public safety organizations quickly disseminate vital information to the public.
Where’s the Chief?

by John J. Salka, Jr.
Created: March 22, 2011

Who’s in command at your fire department’s responses? I mean overall, permanent command from the moment units arrive until the operation is completed.
The Multi-Tasking Myth

by Kimberly Alyn
Created: March 21, 2011

Most people are under the assumption that those who can multi-task are more productive than people who focus on one thing at a time. People in technology-rich environments are usually seen...

Mini Mongoose

The Davey two-stage portable pump from Darley is now available in a CAFS version that has the same patented drive system as the other systems manufactured at the Odin Foam Division. Due to its smaller...
As Firehouse Sees It: Starting Over

by Harvey Eisner
Created: April 19, 2011

At a recent meeting in Washington, DC, it was noted that the fire service always steps up to the plate when something has to be done, a task undertaken, or an emergency or situation that needs to be...
This Month on Firehouse.com

by Peter Matthews
Created: April 19, 2011

Fire Investigation Tool Decontamination Fire Investigator Brent Burke writes about the steps taken by the Thornton, CO, Fire Department after an investigator was asked about the tool...
Industry News

Industry News
Side Kick

Hale’s Side Kick module is now available with a foam option. The Side Kick’s compact design allows for maximum space for tank or compartments by moving the pump system below the chassis top of...
Total Control

FRC has introduced the most compact and complete governor, master- pressure display, and engine-monitoring system available to the fire service industry. Designed and built to the highest standards...
Rekindles

by Paul Hashagen
Created: April 11, 2011

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Steve's Page

by Steven Shaw
Created: April 7, 2011

FDNY Calls on Marvel Superheroes FDNY Fire Commissioner Salvatore J. Cassano unveiled a new fire-safety comic book from the creative team at Marvel Comics featuring two of Marvel’s top...
New Deliveries

by Firehouse Staff
Created: March 30, 2011

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT, Mitchell Volunteer Fire Company 3, has placed in service a Ferrara Ember pumper outfitted with a 400-hp Cummins ISL engine, Hale Qmax 200-23L pump...
Detroit, MI

DETROIT, MI, MARCH 6, 2011 – Firefighters responded to 24th Street and Buchanan on a reported dwelling fire. Upon arrival, they found a well-involved 1½-story wood-frame dwelling well...
Oceanside, NY

OCEANSIDE, NY, MARCH 17, 201 – The Oceanside Fire Department responded to a report of a garage fire. When the chief arrived, it was reported as a fully involved shed fire. One line was used...
Houston, TX

HOUSTON, TX, MARCH 21, 2011 – Houston Fire Department EMS crews assemble equipment for an EMS staging area near a burning three-story retirement center. The fire was reported shortly before 4...
THE MATTAWAN, MI, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

THE MATTAWAN, MI, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT has placed in service a Midwest Fire Model PT4 3000 tanker-pumper built on a Freightliner chassis. Components include a 330-hp Cummins engine...

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