June 2013

Apparatus

Industry News 6/13

June 1, 2013
PIERCE MANUFACTURING INC., has launched Support for the Long Haul, a nationwide campaign to benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). The program will help the...
Community Risk

Guest Commentary: Father's Day, a Time to Take Stock of Ourselves

June 1, 2013
A s a third-generation firefighter, and as Father’s Day approaches, my thoughts are with my late father, Lieutenant John “Jack” Byrne, decorated, of the Boston, MA, Fire Department...
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Operations & Training

Texas Tragedy: "The Ground Shook in West, Texas"

June 1, 2013
“On April 17, the ground shook in West, Texas. It collapsed buildings and broke hearts.”That’s what a solemn Chief Ron Siarnicki, executive director of the National Fallen Firefighters...
Photo by Keith D. Cullom
Two large early-season wildfires proved worrisome to West Coast firefighters.
Two large early-season wildfires proved worrisome to West Coast firefighters.
Two large early-season wildfires proved worrisome to West Coast firefighters.
Two large early-season wildfires proved worrisome to West Coast firefighters.
Two large early-season wildfires proved worrisome to West Coast firefighters.
Safety & Health

As Firehouse Sees It: A Busy Few Weeks

June 1, 2013
The West, TX, fertilizer plant explosion and the exploding of two bombs near the finish line of the Boston Marathon were just two recent major incidents. In California, two large...
Photos by Ron Moore
The instrument panel of this i-MiEV electric vehicle indicates that it is in the 'ready' mode, is powered up, and can be operated and driven. Once the ignition is turned off, the ready light will go out, the red needle will drop, and the speedometer and battery-level displays will go out.
The instrument panel of this i-MiEV electric vehicle indicates that it is in the 'ready' mode, is powered up, and can be operated and driven. Once the ignition is turned off, the ready light will go out, the red needle will drop, and the speedometer and battery-level displays will go out.
The instrument panel of this i-MiEV electric vehicle indicates that it is in the 'ready' mode, is powered up, and can be operated and driven. Once the ignition is turned off, the ready light will go out, the red needle will drop, and the speedometer and battery-level displays will go out.
The instrument panel of this i-MiEV electric vehicle indicates that it is in the 'ready' mode, is powered up, and can be operated and driven. Once the ignition is turned off, the ready light will go out, the red needle will drop, and the speedometer and battery-level displays will go out.
The instrument panel of this i-MiEV electric vehicle indicates that it is in the 'ready' mode, is powered up, and can be operated and driven. Once the ignition is turned off, the ready light will go out, the red needle will drop, and the speedometer and battery-level displays will go out.
Vehicle Extrication

University of Extrication: Electric Plug-In Vehicles – Part 2

June 1, 2013
SUBJECT: Electric Plug-In VehiclesTOPIC: Electric Plug-In Vehicle Shut-down TechniquesOBJECTIVE: Understand the recommended procedure for powering down electric plug-in vehicles...

More content from June 2013

AP Photo/Craig Ruttle
A construction transport bucket, right, is moved into place at the scene where a worker at a subway construction project was trapped underground. The worker was rescued after being trapped up to his chest in debris for several hours. One hundred fifty rescuers descended on the site to free the trapped worker.
A construction transport bucket, right, is moved into place at the scene where a worker at a subway construction project was trapped underground. The worker was rescued after being trapped up to his chest in debris for several hours. One hundred fifty rescuers descended on the site to free the trapped worker.
A construction transport bucket, right, is moved into place at the scene where a worker at a subway construction project was trapped underground. The worker was rescued after being trapped up to his chest in debris for several hours. One hundred fifty rescuers descended on the site to free the trapped worker.
A construction transport bucket, right, is moved into place at the scene where a worker at a subway construction project was trapped underground. The worker was rescued after being trapped up to his chest in debris for several hours. One hundred fifty rescuers descended on the site to free the trapped worker.
A construction transport bucket, right, is moved into place at the scene where a worker at a subway construction project was trapped underground. The worker was rescued after being trapped up to his chest in debris for several hours. One hundred fifty rescuers descended on the site to free the trapped worker.
Structural Collapse

Technical Rescue: Mud, Sweat and Cheers

June 1, 2013
New York City has one of the oldest subway systems in the world. By miles of track and numbers of stations, it is the world’s largest. But even at that, the mass transit needs...
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Tools

Thermal Imaging: Effective Hands-On Thermal Imaging Drills

June 1, 2013
Firefighters are an inquisitive group and I often receive requests to provide training tips for using thermal imagers. The fact remains, even in 2013, that training materials ...
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Gloves

Product Showcase 6/13

June 1, 2013
BlauerBlauer’s Multi-Threat Ensemble is certified to NFPA 1994 Class 2 and NFPA 1992 for serious protection during physically demanding HAZMAT response. GORE CHEMPAK Ultra-Barrier...
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Leadership

Fire Politics: Exercising Influence: A Political Must

June 1, 2013
In previous columns, I have mentioned the political and operational challenges and opportunities facing fire service-based EMS systems as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) moves through...
Safety & Health

Close Calls: Massive Storm Poses Unique Risks - Part 2

June 1, 2013
Last month, we presented a fire service perspective on the Hurricane Sandy and other massive storms that hit the mid-Atlantic coast within the past year and their impact on firefighters...
Safety & Health

Speak Up: Fireground Setup Time

June 1, 2013
Thanks to Firehouse® Magazine and Chief Vincent Dunn for his March 2013 Safety & Survival column “Fireground Setup Time, Measured Scientifically: Research Fills a Gap in Knowledge...
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Safety & Health

The Fire Scene: How Safe Is Your Firehouse?

June 1, 2013
John Salka says next time you walk into your firehouse, take a look at the ceilings and other surfaces.
Photos by Bryan T. Smith
The most critical portion of the size-up affecting the stretch starts on arrival at the scene.
The most critical portion of the size-up affecting the stretch starts on arrival at the scene.
The most critical portion of the size-up affecting the stretch starts on arrival at the scene.
The most critical portion of the size-up affecting the stretch starts on arrival at the scene.
The most critical portion of the size-up affecting the stretch starts on arrival at the scene.
Hoselines & Water Appliances

The 4 Phases Of the Stretch: Phase 2

June 1, 2013
Size-up is all about gathering and evaluating information in order to make good fireground decisions. At the scene of a fire we gather and evaluate information at a rapid pace...
Photo courtesy of Gershow Recycling
Charles Keeling (second from right), Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, poses with members of the Hagerman Fire Department, the South Country Ambulance Corps and the “crash victims” in front of a passenger bus provided by Gershow for a mass casualty drill.
Charles Keeling (second from right), Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, poses with members of the Hagerman Fire Department, the South Country Ambulance Corps and the “crash victims” in front of a passenger bus provided by Gershow for a mass casualty drill.
Charles Keeling (second from right), Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, poses with members of the Hagerman Fire Department, the South Country Ambulance Corps and the “crash victims” in front of a passenger bus provided by Gershow for a mass casualty drill.
Charles Keeling (second from right), Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, poses with members of the Hagerman Fire Department, the South Country Ambulance Corps and the “crash victims” in front of a passenger bus provided by Gershow for a mass casualty drill.
Charles Keeling (second from right), Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, poses with members of the Hagerman Fire Department, the South Country Ambulance Corps and the “crash victims” in front of a passenger bus provided by Gershow for a mass casualty drill.
Safety & Health

Scuttlebutt 6/13

June 1, 2013
Navy names ship after Pentagon 9-11 victims, first respondersA Navy ship named in honor of the victims and first responders of the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon recently joined ...
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EMS

For the Record 6/13

June 1, 2013
FEMA and Premiere Networks Work Together to Increase PreparednessThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a cooperative effort with Premiere Networks and private...
EMS

EMS: Medical Calls Are Dangerous Too

June 1, 2013
A lot of emphasis is placed on saving firefighters’ lives during fireground operations. Bunker gear, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), protective clothing, radios and...
Leadership

Fire Law: Amending Benefits For Responders & Survivors

June 1, 2013
In late 2012, Congress approved and the President signed into law the Dale Long Act, the latest effort to close gaps in coverage of the Public Safety Officers Benefits (PSOB) ...
Photo by Steve Gentry
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 16, 2013
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 16, 2013
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 16, 2013
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 16, 2013
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 16, 2013
Operations & Training

Hot Shots 6/13

June 1, 2013
LOS ANGELES, CA, FEB. 16, 2013 – Task Force 90, Rescue 90 Engine 100, Rescue 100, Battalion 10 and Engine 81 as the command post unit responded to a reported structure fire in...
Photo from Paul Hashagen Collection
NEW YORK CITY: MARCH 19, 1958 – FDNY units battle a five-alarm fire at 623 Broadway in Manhattan. A textile oven exploded and set fire to the third floor of the five-story factory. Twenty-five people were killed and numerous others were saved by firemen using Ladder 20’s aerial ladder. The fire was reported at 3:55 P.M.
NEW YORK CITY: MARCH 19, 1958 – FDNY units battle a five-alarm fire at 623 Broadway in Manhattan. A textile oven exploded and set fire to the third floor of the five-story factory. Twenty-five people were killed and numerous others were saved by firemen using Ladder 20’s aerial ladder. The fire was reported at 3:55 P.M.
NEW YORK CITY: MARCH 19, 1958 – FDNY units battle a five-alarm fire at 623 Broadway in Manhattan. A textile oven exploded and set fire to the third floor of the five-story factory. Twenty-five people were killed and numerous others were saved by firemen using Ladder 20’s aerial ladder. The fire was reported at 3:55 P.M.
NEW YORK CITY: MARCH 19, 1958 – FDNY units battle a five-alarm fire at 623 Broadway in Manhattan. A textile oven exploded and set fire to the third floor of the five-story factory. Twenty-five people were killed and numerous others were saved by firemen using Ladder 20’s aerial ladder. The fire was reported at 3:55 P.M.
NEW YORK CITY: MARCH 19, 1958 – FDNY units battle a five-alarm fire at 623 Broadway in Manhattan. A textile oven exploded and set fire to the third floor of the five-story factory. Twenty-five people were killed and numerous others were saved by firemen using Ladder 20’s aerial ladder. The fire was reported at 3:55 P.M.
Operations & Training

Rekindles 6/13

June 1, 2013
COLON, PANAMA: JUNE 3, 1913 – A morning fire swept through an entire block of frame buildings. The Panama Fire Department rushed engines to the scene on a special train and assisted...
Photos by Barry Furey
Facilities that have access to criminal history information must meet security standards set by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities.
Facilities that have access to criminal history information must meet security standards set by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities.
Facilities that have access to criminal history information must meet security standards set by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities.
Facilities that have access to criminal history information must meet security standards set by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities.
Facilities that have access to criminal history information must meet security standards set by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities.
Tech & Comm

Fire Dispatch: Communications Standards: The Who, What and Why

June 1, 2013
The fire service is no stranger to standards, and many of the more commonly known entities such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Insurance Services Organizatio...