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  • June 2015

    • June 2015

    Exclusive: Firehouse Magazine Heroism Awards
    #4: Captain/EMT Michael Scarnavark, Chicago Fire Department, Battalion 22 commanding Engine 62
    Valor Awards

    2014 Heroism Awards: Top Winners 4-10

    June 1, 2015
    We are pleased to announce the newest honorees in our 2014 Firehouse Magazine Heroism Awards program. All displayed great bravery in the face of dangerous conditions.
    #11: Firefighter Frank Carter, St. Louis Fire Department
    Valor Awards

    2014 Heroism Awards: Top Winners 11-13

    June 1, 2015
    We are pleased to announce the newest honorees in our 2014 Firehouse Magazine Heroism Awards program. All displayed great bravery in the face of dangerous conditions.
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    Valor Awards

    2014 Heroism Awards: Unit Citations

    June 1, 2015
    Unit Citations are chosen by Firehouse Magazine to exemplify a company’s teamwork, dedication, poise and control under pressure, and expertise in the field.
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    Apparatus

    The Financial Side of Apparatus

    Ed Ballam
    June 1, 2015
    Ed Ballam covers the financial side of apparatus, detailing financing options that will help your department get its money's worth.
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    Leadership

    The Making of a Hero

    Timothy E. Sendelbach
    June 1, 2015
    Firehouse Editor-in-Chief Tim Sendelbach congratulates the winners of the 2014 Heroism Awards Program but also reminds that firefighters are humble public servants.

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    2014 Heroism Awards: Top Winners 1-3

    June 1, 2015
    We are pleased to announce the newest honorees in our 2014 Firehouse Magazine Heroism Awards program. All displayed great bravery in the face of dangerous conditions.
    Sliding hosebed covers permit personnel to operate these devices without having to climb on top of the engine prior to loading attack and supply line hoses. Always think safety when specifying stepping surfaces and points of access on the apparatus.
    Apparatus

    Specification Verbiage: It’s All in the Details

    Tom Shand
    June 1, 2015
    Tom Shand reviews the apparatus specification process, underscoring that operational efficiency, safety and maintenance are key in the process.
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    Apparatus

    What Size Vehicle Is Right for Your Department?

    Tom Shand
    June 1, 2015
    Tom Shand considers the question and offers suggestions related to multi-purpose vehicles, weight constraints and determining dimensions.
    Photos Courtesy of GFD
    Following the near-fatal incident on South Elm Street, the GFD is conducting additional training on size-up and determination of the appropriate strategy for a variety of situations.
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    Close Calls: Building Collapse & Members Trapped

    Billy Goldfeder
    June 1, 2015
    In January 2014, the Greensboro, NC, Fire Department (GFD) experienced an extreme close call when a roof collapsed during a large fire at an auto shop. Chief Billy Goldfeder review...
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    Valor Awards

    2014 Heroism Awards $100 Winners

    June 1, 2015
    We are pleased to announce the newest honorees in our 2014 Firehouse Magazine Heroism Awards program. All displayed great bravery in the face of dangerous conditions.
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    Careers & Education

    2014 National Run Survey - Part 1

    June 1, 2015
    For the 34th year, the career fire service takes to the pages of Firehouse Magazine to share and compare statistics about company and department levels, funding, staffing and ...
    Photo by Jay Bradish
    Mobile water supply apparatus can be critical to our fireground operations so it’s important that they meet the requirements set forth by the applicable standards.
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    Tankers, Tenders & Mobile Water Supply Apparatus

    Michael Wilbur
    June 1, 2015
    Mike Wilbur addresses tankers and tenders, underscoring the need for fire departments to ensure that these mobile supply apparatus meet the necessary standards.
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    Safety & Health

    Fire Politics: We Must Fight the Invisible Assassins

    Kevin O’Connor
    June 1, 2015
    Kevin O'Connor addresses legislation related to flame retardants and the importance of firefighters understanding the dangers posed by the toxins within.
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    Thermal Imaging: Thermal Imagers Aid at Cannabis Fires

    June 1, 2015
    Fires at grow-op structures are becoming a more common call for firefighters. With this in mind, John Hays offers advice as to how thermal imaging cameras can be used to aid in...
    John Salka
    Careers & Education

    The Fire Scene: Biden: “I Know Who You Are”

    John J. Salka Jr.
    June 1, 2015
    After attending the most recent CFSI dinner, Chief Salka summarizes keynote speaker Vice President Biden's remarks to firefighters.
    Careers & Education

    EMS: Increase Pay for EMTs & Paramedics

    Gary Ludwig
    June 1, 2015
    Gary Ludwig considers the current movement to raise the minimum wage for fast food workers and how that applies to salaries for EMS workers.
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    Members of Rescue Company 1 wearing smoke helmets during the FDNY 50th Anniversary parade and Medal Day presentation, June 12, 1915.
    Operations & Training

    Rekindles 6/15

    Paul Hashagen
    June 1, 2015
    Fires from 100 years ago
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    NFFF: New Goals

    NFFF New Goals Campaign: Thermal Assault

    Ronald Siarnicki
    June 1, 2015
    Understanding thermal assault is about making sensible decisions that keep us safe
    Photo by Glen Ellman
    Assessing a situation as a team and coming up with the safest and most effective disentanglement procedure is our best plan of attack for man vs. machine incidents.
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    Technical Rescue: Man vs. Machinery

    Mark D. Gregory
    June 1, 2015
    Mark Gregory shares valuable techniques to help responders better prepare themselves for the calls we respond to. The 10 minute drill, familiarization of equipment you carry, ...
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    Face-to-face meetings between chief officers and their staff is a good example of participative management.
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    Command Post: Going for the Gold: Participative Management

    Dr. Harry Carter
    June 1, 2015
    Why participative management trumps a single-minded approach
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    Buildings on Fire: Collapse Zones: Building Characteristics & Occupancy Risks

    Christopher J. Naum
    June 1, 2015
    Chris Naum explains how crews can predict building performance and common risks during firefighting operations.
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