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    This month's features include: Firefighter Training: Tracking Maydays; Fire-Based EMS: Treating a Downed Firefighter; and On the Job New York: Crews Battle Fire in Two Houses

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    Jeff Zientek
    In September 2015, Phoenix Fire Department crews set out to handle a puzzling gas emergency.
    Phil Ambrose describes Phoenix fire crews' response to a unique hazmat call.
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    Tim Szymanski explains why today’s world requires a dedicated PIO.
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    The more we know about maydays, the more we can tailor our training so that we address the aspects of our job where firefighters are most in danger.
    Don Abbott explains how tracking fire service maydays can improve fireground safety.
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    Kevin O'Connor shares two data-focused programs can help improve firefighter safety and operational efficiencies.
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    Tim Sendelbach explains that, right or wrong, fires have long been an unintentional form of recruitment and retention.
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    The Chicago Fire Department has developed a training program that bridges the gap between fire suppression and rescue (FS&R) and EMS as they relate to the rescue and treatment of a downed firefighter.
    Chicago Fire Department (CFD) training closes the gap between rescue and treatment of a downed firefighter
    Feb. 1, 2016
    Photos by Ron Moore
    This display of a 2015 Acura TLX sedan shows the all magnesium instrument panel structure in purple. Note that there is only one tie-down leg that bolts onto the floorboard tunnel.
    Ron Moore explains how Honda and Acura magnesium instrument panel structures can affect dash entrapment evolutions.
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    Chief Salka offers a quick guide to this vital operation.
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    The authors explore simple ways firefighters can better manage their stress.
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    Chief Bashoor explains why taking responsibility is key to avoiding bad outcomes.
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    Dr. Harry Carter explains why motivation to learn is the key to success.
    Feb. 1, 2016
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    The days of telling the rookie firefighter to do something because “I said so” doesn’t work. When it comes to Millennials, if you explain why you want them to do something, they will do it.
    Billy Hayes explains that why in order to successfully work with the younger generation, the fire service must embrace soft skills.
    Feb. 1, 2016
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    Barry Furey covers 10 deadly assumptions to avoid in life-threatening situations.
    Feb. 1, 2016
    The U.S. Congress reauthorized the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act
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    The National Fire Sprinkler Association will hold its 2016 Annual Seminar, entitled the Business & Leadership Conference, May 3–6.
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    W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., recently announced an enhancement of the warranty program for its line of moisture barriers and liner systems. This comprehensive program is aligned...
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    Gary Ludwig addresses 20 years of HIPAA, noting that we’re all still confused!
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