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Dennis Walus

The goal of overhauling is to ensure that all fire has been completely extinguished while minimizing further damage to the structure. Photo by Dennis Walus
The goal of overhauling is to ensure that all fire has been completely extinguished while minimizing further damage to the structure. Photo by Dennis Walus

Fire Studies: Overhauling and Salvage – Part 2

As noted in part one of this column in the December 2011 issue, overhauling in the fire service is “the checking of a fire scene to determine that no fire remains.” A close examination ensures that every location where hidden fire could still be burning is thoroughly searched. Salvage is the...

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Fire Studies: Overhauling and Salvage – Part 2

As noted in part one of this column in the December 2011 issue, overhauling...

Article • February 1st, 2012
Setting the Standard

When we say “setting the standard,” what exactly do we mean? It means...

Article • October 31st, 2011
Danger at a Residential Basement Fire

In late January 2011, a close call was experienced by firefighters...

Article • March 30th, 2011
More on Rapid Intervention

Rapid intervention is a big deal. It's a big deal because the...

Article • March 30th, 2011
Danger at a Residential Basement Fire

There are no shortages of close calls, or worse, related to...

Article • February 26th, 2011
Manufacturers Roundtable

Firehouse® Magazine invited a representative sampling of...

Article • January 25th, 2011
Integrated Tactical Accountability

Part 1 – Introducing a Freelance-Prevention System That Works...

Article • January 24th, 2011
Five “Don’ts” of Thermal Imaging

As thermal imaging becomes a more integrated part of normal...

Article • January 24th, 2011
You & Your Bunker Gear – Part 2

Article • January 24th, 2011
The Rapid Intervention Reality of Your Department - Part 1

The sound of "Mayday, Mayday" heard over the radio on the...

Article • December 28th, 2010
Firefighting: It's a Whole New Ballgame

There is little doubt the recent recession has had a significant...

Article • December 28th, 2010
Behold the Beam

Part 4 — More Types of Beams You Are Likely to Encounter Welcome back...

Article • December 28th, 2010
You & Your Bunker Gear — Part 1

There are few more important pieces of equipment than our bunker...

Article • December 27th, 2010
On The Job: INDIANA

On Tuesday, June 22, 2010, a two-alarm fire sparked by a lightning...

Article • December 3rd, 2010
"The Cultural Divide": Exploring the Unknown

Culture is defined as the beliefs, customs, practices and social behaviors...

Article • December 3rd, 2010