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Firefighter Training: Never Left the Basics

How often do you hear the term "back to the basic?" One question that keeps popping up in my head is why did we leave the basics to begin with?

Article • January 30th, 2013

Weekly Drill: No. 103 - Ropes & Knots - Part 3

Drill #103: Ropes & Knots: Part 3 In the first two parts of this three-part series, we looked at the different materials and types of ropes. This segment looks at the different knots used today in the fire service. The drill is designed to be a...

Article • January 27th, 2013

Weekly Drill: No. 102 - Rehabilitation

Drill #102: Rehabilitation Readers will learn that rehabilitation encompasses more than just “taking five” to catch your breath. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up discussions among your crew members. Sit...

Article • January 20th, 2013

Weekly Drill No. 101 - Ropes & Knots - Part 2

Drill #101: Ropes & Knots: Part 2 In Part 1 of this three-part series (Weekly Drill #98), readers learned about the different materials being used in the manufacturing of fire service ropes. In Part 2, we are going to review some the construction...

Article • January 13th, 2013

Thermal Imaging: "Taking It To the Streets"

As thermal imaging becomes more mainstream in the fire service, the potential uses of the technology expands on a daily basis. Many firefighters think of a thermal imager as a “firefighting tool,” and immediately relegate its use to those...

Article • January 7th, 2013

Weekly Drill: No. 100 - Chemistry of Fire

Drill #100: Chemistry of Fire The most important objective an Incident Commander can focus on is that of firefighter safety! To assist him in this very important challenge, he must master the chemistry of fire. Understanding the reactions of the...

Article • January 6th, 2013

Close Calls: With Nothing Showing Initially... Part 2

This is the second of two columns about a close call experienced by members of the Mantua Township Fire District (MTFD) in New Jersey on Feb. 7, 2012 (part one was in the January issue). Part one featured an account by Chief Brian Hauss, who suffered...

Article • January 3rd, 2013

Weekly Drill: No. 99 - Lockout/Tag Out

Drill #99: Lockout/Tag Out All firefighters need to understand the hazards of not following “Control of Hazardous Energy” 29CFR part 1910.147, better known as Lockout/Tag Out. Readers will learn the difference between Lockout and Tag Out and...

Article • December 30th, 2012

Download: Weekly Drill 98 - Ropes & Knots Part 1

Drill #98: Ropes & Knots: Part 1 The fire service uses a plethora of different tools. One that is often overlooked, but worth its weight in gold, is the rope. In Part 1, readers will learn about the variety of materials being used for fire service...

Article • December 23rd, 2012

Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 97

Drill #97: Sprinkler Heads The most important component of the sprinkler system is the sprinkler heads. Sprinkler heads must be appropriate in design for them to function to their maximum capability. Readers will learn about the different types of...

Article • December 16th, 2012

Weekly Drill: No. 96: The Physics of Fire

Understanding of the chemical and physical properties of fire can help firefighters when it comes to controlling it. Having the ability to predict what the fire will do with the fuel available and where it will head will make it easier for choosing...

Article • December 9th, 2012

Weekly Drill: No. 95 - MSDS Part 2

Drill #95: The MSDS: Part 2 One of the rare, but welcomed pieces of information at a Hazardous Material incident is the material safety data sheet (MSDS). The MSDS is comprised of 16 sections that will assist you in managing the incident and...

Article • December 2nd, 2012

Thermal Imaging:A Vital Tool For Extinguishing Any Fire

When people think of firefighters, they often think about them running into burning buildings and risking their lives to save others. Movies and TV glamorize this aspect of the job and attach a certain hero status to it. All of us who work in the...

Article • December 1st, 2012

Weekly Drill: No. 94 - The MSDS: Part 1

Drill #94: The MSDS: Part 1 One of the rare, but welcomed pieces of information at a Hazardous Material incident is the material safety data sheet (MSDS). The MSDS is comprised of 16 sections that will assist you in managing the incident and...

Article • November 19th, 2012

Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 93

Drill #93: High-Rise Buildings Modern technology and energy codes have created many hazards for the firefighters in high-rise buildings. Having a thorough knowledge of a high-rise building’s systems is important. Improper or careless ventilation...

Article • November 11th, 2012

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