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  • The Strategic Six & the First Five Minutes
    The Strategic Six & the First Five Minutes

    Initial responding companies to the scene of a working fire have a huge responsibility when it comes to setting the stage for a successful suppression operation. When it comes to tasks on the fireground, the National Institute for Standards and...

    Article • October 12th, 2012

  • CDP Offers New Subway Training Module
    CDP Offers New Subway Training Module

    The CDP established a subway, as part of its newest training venue. The subway features four full-size cars complete with lighting, smoke, seating, video capability, and even realistic commercial signage that is common in subways.

    Article • October 8th, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 89
    Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 89

    Drill #89: Strip Malls Readers will learn how strip mall fires can pose several different types of safety issues to firefighters. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up discussions among your crew members. Sit down...

    Article • October 7th, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 88
    Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 88

    Drill #88: Lumberyard Fires Readers will learn what to look for and how to attack a fire in a lumberyard. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up discussions among your crew members. Sit down and talk about the...

    Article • September 30th, 2012

  • Goldfeder: Death of the Near-Miss Reporting System
    Goldfeder: Death of the Near-Miss Reporting System

    The continued funding of the National Fire Fighter Near-Miss Reporting System has officially been rejected and has not been awarded through the Fire Prevention and Safety Program of DHS. Since the program's inception, DHS/FEMA has provided $7 million...

    Article • September 25th, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 87
    Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 87

    Drill #87: Incident Safety Officer Readers will learn that the primary function of the Incident Safety Officer (ISO) is to monitor and assess safety hazards or unsafe acts and situations and develop measures for ensuring the personal safety of all...

    Article • September 23rd, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 86
    Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 86

    Drill #86: Emergency Management With large-scale disasters happening more frequently, readers will learn the responsibilities of the emergency manager during such an event. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up...

    Article • September 16th, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 84
    Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 84

    Drill: Hazmat Cylinders

    Article • September 2nd, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 83

    Drill #83: Functions of a Quint Readers will learn the functions of the quint, which is a specialty apparatus that brings five major operational components to the fireground on only one piece of apparatus. The drill is designed to be a single...

    Article • August 26th, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 80

    Drill #80: Incident Action Plans: Part 1 Readers will learn how the Incident Action Plan (IAP) assists the IC indecision making and identifying problems. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up discussions among...

    Article • August 5th, 2012

  • Thermal Imaging Camera Use for Patient Accountability
    Thermal Imaging Camera Use for Patient Accountability

    SUBJECT: Patient Accountability at Crash Scenes TOPIC: Thermal Imaging Camera Use for Patient Accountability OBJECTIVE: Given a scenario of a crash-damaged vehicle and unoccupied seats, the rescue team will be proficient at techniques to...

    Article • August 1st, 2012

  • The Firefighter Recruit Instructor

    Effective recruit training requires an instructor cadre that can mold these civilians into firefighters, but this requires a strong command and authoritative presence. Authoritative yes, but bullies, no!

    Article • August 1st, 2012

  • Don't Forget About Maintenance

    Routine maintenance ensures that a thermal imager performs when needed and enjoys a long service life. This column focuses on operational checks and battery maintenance. Operational checks Certain tasks can be done daily, weekly and monthly to...

    Article • July 1st, 2012

  • Firehouse.com Weekly Drill: No. 76

    Drill #76: Directing the Stream Readers will learn how to properly direct a stream so it will be most effective as it pertains to fireground operations. The drill is designed to be a single page of information to conjure up discussions among...

    Article • July 1st, 2012

  • Building Anatomy: Types and Classifications
    Building Anatomy: Types and Classifications

    Christopher J. Naum examines building types and classifications to anticipate variables in structural integrity and resiliency to the effects of extreme fire behavior for firefighters.

    Article • July 1st, 2012

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