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  • N.M. Tech Trains Firefighters

    The snow is pocked with tiny furrows of blast powder. A piece of 2-inch galvanized pipe is on the ground, one end blown open. A short distance away lie a pulverized watermelon.

    Article • January 1st, 2002

  • The Street Chemist - Part 3

    The first two installments of The Street Chemist dealt with the atom, the basic building block of our World, as we know it and the Periodic Table and Elements, which make up everything on Earth.

    Article • December 9th, 2001

  • The Street Chemist - Part 2

    All things on earth are made up of the elements or combinations of elements found on the Periodic Table. The atom, which was discussed in the previous section, is the smallest form in which an element can exist.

    Article • November 9th, 2001

  • The Street Chemist - Part 1

    Most emergency responders cringe at the thought of chemistry. Nonetheless, knowledge of basic chemistry is necessary to deal effectively with hazardous materials in emergency response.

    Article • October 9th, 2001

  • Role Modeling

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • October 1st, 2001

  • What Kind Of A Teacher Are You?

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • July 1st, 2001

  • Thermal Imaging Training: Covering The Basics

    Mike Richardson outlines the essentials of training firefighters to use thermal imaging technology to its fullest advantage.

    Article • March 31st, 2001

  • Practice Like You Play": Rapid Intervention Teams

    Mark Beirne and William Simpson point out that rapid intervention means having the tools, training and attitude to separate brother or sister firefighters from whatever jams they are in - and do it rapidly!

    Article • February 28th, 2001

  • Post-Operation Critiques

    Dr. Harry R. Carter offers a structured approach to learning from your fireground experience, and offers a unique perspective on fire service training.

    Article • January 31st, 2001

  • Washington State Fire Training Academy: Specialized Training For Demanding Needs

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • December 31st, 2000

  • Aerial Apparatus Fireground Operations
    Aerial Apparatus Fireground Operations

    Session Reference: 1 Topic: Aerial Apparatus Fireground Operations Time Required: 3 References:    • Truck Company Fireground Operations, Second Edition, Chapters 2, 8, And 11    • Essentials Of Fire Fighting, Third...

    Article • November 1st, 2000

  • Thermal Imaging Cameras: Training & Awareness

    Rick Crickenberger and Ben Sojka report on why firefighters must understand how the thermal imaging camera changes their behavior so as not to let it increase the danger when used.

    Article • October 1st, 2000

  • Warehouse Fires: An Easy Checklist For An Offensive Operation
    Warehouse Fires: An Easy Checklist For An Offensive Operation

    Robert C. Drennen provides a systematic approach to mounting an offensive attack on a fire in a warehouse-type structure.

    Article • February 29th, 2000

  • Amtrak Unveils The "Acela": What First Responders Should Know

    Christopher Palmisano reviews the training being given to firefighters and other emergency responders who protect America's railroads and passengers.

    Article • August 1st, 1999

  • A Firefighter's Story

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • May 1st, 1999

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