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    • October 2023

    The October issue of Firehouse includes feature articles on finding the perfect set of alternative PPE and the news of Firehouse returning to California to partner with the California State Firefighters' Association for CTEX 2024. Plus, read the results of the Firehouse Volunteer Run Survey, which includes responses from more than 650 volunteer departments.

    More content from October 2023

    Joh Salka
    John J. Salka Jr. provides an important reminder that getting ready for a shift or a drill is more than dropping your gear next to the rig at your riding position.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Photos courtesy of Veridian Fire Protective Gear
    Oct 23 Ppe Pic 9 (veridian)
    Patrick Redd explains what fire departments must consider when they contemplate the purchase of turnout gear for responses other than fires.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Photos courtesy of Total Technical Rescue Solutions
    A major drawback to wooden shores is that a rescuer must enter the trench to build the system.
    Brian Gettemeier, Mike Shafferkoetter and Matt Wilcox construct an easy-to-follow explanation of the equipment and steps that are involved in protecting victims and responders...
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Photo courtesy of Chief Edward Mullen, Perth Amboy, NJ, Fire Department
    Lateral and vertical spread are concerns in these types of occupancies. Note the tin ceiling that’s installed above the drop-tile ceiling in this store.
    Michael Daley explains the particularly ways by which fires in these occupancies can injure and kill firefighters who work inside of them.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Austin Daniels 3 28 23 New Bedford, Ma Apt Bldg Pic 8
    New Bedford, MA, Fire Department firefighters responded for a building fire with fire showing and people trapped.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Image courtesy of Command Consulting LLC
    Oct 23 Station Design Pic 1
    Michael Benson explains how equipping a station with a nontraditional power system has benefits beyond ensuring that an electric apparatus always is ready to respond.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Ctex Logo
    Firehouse Magazine and the California State Firefighters’ Association (CSFA) announced a dynamic new collaboration on the CSFA Training & Education Expo (CTEX).
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Peter Matthews
    Peter Matthews' conversation with an Uber driver reminded him of one of Fire Chief Alan Brunacini's famous takes on being a member of the fire service.
    Oct. 16, 2023