Hoselines & Water Appliances

Images courtesy of Andrew Bozzo
The drawing and the command board here demonstrate a simple set up of divisions and groups. When assigning divisions to a wildland urban interface fire, the author makes sure that division supervisors know their title, objectives, resources that are assigned and the communications plan, aka TORC.
Andrew Bozzo explains why the box approach to incident command at wildland urban interface fires ensures that saving lives and protecting property are the top priorities.
Aug. 7, 2025
Photos by Jonathan Hall
Low overhead wires are common and can present a clearance issue or electrical shock hazard.
July 9, 2025
When the term outside stream is used concerning firefighting, many quickly make some assumptions that might or might not be accurate.
June 28, 2025
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June 23, 2025
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Snap-tite Hose Releases New Attack Line
May 2, 2025
Photos by Jonathan Hall
When stretching hose to upper floors, the required hose should be loaded onto the firefighters in a manner that allows it to pay off efficiently.
April 9, 2025
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Idex Fire & Safety Launches The Enhanced Sam Smart Nozzle 2
April 2, 2025
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Once the Double Hard Sleeve Gantry is slid to the rear of the apparatus and then tilted upward at an approximate 45-degree angle, the hook and loop straps are released to access the sections of hard sleeve for deployment.
March 17, 2025
Photos by Tom W. Shand
Freeland, PA, Fire Department (FFD) Engine 54 is a 1992 Seagrave that was ahead of its time with respect to incorporating multiple attack lines, split beds for large-diameter supply line, and portable and fixed master stream appliances.
March 3, 2025

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