Operations & Training

The Firehouse.com Operations & Training product category is a collection of information, product listings and resources for researching various firefighter and fire department operations and training equipment and resources, including firefighter hoses, training props and materials, EMS supplies, ladders, hand tools and equipment options.
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firefighter dangers downed power lines Billy Goldfeder
July 10, 2025
Billy Goldfeder found that the circumstances of a fire at a firefighter's house serve as a great reminder of the importance of size-up for downed power lines and the danger to...
Detroit Fire Department - Chief 3 Explosion 3 Dwellings (McCormick St & Moross Rd)
July 7, 2025
Detroit firefighters said houses on both sides of the one that exploded were damaged.
fire department leadership officer Peter Matthews
July 7, 2025
Peter Matthews shines a light on the importance of continuity, consistency and guidance at a time when officer development is particularly challenging.
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Workers at Camp Mystic During Deadly Flooding
July 6, 2025
Officials said 63 people have been rescued from flood waters and debris in Central Texas so far but many are missing.
Fatal Fire in Los Angeles' Pacomia Neighborhood Amid Fireworks
July 5, 2025
Firefighters later found a body after finding three one-story homes on fire as fireworks were fired off at the scene.
Four Alarm Fire in Paterson Displaces 17
July 5, 2025
The four-alarm fire swept through two Paterson homes and displaced 17 residents.