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Now that we have decided which mode of attack is appropriate and what our needed fire flow should be we can now select the appropriate size attack line. Top 3 Factors For Selecting The Best Hose Line: 1. Fire Flow Necessity and the Conditions We Face: As firefighters we are...

Epic Firefighter Fail. Let’s learn from this and/or be reminded. What happens when you set-up a hose line and flow water onto a transformer/electrical pole fire? This is obviously something we should never do. Since, someone has done it (amazing) and through the power of...

Flammable liquid fires are an often overlooked incident that firefighters may face sometime in their career. These are incidents that are rare in their occurrence and when encountered are often small in nature; such as a ruptured gas tank...

The fire ground decision making process happens very differently than the process we use in everyday life. There isn’t time to evaluate and slowly process information to consider your options or consult others and ask for their advice. Fire ground decisions have to be made in...

Photo Courtesy of Jefferson County   As we continue to discuss the “where” about venting a structure, we must spend some time talking about the where NOT to vent. Over my time in the fire service I have spent a considerable amount of time studying fires that did not go well....

Each and every PIO/spokesperson needs to follow these rules/guidelines to be successful in their job. Remember you are the face of your department and are highly visible. Represent well with a strong voice, articulate words, and positive presence. PIO Commandment #1: always...

In part 1 we discussed the reasons why your department needs a social media policy. In part 2 we will explore how to develop this policy and discuss some of the important items you should always include in your policy. Social media for the fire service is a venture that needs to...

By: Bryan T. Smith Welcome back to the 5 Minute Engine Clinic!  In the last issue we discussed the nozzle. In today’s issue we will dig even deeper and review the smoothbore nozzle. Click here to begin: 5 minute engine smoothbore nozzle NEW When your have read the article I...

Welcome to Volume 1, Issue #1 of the  5 Minute Engine Clinic! This is my way to bring you concise, detailed training material that you can use for yourself, your shift, your battalion or your department. It takes just 5 minutes but in the end it generates discussion and thoughts...

Rule #1 Love it & Honor it! The fire service has enough posers and T-shirt firefighters! The fire service needs clear headed dedicated people of strong character. Who are passionate about helping others and willing to pay the price day in and day out to master the art of...