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Street Smart Fire Officer

Becoming an officer is a daunting task. Becoming a good officer on the fireground is even harder. This group will concentrate on Fireground operations and the decisions that fire officers of all ranks make. I will post scenarios and ask question.

Street Smart Fire Officer Members (122)

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Street Smart Fire Officer Forum

Marty Hamrick

Asst. Chief Test

Started by Marty Hamrick Sep 3

I don't know if this is the right place for this topic, but I have been tasked with coming up with oral interview/ assessment center questions for the position of Asst. Chief of Department. Anyone ... Read More »

Brian Dalrymple

As a Company Officer, What tool do you carry? 6 Replies

Started by Brian Dalrymple. Last reply by Eric Hankins Sep 3.

Just a debate going on in my head for a while now. As a company officer do you carry a small tool just for the forcible egress or do you carry other tools to actually do work. What do you carry in ... Read More »

Jay Lowry

Tips On Size-Up

Started by Jay Lowry Jul 14

Size up is a critical component of fireground success. What are the items you look at when you arrive? Further, what tips can you offer to help other "Street Smart" officers read the scene? Read More »

 
 

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