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Jason Louthan's Groups (16)
Truck Company Operations
310 members Latest Activity: Nov 17 A place to discuss any and all things related to Truck Company Operations on the fireground.
pride & ownership
13 members Latest Activity: Jun 28
Illinois Fire Service Institute
55 members Latest Activity: Jun 24 This group is for Field Staff, Institute Staff, Institute Researchers, students and other interested parties. All topics related to the Institute's…
Fire Service Leadership
254 members Latest Activity: Nov 18 No matter what type of tactics or operations your department provides, the quality and efficiency are dramatically affected by the leadership skills o…
Becoming a Better Instructor!
128 members Latest Activity: Nov 10 A group to discuss becoming a better instructors!
Training Officers Mutual Aid Group
182 members Latest Activity: Nov 11 Training Officers and Instructors group dedicated to professional development of TO's and Instructors.
“Pride and Ownership”
431 members Latest Activity: Nov 19 What are you and your department doing to get your firefighters to take ownership? Grab a cup of coffee and let’s visit! …and don’t forget to ch…
Hybrids and Alternative Fuel Vehicles
43 members Latest Activity: Oct 30 This group is designed to focus on the increased presence of Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles on the road today. Most importantly, we can use it…
Vehicle Extrication Today
98 members Latest Activity: 10 hours ago This group will discuss extrication issues from A-Z. From training issues,New Vehicle Technology and the latest tricks of the trade. We will share in…
Technical Rescue
119 members Latest Activity: Oct 9 Does your department have technical rescue capabilities? What kind of problems are you facing in regards to staffing, training and equipment? If you h…
Structural Collapse Rescue
91 members Latest Activity: Nov 15 discuss issues, incidents, causes and prevention of Structural collapse in rescue operations
ADVANCED VEHICLE EXTRICATION
131 members Latest Activity: Nov 18 This group will aim to share various "advanced" vehicle extrication techniques that are not normally taught in "junkyard" classes. Including tactics…
Heavy Rescue
140 members Latest Activity: Nov 16 All things pertaining to heavy Rescue operations
F.O.O.L.S.
183 members Latest Activity: Nov 18 Come and discuss or brag about your Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society (FOOLS) organization. Looking to start a chapter in your area, I am sure…
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Props and Training Aids
123 members Latest Activity: Nov 2 Share training aids and props that you have seen, or built.
Vehicle Technology - Concerns of today & tommorrow
43 members Latest Activity: Oct 30 Exchanging information on today's vehicle technology issues and preparing for tommorrow's concerns. Vehicle construction & materials, safety systems,…
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Fire Engineering Features
NFPA 1403 Live-Fire Evolutions at Fire Service Training Centers
Live fire training is an essential part of a firefighter's education, but there are significant differences between training at gas-fired versus non-gas-fired structures. Mike Gurr takes a closer look.Fire Engineering University: Online Continuing Education for Firefighters
Fire Engineering University is changing the way fire service professionals approach continuing education. Our goal is to provide you with relevant, topical educational content that is easily accessible. For a full listing of courses with descriptions, credits, and fees, go to www.fireengineeringuniversity.com.New Vehicle Extrication: 2010 Lexus HS250h
The first compact hybrid luxury sedan, this hybrid only model contains several unique features, including numerous air bags. Jason Emery reviews considerations for vehicle rescue operations.© 2009 Created by fireeng
