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I think at the rate the automobiles are changing, if you're no longer consider yourself in the "learning stage" you're likely not being safe. My FD doesn't do nearly the number of extrications we used to due to most adjacent dept's getting their o...
Sorry, but I've got to offer a slightly different view on this. I agree that an aerial master stream can be a very effective tool, as it basically gives you much better accuracy of a large flow fire stream. Bringing a nozzle in close to an opening...
There are many factors to consider when determining RM or MM. We recently purchased a MM tower to replace a RM stick after a pretty long detailed review of our needs. But here are some highlights of the two types:
Rear Mount:
Tend to be shorter i...
We run Holmatro with Core Hoses. To say we love it would be a gross understatement. All our personnel comment on how much nicer it is the use, coil and work. The single hose elimination of the "dump" valve makes the tool set up much more user frie...
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 11:15pm on August 31, 2008,
PJ Langmaid said… - The Northeast is a very large place. Whereabouts are you?
- At 11:25am on August 25, 2008,
Todd McKee said… - Chief,
Let me be the first to welcome you to the greatest training site in the world. This is where the serious trainers come to learn and grow from each other. May I respectfully ask that you use your real first and last name. This is a tradition that everyone in the community must follow. I hope you understand and God Bless! Todd McKee
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