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Fire Stopping Pillows
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Fire Stopping Pillows
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeff Schwering Mar 14.
Back to Basics Part 4: Foam Eductors
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Cutting the drip loops.
This is a sensitive subject for some, but a basic skill I remember learning as a rookie.
Cutting drip loops is something that not all departments do, but it is necessary in some instances depending on where you are in t…
This photo shows what is supposed to be a light fixture. Now, this is likely in a residential building, like a house, but it is still something that will cause a fire.
Now, let’s say that you get a call for an “odor of” or something similar that…
My department gets 4 engines and a quint on a first alarm, with approximately 20 firefighters and chiefs. My primary concern is making sure I have no life safety hazard, assuming I don't, first line through the front door, followed by a back-up line…
Deploy your people. You are the big boss on this one, what next?
You are the incident commander on this fire. You can deploy who ever you want where ever you want.
I am allowing for your normal response of resources. No cheating!
Don’t worry ab…
I could not agree with you more.
I try to teach the new hires that one tool is nice but two tools are better. I also try to stress to them that our tools are designed for forcible entry and overhaul, but more importantly FORCIBLE EXIT. Our tools are there to get us out of situation…
I beleive this to be a parapet wall and a flat roof.
I also believe that all of the HVAC is on the roof adding weight.
I believe this to be a fast food joint and not alot of room inside for weight supporting pillars or beams so I am assuming a truss…
Jason, this new construction poses new strategic and tactical challenges for firefighters today. I'm constantly harping on the need for firefighters and company/chief officers to increase their knowlege and understanding of building construction and…
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- Sullivan
- Department:
- Sullivan Fire Protection District
- Title/rank:
- Deputy Chief/Fire Marshal
- Years of public service:
- 24
- Agency structure:
- Combination fire department
- Professional Qualifications:
- I have been in the fire service for over 20 years. I am a firefighter/paramedic as a career firefighter in North St. Louis County. My hometown department where I started as a volunteer is now a combination department where I am a deputy chief and fire marshal. I am graduating in June with a B.S degree in fire service administration from Eastern Oregon University. I do a great deal of instructing and recently developed a class called "A Firefighter's Own Worst Enemy" and I hope to get to present frequently. I am a divemaster and do a great deal with water rescue.
- Topics you provide training for:
- Firefighter health and safety, fire ground operations, leadership and officer development, recruit training and water rescue at lower levels.
- Web site:
- http://firefightersenemy.com
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Leader?
I have been reading books on historical figures and great leaders. I find these people fascinating and intriguing. Many of these individuals have been studied on their leadership style and characteristics in great detail. However, the parallels to these great politicians, executives, generals and peace keepers is that they were aware of their surroundings and those around them. They all understood there was a greater cause.
In the fire service, the same can be said about our great leaders. Heck,… Continue
In the fire service, the same can be said about our great leaders. Heck,… Continue
Posted on July 17, 2009 at 8:32pm —
Attitudes of the Spartans for the Firefighter
I recently watched the movie “300” and I find it to be inspiring and historically interesting. I have seen it maybe three or four times and this most recent viewing it made me stop and think. These Spartans were a proud, honorable and highly trained group of men and society. It was an honor to die protecting Sparta.
Sound familiar? The fire service should be a place that we are proud, honorable and in trying to save a life, we are revered for giving our lives to save another. At least that is th… Continue
Sound familiar? The fire service should be a place that we are proud, honorable and in trying to save a life, we are revered for giving our lives to save another. At least that is th… Continue
Posted on May 17, 2009 at 10:00am — 11 Comments
Be the Change Agent and Stay Positive
I was talking to some old friends that I had worked with when I had originally got hired as a career firefighter. We were discussing the “good old days” and having a good laugh. We all have moved on to different departments and districts since then, but we all agreed that those were some the best times of our careers. The pay and benefits weren’t great, we had our share of issues with the city, but we were a tight group and we had a blast on duty.
Most of us have moved on to bigger jurisdictions… Continue
Most of us have moved on to bigger jurisdictions… Continue
Posted on April 10, 2009 at 10:43pm — 2 Comments
Everyone Goes Home Summit
I am goint to attend this in March. I am really looking forward to this, especially the presentation on the Charleston fire. It will be my first time to attend anything at the NFA, and I am going alone. Is anyone on this site going to attend also. I would love to meet some of the great fire service people from this community. Stay safe and take care.
Posted on January 22, 2009 at 6:36pm — 4 Comments
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 10:12am on February 14, 2010,
Jeff Schwering said…
- Jason, I have some great wiring pics for you, they are simply, well you'll get the picture! Send them soon feel free to use as you see fit.
Jeff
- At 4:50pm on January 6, 2010,
Jeff Schwering said…
- Geat Picture for crew training Jason! Wiring pic the same way we all see this!
- At 7:52pm on April 13, 2009,
Paul J De Bartolomeo said… - Jason,
We still use the written log book system know as the Journal or "The Book". The house watchman is responsible for keepng the book updated at all times throughout the day and night. Typical entries include responses out of and returning to quaters, daily drill activities, incoming personell, visitors entering quaters, cheifs entering quaters, and unusual occurences to name a few. Our responses are also entered into the NYFIRS computer system upon returning to quaters by the officer on duty. Our hosewatch is manned 24 hours a day at 3 hour intervals.
Paul
- At 3:55pm on April 13, 2009,
Paul J De Bartolomeo said…
- Jason,
I enjoyed that thread and discussing it with you. Thanks for keeping it civil. We can all learn a great deal by remaining open minded in discussing fire tactics intelligently. I read your blog's and think thats great stuff keep up the good work and as always stay safe.
Paul D
- At 2:59pm on April 3, 2008,
Frank Ricci said… - Check out and sign up, we could use your input in our Tactical Building Blocks group. We are on the side under featured groups.
This group will focus on aggressive interior firefighting. We will address tactics that increase your chance of not getting jammed up and cover what actions to undertake if you do.We will cover some big issues as well as small tactical tips
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