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Robert Owens
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  • Mechanicsville
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Robert Owens replied to Marques Bush's discussion Rope bags for Suburban Truck Ops in the group Suburban Fire Tactics
"I carry a 50 foot bag of rope with me hanging off my SCBA every tour, Engine or Truck. The rope is the small cordage type and in a small bag. I attach with the clasp on the bag to the TIC strap on our SCBA (MSA). While I am a little taller than you…"
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Suburban Fire Tactics

Suburban Fire Tactics is a forum to research, document and share the challenges and solutions encountered by firefighters and fire department administrators operating in urban interfaces.Suburban Fire Tactics is not a be-all, cure-all conclusion the the ailements, hazards and challenges that evolve daily in our industry. Just as the science, infrastructure, tools and mentalities change, so should the tactics used to complete our fundamental mission- to save life, mitigage hazards and preserve…See More
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Columbia Southern University

Discussions and networking for people participating in the CSU Fire Science and fire realated on line degree programs
May 16, 2012
Robert Owens replied to Bobby Halton's discussion Looking for 1000 Runners at FDIC
"Good Deal, just didnt know if they would cancel it or not....IF IT AINT RAINING WE AINT TRAINING! "
Apr 1, 2012
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Forcible Entry/ Forcible Exit!

All things under the heading Forcible entry/ exit. Tools, methods (which are most effective in your area?) , locks, bars, gates, enclosures (What's new on the buildings?), Bolt patterns on commercial occupancy rear doors, Tips and tricks!
Mar 29, 2012
Robert Owens commented on Christopher Huston's blog post Firefighter Fundamentals
"Good stuff, it definetly gives us something that defines what a Firefighter is and should be."
Mar 29, 2012

Profile Information

Lives in:
Mechanicsville Va
Department:
Henrico Fire
Title/rank:
Firefighter/EMT
Years of public service:
15
Agency structure:
Paid fire department
Top issues in your department:
Staffing, funding, real life training
Professional Qualifications:
ff1,ff2,EMT-B,Instructor1 and 2, Officer 4, DPO, Aerial Operator, Confined Space, Vehicle rescue, Heavy Vehicle rescue, Rope Rescue 1, IMS, Haz-Mat OPS, May Day Frefighter Down, Advanced Engine and Truck Ops,NREMT-I, Currently pursuing bachelors degree.
Topics you provide training for:
Engine Company and Truck Company ops, Fire fighter safety and survival. Classroom presenter FDIC 2011,2012 and FIREHOUSE EXPO 2012
Areas of expertise:
RIT, Engine Company Ops.
Bio:
15 years in the fire service. Began as a volunteer with Mechanicsville VFD at age 15. Hired by Stafford County Fire and Rescue as a career firefighter at age 20. Currently with the Henrico County Division of Fire assigned to station 6 on B-shift. Also a part time firefighter with New Kent County Fire Rescue. Married with a 2 year old son. I also enjoy baseball,football, MMA, and NASCAR.
Web site:
http://www.averagejakeff.wordpress.com

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At 4:07pm on March 13, 2008, Frank Ricci said…
Robert, we could use your input in our group we are listed on page 2. Tactical Building Blocks & Air Management
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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