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December 2008 Blog Posts (5)

Tandem Attack Video

I keep reading how departments insist on using 13/4 lines for Standpipe operations. Usually the set up includes a gated Wye, so a second line can also be stretched to supplement the lower GPM's. How many departments have ever trained on a tandem attack. If anyone is interested in learning more about how to do this leave your information on the comment page. A video on this topic will be available early next year.
Sincerely,
Ray McCormack

Added by Ray McCormack on December 31, 2008 at 9:16am — 30 Comments

Arson Neighborhood Mobile Watch Program for Summer Fire Season; Plan Ahead - By Lance Winslow

By Lance Winslow

Due to the bizarre weather patterns this winter California got pummeled with rain storms while Oregon and Washington are at a deficit. Nevada and Arizona now have deserts, which have come alive with blooming and greenness. These events are even evident from satellite photos from 100s of miles above the Earth. Even Colorado, Montana, Wyoming are a rain deficits.

The greenery in the deserts… Continue

Added by Lance Winslow on December 30, 2008 at 4:30am — No Comments

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Brothers and Sisters, enjoy the time with family and friends. Stay safe.

Added by Jordan Smith on December 26, 2008 at 2:03pm — 1 Comment

Riding Positions!

Does your Agency Have riding positions for Engine and Truck/Ladder positions? Are you familar with the concept? If you are please comment on how they work for you. If so does the assignment have a tool assignment also? Does the Position line up with agency Standing orders or SOG's?

Added by Chris Costamagna on December 24, 2008 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Air Medical Safety and the Fire Service

Our recent news announcing proposed FAA rule revisions on Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) and a public hearing by the NTSB in February 2009 cry out for fire service involvement (see: www.fireengineering.com/display_article/346289/25/none/none/HLTHS/FAA-and-NTSB-react-to-air-medical-crashes). 2008 promises to end as the most catastrophic year in the… Continue

Added by Mike McEvoy on December 3, 2008 at 11:02pm — 3 Comments

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