John B. Tippett Jr.

John Tippett is the deputy chief of operations for the City of Charleston (S.C.) Fire Department. He previously worked for the Montgomery County (Md.) Fire and Rescue Service.

    Monday, May 7, 2012
  • Professional Development

    Empower Crewmembers to Have a Voice

    John Tippett provides a Near-Miss report that shows how one member of the crew prevented a potentially disastrous situation simply by asking a question, and then explains how crew resource management can create an environment where all crew members feel empowered to speak up. (May 7, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Tuesday, May 1, 2012
  • Technical Rescue-USAR

    Water-Rescue Near Misses

    Those engaged in water rescue know that extensive training and constant monitoring of the water they work in and around are essential for maintaining proficiency. Here, John Tippett offers two near misses that underscore the importance of understanding the power of water and respecting the forces of nature. (May 1, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Sunday, April 15, 2012
  • Apparatus Innovations

    Apparatus Innovations Help Avert Tragedy

    Even the simplest of apparatus innovations help save firefighter lives. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett reviews Near-Miss Report #07-1113, which shows how seatbelts prevented tragedy, and then explains the importance of keeping your apparatus well maintained. (April 15, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Sunday, April 1, 2012
  • Firefighting Operations

    Reading Smoke & Go/No-Go Decisions

    Smoke condition is a critical factor in the decision-making process related to whether to initiate an interior attack. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett examines provides three near-miss reports on this topic—reports that underscore the importance of honing your “reading smoke” skills. (April 1, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

    Tags: Strategy and Tactics
    • Thursday, March 1, 2012
  • Firefighter Safety

    Near-Misses Related to Tanker Truck Operations

    There are four primary indicators of the near-miss/mishap potential when operating a tanker. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett examines three near-miss reports related to these indicators, and offers useful tips for tanker operations. (March 1, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

    Tags: Emergency Vehicle Operations
    • Wednesday, February 1, 2012
  • Firefighter Safety

    Unforeseen Forces on the Incident Scene

    The incident scene is constantly evolving and, as such, incident commanders must conduct constant risk analysis to ensure scene safety. Here, Deputy Chief Tippett uses two near-miss reports to show how unforeseen forces can create dangerous conditions on the fireground, underscoring the importance of ICs maintaining situational awareness throughout the incident. (February 7, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

    Tags: Firefighter Safety
    • Sunday, January 1, 2012
  • Firefighting Operations

    Vacant Structure Fire Near Misses

    Vacant structures are set on fire with no concern for firefighter safety; there have been thousands of firefighter injuries and multiple fatalities at these structures. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett uses two near-miss reports to show why fires in vacant structures are so dangerous, and offers important considerations for how to approach these operations with a more cautious mindset. (January 11, 2012) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Thursday, December 1, 2011
  • Firefighter Fitness and Health

    A Wellness Mindset Can Be the Best Holiday Gift

    Although we all know that there is plenty of anecdotal and scientific evidence that health, fitness and overall wellness are essential elements to a long run in the fire service, there is clearly still a long way to go. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett uses three reports to show how visiting your doctor and listening to your body can help ensure that you’ll make it home to see your family after every shift—the best possible gift in the holiday season. (December 9, 2011) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Tuesday, November 1, 2011
  • Technology

    Technology Saves the Day

    Technology is clearly a game-changer in that it can make a huge difference in preventing injuries and fatalities; however, it still requires human interaction. Here, Deputy Chief John Tippett uses two near-miss reports to show how the success of any technology really depends on how the operator interfaces with the device. (November 7, 2011) READ THIS ARTICLE

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    • Saturday, October 1, 2011
  • Firefighter Safety and Health

    RITs Save the Day

    Using three Near-Miss Reports to illustrate his point, Deputy Chief John Tippett underscores the payoff when crews prepare and train for mayday events, ensuring their RIT operations are spot on. (October 10, 2011) READ THIS ARTICLE

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