September 2012

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September 2012
September 2012 Issue highlights

Truck Company Operations

Tile Roof Tactics & Considerations, Part 1 [7]

The construction industry has greatly evolved over the years and continues to do so. The fire service is therefore challenged to develop tactics that properly respond to those changes. As Randy Frassetto explains, one change that has come about is the introduction of tile roofing materials, both clay and concrete, in both traditional and lightweight construction. He further explains how to approach a fire that involves these materials.

By Randy Frassetto [8]

The Tech Transformation [9]

Since the release of NFPA 1901, the fire apparatus industry has experienced a steady stream of technological enhancements, most in the interest of firefighter safety. Bob Vaccaro reviews some of these new features.

By Bob Vaccaro [10]

Gear Test

Gear Test: Fire Axe Inc.’s Flat-Head & Pick-Head Axes [11]

With all of the technological advancements flooding the fire service these days, it can be difficult to remember what it was like before the technology was available. Randy Frassetto discovers that one tool, the firefighter’s axe by Fire Axe Inc., remains true to form, untouched by technology, and is still one of the most important, reliable tools on the fireground.

By Randy Frassetto [8]

Earlier this year, a vehicle accident along Southern California’s Highway 101 left a car dangling over a 100' drop near Santa Barbara. Seeing this incident made me question both my physical capabilities and mental preparation—but it also inspired me to better myself when it comes to certain extrication tactics ... like rope rescue tactics. AP Photo/The Santa Maria Times, Julian Ramos

[12]

Make the Cut

Extrication: Know the Ropes [12]

When it comes to extrication incidents, rescuers must have a basic knowledge of rope rescue equipment, how to safely set up a low-angle/descent rescue rope line, and how to utilize it effectively while carrying rescue tool and extrication equipment.

From the Editor

Cognitive Dissonance in the Fire Service [17]

There are times when we know a behavior is risky or unsafe but we rationalize that it’s still the right thing to do. In the fire service, this “cognitive dissonance” can have fatal implications.

By Timothy E. Sendelbach [18] aggressive attack [19], cognitive dissonance [20], Defensive Attack [21], modern fireground [22], safety [23], transitional attack [24]

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The Back Step

Why We Have a Responsibility to Commit to Firefighter Safety [25]

Battalion Chief Matt Tobia shares the moving story and photo of a child “meeting” his grandfather—who died in the line of duty—by visiting his grave.

By Matthew Tobia [26] culture of safety [27], line-of-duty death [28], LODD [29], Memorial Weekend [30], National Fallen Firefighters Foundation [31], NFFF [32], safety [23], tradition [33]

Broward County’s ambulance/pumper is built on a Pierce Velocity chassis. Photo courtesy Mike Jachles, Broward Sheriff PIO

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Apparatus Ideas

Pierce Builds Two Unique Vehicles for Broward County, Fla. [34]

Broward County is a unique department in many respects, operating under the auspices of the Broward Sheriff’s Office. And its apparatus needs are unique as well, as demonstrated by two recent purchases.

By Bob Vaccaro [10] ambulance [35], Detroit Diesel [36], engine [37], foam [38], Hale [39], Pierce [40], pumper [41], tanker [42], Ten-8 Fire Equipment [43]

The next several years promise a shift from the establishment of new hazmat teams to a focus on making the existing teams more prepared. Hazmat teams will likely adopt a back-to-basics approach to training. Photo Gert Zoutendijk

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The State of Hazmat Response in the Fire Service [44]

Fire-based hazmat response—while still relatively new to the fire service—is now firmly established. So what do the next few years hold for hazmat teams? Dr. Chris Weber takes a look.

By Chris Weber [45] air monitoring [46], chemical protective clothing [47], GuardION [48], hazmat [49], HazMatID 360 [50], MSDS [51], NFPA 472 [52], personal protective equipment [53], PPE [54], RAE Systems [55], Safety Data Sheets [56], Smiths Detection [57], WMD [58]

One possible temporary refuge area: a lush, large, green lawn. Other options include cul-de-sacs, parking lots, greenbelts, meadows, inside structures and inside apparatus. Photo AP/Elko Daily Free Press, Ross Andreson

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Wildland/Urban Interface (WUI)

Temporary Refuge Area Considerations and Options [59]

Escape routes and safety zones are among the most important safety elements firefighters have when fighting a wildland or wildland/urban interface fire. But as Jerry Burke and Kelley Gouette point out, when these elements become blocked or overrun with fire, a preplanned, temporary refuge area can provide firefighters with a short-term, life-saving alternative.

By Jerry Burke [60]Kelley Gouette [61] contingency plan [62], escape routes [63], planned tactical action [64], safety zones [65], Temporary refuge area [66], wildland/urban interface [67], WUI [68]

For an added challenge, do 10 push-ups in the low position on the multi-use sled and then travel 25 feet. Repeat as tolerated. Photo Monte Egherman

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Survival of the Fittest

Working Out with a Strength Sled [69]

The strength sled has become a popular workout tool, and its versatility makes it simple and easy for firefighters to use. Monte Egherman discusses some of the many ways firefighters can work out with the sled, and highlights exercises for certain muscle groups.

By Monte Egherman [70] DPX [71], drag/pull exercise [72], full-body workout [73], rope-pull [74], Strength sled [75]

Safety

Safety Officer Tools [76]

Scott Kerwood explains that the safety officer has several valuable tools in their "toolbox", some of which they may not even be aware of.

By Scott D. Kerwood [77] assistant safety officer [78], incident safety officer [79], Safety officer tools [80]

Nozzlehead

The Impact of Staffing Reductions [81]

A reader is looking for ways to influence local politicians about the importance of not reducing department staffing. Nozzlehead stresses that the best way to do so is to lay out the facts—and let them produce the emotions.

By Nozzlehead [82] brown-outs [83], LODDs [84], public education [85], staffing [86], station closings [87]

Fire Prevention

Strategies for Obtaining Fire Prevention Educational Materials [88]

Educational materials can expose at risk groups to valuable information. A question emerges regarding how best to acquire those materials. Here, Jim Crawford looks at the pros and cons of buying and developing materials.

By Jim Crawford [89]

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