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1. The Basics. It's all too often someone forgets the Basics of Engine and Truck Conpany Operations. They need to be reminded and covered. 2. Honor, Tradition and Service. I'm a young firefighter, who comes from a long line of firemen. I am always…
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Very interesting article. I agree that it is difficult to get involved with politics because no one want to deal with it. My father was chief of my department for 22 years and I worked under him for 10 years until his retirement in 2004. I felt that…
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FireRescue magazine's Technical Rescue Web column Thank You, Haiti Rescue Responders By Harold Schapelhouman As the national (and international) urban search and rescue (USAR) task forces return from Haiti, they deserve our thanks for a job well do…
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Preaching to the choir, Chief. Actually, I wrote an article for Firehouse.com in the Volunteer Corner in 2003 about this very subject. I think the article was called "Add Politician to Your Profile". For some reason, firefighters don't view theirsel…
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Need-to-know info from Underwriters Laboratories study
By James M. Dalton, Peter Van Dorpe, Robert G. Backstrom and Steve Kerber

Editor’s note: In the February issue of FireRescue magazine, authors James M. Dalton, Peter Van Dorpe, Robert G. Backstrom and Steve Kerber share some information and tactical tips for fighting fires in buildings made of lightweight construction. What follows here is additional information from… Continue

Posted on February 9, 2010 at 8:00am —

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Tactical considerations for firefighting operations in lightweight construction

Battling the Hidden Danger
Tactical considerations for firefighting operations in lightweight construction

By James M. Dalton, Peter Van Dorpe, Robert G. Backstrom & Steve Kerber

Multiple firefighter fatalities at large commercial fires attract the attention and scrutiny they warrant. However, it’s also important to remember that many line-of-duty injuries and deaths occur in single- and multiple-family dwellings during routine, “bread and butter” residential fires. A review o… Continue

Posted on February 9, 2010 at 8:00am —

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Pictometry Imagery of Haiti Donated to GISCorps Volunteer Efforts

Following the destructive earthquake in Haiti, many companies serving the fire, EMS and law enforcement communities are playing a crucial part in rescue efforts. Over the next few weeks, FireRescue will highlight those companies that are having a direct impact on relief efforts.

Following is one example of a company striving to make a difference in this devastated nation.


Pictometry International Corp. announced t… Continue

Posted on February 5, 2010 at 1:23pm —

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Q & A with FDNY Chief Edward Kilduff

As of Jan. 12, the duties of chief of the fire department for the city of New York (FDNY) were officially handed over to Edward Kilduff.

Yesterday, Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano presided over the promotions ceremony that advanced Assistant Chief Edward S. Kilduff to Chief of Department, the highest uniformed position in the FDNY.



A member of the department since 1977, Kilduff worked his way up through the ranks, most recently se

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Posted on February 5, 2010 at 12:00pm —

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Thank You, Haiti Rescue Responders

FireRescue magazine's Technical Rescue Web column
Thank You, Haiti Rescue Responders
By Harold Schapelhouman


As the national (and international) urban search and rescue (USAR) task forces return from Haiti, they deserve our thanks for a job well done. They performed difficult… Continue

Posted on February 5, 2010 at 10:30am —

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At 5:50pm on May 12, 2009, LUIS ARMANDO said…
greetings have good articles with the experinces of the partners the we learn
At 9:00pm on February 19, 2009, Pete Methner said…
Hey Shannon, i had the opportunity to write an extrication article for your magazine a few years back October 2004 was the issue.... you got a great magazine going there... i enjoy every read.
Stay Safe

Pete
At 7:03pm on February 12, 2009, Pete Methner said…
Check out www.code4.com and check out their free down loadable quarterly magazines... it your one stop extrication informational Magazine.
Also while your there check out the Code4 learning channel... order yours today
At 1:14pm on February 8, 2009, R51 fan said…
Great magazine!
At 11:06pm on February 4, 2009, Denise Co 29 said…
Welcome from Berks County, Pa . Stay Safe !!!!!!!
At 5:44pm on February 4, 2009, jack lambert said…
welcome to ffn from new brunswick canada
 
 

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