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Tough Times Ahead for Fire Departments

After a reader writes to Nozzlehead explaining that he is being too negative about how the economic crisis has affected fire departments, Nozzlehead tries to address the reality of station shut-downs, brownouts, declining volunteer numbers, etc., and offers ideas for how the fire service can help change the public’s perspective.
(Monday, May 16, 2011) read
Tags: door control, legacy construction, lightweight construction, modern fuels, synthetic fuels, UL, Underwriters Laboratories, vent enter search, ventilation, ventilation-fueled fire, VES, Firefighter Safety, Firefighting Operations, Technology and Communications
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A Closer Look at the UL Ventilation Study

Research conducted in UL’s Northbrook, Ill., facilities examined fire service ventilation practices, combined with fire behavior involving modern home construction and furnishings. The conclusion: There are major changes happening in the residential fire environment and, as such, firefighters need to reexamine their tactics, especially those related to ventilation.
(Sunday, May 1, 2011) read
Tags: door control, legacy construction, lightweight construction, modern fuels, synthetic fuels, UL, Underwriters Laboratories, vent enter search, ventilation, ventilation-fueled fire, VES, Firefighter Safety, Firefighting Operations, Technology
Strategy and Tactics
Tactics for Battling Attic Fires

Attic fires present significant collapse danger and can be difficult to extinguish due to limited access. Greg Jakubowski presents some tips for ensuring you stay in control at an attic fire.
(Sunday, May 1, 2011) read
Tags: attic fires, Class A foam, compressed air foam, door control, hooking ceilings, locating the fire, piercing nozzle, positive pressure ventilation, PPV, size-up, ventilation, Firefighter Safety, Firefighting Operations, Engine Co Operations

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