I was a new Batt Chief and we get a run for a structural fire in a private dwelling. It’s about 1 pm . The first engine arrives and announces a working fire and advises they are stretching a line. I arrive shortly thereafter as they are making the stretch. The fire is a well involved kitchen...
An amazing feat of piloting and demonstration of how training, experience and a quick checklist (cheat sheet ), coupled with the ability to remain relatively calm can result in positive outcomes during catastrophic events.
While I wouldn’t say it is widespread, it is suspect that several agencies around the country do pad/ or cook the books when it comes to record keeping for FAA ARFF training and ISO rating records. Several have been discovered. Perhaps the most notable of these was the Port Authority of NY/NJ...
The nozzle and the attack line are your lifeline . Electronics fail, radio signals can be compromised by interference, certain types of construction can shield radio signals , etc. People not electronics when it comes to something as life safety critical as pumping the line. I am all for...
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