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The Why & When of Ventilation - Firefighter Nation
WEBMay 1, 2012 · When thinking about ventilation, firefighters often focus on the what, where and how–but what about the why and when? Here, Randy Frassetto reminds firefighters why ventilation is so critical ...
VIDEO: FDNY’s New Tower Ladder Responds - Firefighter Nation
WEBSep 7, 2021 · See video of the FDNY’s new 2021 tower ladder responding from its Amsterdam Avenue station on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, NY.
A Closer Look at LUNAR - Firefighter Nation
WEBFeb 1, 2012 · Being able to communicate effectively during a mayday situation could mean the difference between life and death. Homer Robertson reviews the well-known acronym LUNAR to reinforce the basic ...
What Exactly Is a Box Alarm, Nozzlehead? - Firefighter Nation
WEBFeb 22, 2013 · A relatively new firefighter writes to Nozzlehead to ask what constitutes a box alarm and what is a second-, third- and fourth-alarm box.
Know Your Forcible-Entry Basics - Firefighter Nation
WEBJul 1, 2010 · Jim McCormack explains forcible-entry basics from the right tools to do the job (K-tools, hydraulic tools, rotary saws and, of course, irons) to size-up particulars to specific skills all truck ...
Simple Ways to Determine Your Fire Flow Requirements
WEBFeb 1, 2010 · Understanding the needed flow for a particular fire is an essential skill. Homer Robertson reviews two common fire flow formulas and provides drills to help you practice them with your crew.
Understanding Your PPE Levels and Ratings - Firefighter Nation
WEBDec 31, 2013 · There’s certainly no shortage of technical data when it comes to evaluating firefighter personal protective equipment–THL, TPP, RPP, SET and more. Joel Calfee breaks down the most important ...
Understanding the Thermal Protective Performance of Your PPE
WEBApr 23, 2012 · The thermal protective performance (TPP) test revolutionized how we measure the protection PPE provides. But there’s more to the story. Robert Tutterow weighs in on what you need to know about ...
Understanding Building Construction Types - Firefighter Nation
WEBFeb 1, 2012 · Randy Frassetto breaks down the differences among the various types of building construction, offering tips about what tactics ladder crews should apply to each type.