Controlling a fire in the incipient stage, as opposed to controlling a fire that has reached the fully developed stage, can be the difference between a fire put out by one person and a fire put out by numerous agencies.
Training sessions should address topics such as how to spot symptoms in other members, understanding proper hydration, and understanding what other factors can contribute to heat stress.
Proper planning prepares firefighters to battle tank fires before they start.
There are several potential links involved in communicating at emergencies. Although there are many variations the following links are typical.
The Texas A&M Engineering Service (TTEX) Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI) is hosting the 33rd annual Spring Fire School this week.
The Mahoning County Hazardous Materials Response Agency drives up volunteer skills with regular hazmat training that’s as engaging as it is demanding.
The 10-acre training field comes complete with a combination multiple-story burn building and high angle rope rescue prop, a four-level simulated process unit, and a 24-foot diameter bulk storage tank.
The JOIFF webinar “Dislocation of Expectation – Commanding a Crisis in Unfamiliar Surroundings” will detail the key components of a flexible crisis command facility and list the steps necessary to recover from a major 'dislocation' event.
For hazmat training to be absorbed into the brain as both information and hands-on skills it has to be interesting and fun. How do you achieve that?
Lexington Blue Grass Airport’s aircraft fire preplan, and response goes beyond training its own ARFF members. The department also trains local partners in certified ARFF response.
Fire-Dex has filled the position of a newly created role on the sales team.
IFW hires new editor to drive editorial changes that advance a legacy begun 36 years ago.
Digital training on how fire departments can help their industrial firefighters deal with stress, PTSD, and other mental health issues.
Bruce Walker previously worked in aerospace and defense.
By ALEX ING/NFPA
Chevron firefighters take to the TEEX training field at Texas A&M to gain valuable live-fire experience.
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