Category: Firefighting Tools
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Fire Safety Considerations for Care Homes
Introduction Fire safety protocol is crucial to running a care home. Staff members should be trained on proper fire safety protocol and know what to do in the event of an emergency. Being familiar with a building’s fire alarm system is imperative. Get everyone involved — so everyone is prepared, have a practice run in…
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Fire Drone | Also can be used for helping fire departments
Fire Drone – A modern fire extinguisher Drones are becoming more and more popular for a variety of different uses. Drones are being used for filmmaking, industrial spying, mapping out real estate, and even delivering pizza in New York City. But one thing they’re not as commonly used for is fire fighting. That’s changing though…
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Fire Hydrant Color Code: What Do Hydrant Colors Mean?
Fire Hydrant and their color codes In large US cities, fire hydrants may be arranged in a grid pattern with most streets. Access a water main at least 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter. The fire hydrant color code is an important way to help keep everyone safe and secure. Each hydrant can be controlled…
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What firefighters need to know about AFFF Foam
Introduction of AFFF Foam The use of AFFFs (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) in firefighting can have a number of negative effects on firefighters. Including exposure to toxic chemicals such as PFAS. To prevent this, Firefighters need to know what AFFF Foam is and how they can limit their exposure to it while fighting fires. What are…
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5 fire engine pump operator mistakes
FIRST 10 MINUTES OF ANY FIRE To become a motor pump operator (MPO) (fire engine pump operator) nobody is busier than the MPO in the first 10 minutes of any fire. There is a lot of knowledge, skill, and hustle that must be employed to establish a water supply, supply the attack lines or appliances…
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Check list of PPE firefighter: What to wear for safety and comfort
PPE FIREFIGHTER When you hear the term PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), your first thought is probably your structural PPE. Many firefighters consider their structural PPE their only Protection. It must be a one-size-fits-all option for personal Protection. Let’s discuss PPE firefighter. Your job isn’t a one-size fits all job. Fire service is just one of…
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Fire safety on construction sites: What firefighters need to know
May not yet install and functioning Sprinkler systems, smoke detection, and fire alarms. Rarely don’t hear about significant fires in buildings under construction, renovation, or demolition for more than a week. These incidents are more common than we realize. There have been several fires in recent months in Idaho’s commercial buildings, as well as in…
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People first or water first?
Water first or people first? A critical question for the first-arriving crewmember People first or water first? This is a crucial issue for the crew member who is first to arrive. Three priorities should be at the forefront: life safety, accident stabilization, and property conservation. The most important one is safety for life. Life security…
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Few things to know before buying a rotary saw
What is a Rotary SAW? A Rotary saw is an electrical machine that we use in different industries to cut, shape, and finish wood, metal, plastic, and other materials. The rotary SAW most of the time we use in rescue operations when people are trapped in confined spaces. The user used this to cut the…