Category: Fire Rescue Operations
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11 Toughest Firefighter Interview Questions
A firefighter is a person who rescues people from a fire. They are also responsible for putting out fires, preventing fires, and teaching community members how to prevent fires. A firefighter is a good fit if you have an adventurous streak and enjoy helping others in times of need. The interview questions for the firefighter…
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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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Angel Number 1122 and start of 911 in developing country
Emergency number 1122 commonly known as angel number 1122 in the world is an emergency helpline of the Punjab Emergency Service Department. The angel number is designated to seek help regarding any emergency i.e Medical, Fire, Building collapse, Flood emergency, etc. The Punjab Emergency Service Department (PESD) is also known as Rescue 1122. Rescue 1122…
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9/11 21st anniversary 2022 NYC
This year marks 21 years since the terrorist attack on the U.S. On 9/11 21st anniversary of 2022 is possibly celebrated in Newyork City. September 11 is Patriot Day and a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Americans are encouraged to volunteer in their communities on this day in honor of the victims and first…
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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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Why so many firefighters don’t become paramedics?
Within fire-based EMS systems everywhere, the number of firefighter paramedics is dwindling. Fire departments are trying to fill the vacancies by recruiting new paramedics. Campaigns for recruitment that promise great rewards, sign-on bonuses, and assured shifts away ambulances are loading Facebook feeds. Ten years ago, when jobs in the fire service weren’t plentiful, efforts such…
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What is the Fire Triangle?
Fire Triangle A fire needs three things to sustain it: fuel, heat, and oxygen. These three factors are called the fire triangle. The Carbon Dioxide (CO2) produced by combustion is one of the leading products of the fire triangle. Many firefighters use this principle to extinguish fires by removing one of the elements from the…