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….
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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How to put out a grease fire and cooking oil fire
The Dangers of Grease Fires and How They Occur Cooking causes over 165,000 home structure fires annually and is considered the number one cause of home fires, injuries, and casualties….
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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…
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