The Animal Rescue by the Rescue 1122
The Animal Rescue Operations and the Role of the Rescue 1122 The animal rescue team at Rescue 1122 and the high-altitude animal rescue team of Alpine Swat have joined hands…
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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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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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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…
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Different Types of Ladders
Ladder used in rescue operations A ladder is a vertical or inclined set of steps, usually made of wood, metal, or plastic. They are used to access a higher level…
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How to put out an electrical fire in six steps
Electrical Fire An electrical fire can be a hazardous situation. If you are not careful, it can spread and cause severe damage to your home and property. However, there are…
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It’s water rescue season: Are you prepared?
What is water rescue season? Water rescue season begins in April and goes through September. Are you ready for the inevitable flood? Central Texas is seeing the effects of a…
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Flashover: Know when it’s time to get out
What is Flashover? A flashover is a sudden, usually explosive, and short-lived increase in temperature that occurs when something catches fire. It happens quickly in small spaces, often within only…
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Recruiting female firefighters: Closing the gender gap
Female Firefighters There has been a nationwide shortage of women in the firefighting profession. This is because women have traditionally not chosen careers in public service, or have not pursued…
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11 ways firefighters can support their own mental health
What is mental health? Mental health is an individual’s overall level of emotional, psychological, and social well-being. A person’s mental health can be affected by the person’s surroundings, genetics, personality,…
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