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Video: Stockton FD Offers a Complete Look at the January Fire That Raised...
The Stockton, CA Fire Department training division put together a video featuring scene video, audio, and commentary on fire they experienced in January. Additional details include reports of 2...
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Video: House Fire…The Fire Critic Weighs in on Improper Ventilation Technique
I have something to say. Many ask why I don’t weigh in on actions and tactics I see in videos I post on FireCritic.com. This is one of those times I CANNOT stay silent. Fast-forward to 3:50 in the...
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Product Snapshot – Handle It by Grail Fireground Solutions
Grail Fireground Solutions – Handle It Tool - Facebook Handle-It is a high strength (400 pound rating), lightweight (3 ounce), 36″ long self-adjusting tool designed to assist firefighters with a wide...
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Oncall® Live Video System Including GPS Streaming From Fire Cam
FireCritic.com is proud to announce the Oncall® Live Video System from Fire Cam Police and Fire Cameras. The Oncall® Live Video System enables emergency services personnel to stream live video, audio...
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Top Firefighting Books – Part II (56 Books)
You speak and I listen!!! I recently compiled a list of 54 MUST READ Firefighting books (view that list here). There were many left out…as you all told me immediately. That’s okay though, because now...
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Video: Condo Fire w/ 3 Rescues From Command Perspective
This video is a great training tool for a multitude of reasons. Listen to the communications, everyone was speaking clearly and calmly. It was interesting to see the fire from command’s point of view....
View ArticleTECGEN Technical Rescue/Wildland PPE – Product Snapshot
TECGEN® brand non-structural turnout gear is dual-certified for Wildland Fire (NFPA 1977-2011) and Technical Rescue (NFPA 1951-2013). Learn more at Fire.TECGEN.com. TECGEN®XTREME garments are the...
View ArticleVideo: Firefighter Knocked Out Cold During Training
From the video: A firefighter is knocked out cold during fire training by an out of control hose in this surveillance video. Location and department will not be given to protect their identity.
View ArticleProduct Review: FoxFury SideSlide C-Clamp Side Mounted Helmet Light
This is a product review for the FoxFury: SideSlide C-Clamp Side Mounted Helmet Light, 200 Lumens Powerful LED flashlight with innovative helmet adapter, which allows the light to convert to a side...
View ArticleMSA Pulls Back Curtain on Breakthrough Innovations for Firefighter Protection
I had the pleasure of getting a personal one-on-one demonstration of MSA's new G1 SCBA. This SCBA offers innovation and comfort. If your department is looking at new SCBA systems, this MSA G1 should be...
View ArticleChannellock Model 86 Rescue Tool: Product Review
For me, the reason for carrying a set of Channellock rescue tools is two-fold. I always have some cutters on me in a time of need (whatever that might be (including a spanner wrench). The other main...
View ArticleRegister Now for NCSFRI. I Will Be Presenting on Fire Service Blogging!
I will be presenting at the North Carolina Society of Fire Rescue Instructors conference coming up May 27-30th. Come out and join me, learn, and catch the rest of the conference! The pre-conference is...
View ArticleFire Service Blogging 101…What You Need To Know
Blogging is an excellent way of sharing ideas, training, education, and opinion to people interested in the topics you are passionate about. This article offers basic fundamental ideas for getting...
View ArticlePassion
I think if I had to give one word that separates us from MOST other professions/trades the answer would be just that...PASSION.
View ArticleIron Fox Axes – Product Snapshot
I received 2 Iron Fox Axes from Engine Co. Apparel. *The video above and 3 below are from Iron Fox Axe. Note: Engine Co. Apparel currently has a 10% Off July 4th special. Use the coupon code...
View ArticleThe Vulcan, Lt. Pete Lund, and his Legacy (2 Videos)
If you are an instructor, the legacy that Pete Lund has left is something that should drive you to consistently reevaluate yourself in offering the very best to the fire service. Read on....
View ArticleNFPA’s new Alternative Fuel Vehicles Training Program
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced the launch of its new Alternative Fuel Vehicles Training Program for U.S. Emergency Responders, which is now available online.
View ArticlePrinciples of Modern Fire Attack: SLICE-RS (5 Videos)
A closer look at identifying and controlling the flow path, as part of the SLICE-RS Concept in the Principles of Modern Fire Attack Program from the International Society of Fire Service Instructors....
View ArticleThe Cleveland Load (5 Videos)
The Cleveland load (aka Metro load or Roundabout load) is handline load primarily used for high-rise applications from what I have found. Other applications would be when deploying a handline not...
View ArticleWhy Aren’t Firefighters Learning From Science and Research?
So why is the science of Firefighter Safety Research Institute, NIST Fire Research Division, Kill the Flashover, and other organizations falling on deaf ears?
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