A Different Sea of Blue
By Michael N. Ciampo So many of us will never forget who told us about it or what we were…
FE Volume 166 Issue 4
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Names in the News
LANDRY MERKISON, an assistant chief of emergency services with Clayton County (GA) Fire and Emergency Services, received a scholarship from Columbia Southern University (CSU) and the Metro Atlanta Fire Chiefs Association.
Company/Association News
The PIPELINE OPERATORS SAFETY PARTNERSHIP (POSP) will be an exhibitor at FDIC 2013. POSP will host booth #9619, where it will distribute pipeline emergency preparedness information in addition to daily prizes.
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More FE Volume 166 Issue 4
Optimizing the Use of Live Fire Training Structures
Safety and performance training for firefighters must cover several on-the-job situations.
APPARATUS DELIVERIES
The Harquahala Fire District in Tonopah, Arizona, specified a large water tank on its ROSENBAUER/CENTRAL pumper because there are few hydrants in its district, says Chief Steve Sandell.
Firehouse Survival: Dealing with “Him”
If firefighting really is the best job in the world, why do we still have some who treat it so poorly, seem to hate doing it, and get enjoyment out of making those who love the job miserable?
How to Avoid Training Scars
I met a young firefighter some months ago who was in a difficult place-early 20s, sincere in desire and drive to succeed in the fire service, but feeling burned out far too early.
Training for Change: Saving Lives on the Front End
December 31, 2011, is a day that demonstrated the valued effects training has had on the members of the Tulsa (OK) Fire Department.
House Fires: New Threats, New Tactics
House fires today are different than when our fathers were riding the back step.
Leadership Excellence: Communicate Your Vision
Think about the best leaders, officers, and firefighters you have worked with. What made them what they were?
Pull Back Methods of Roof Cutting
You can perform the pull back method of roof cutting on roofs that are sheathed with tongue-and-groove decking and plank decking.