The Firefighter: A Jack-of-All-Trades
Tim Pillsworth discusses how we can remain masters of firefighting basics and still meet our communities' expectations when it comes to all-hazard response.
Firefighting Basics
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Safety Stand Down: Getting Back to the Basics for a Successful and Productive Fire Training Program
Training needs to move beyond going through the motions and teaching the same drill topics year after year, writes Judy Thill.
Humpday Hangout: Getting Back to the Basics
Brian Zaitz and other members of the ISFSI talk about the 2024 Firefighter Safety Stand Down and the back-to-basics theme.
‘Fire Training: Back to Basics’ Announced as 2024 Theme for Safety Stand Down
This year's theme emphasizes proper strategies and tactics with a focus on the fundamentals.
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Firefighting Basics: Webbing in Your Gear
There are myriad uses for webbing on the fireground. Mark van der Feyst describes some basic concepts of storing webbing in your gear.
Firefighter Basics: Aerial Ladder Fundamentals
Mark van der Feyst discusses some fundamental aspects firefighters need to consider when getting acquainted with their aerial apparatus.
Firefighting Basics: Ladder Tip Positioning
Mark van der Feyst examines how ladder positioning can help firefighters gain access for ventilation and rescue—or make a quick escape, if needed.
Firefighter Fundamentals: Handline Deployment and Nozzle Control
Mandy George offers an overview of the fundamentals of hoseline use for structural firefighting operations.
Firefighting Fundamentals: SCBA Basics
Mark van der Feyst reviews the SCBA basics that every firefighter needs to know and practice.
The Positive-Pressure Ventilation Fan
Mark van der Feyst reviews some core concepts of using a positive-pressure ventilation fan for postfire ventilation of a structure.
Firefighter Basics: Pulling the Proper Size Line
Practicing with hoseline selection and size-up can help firefighters avoid becoming complacent when confronted with different fire scenarios.
Firefighting Basics: The Auto Ex 360
Mark van der Feyst reviews some of the things firefighters must be cognizant of when sizing up a vehicle accident scene.