Proactively Accomplishing Rapid Intervention Functions with Truck Company Operations
Firefighter safety on the fireground entails more than simply having a crew “at the ready” for rapid intervention purposes, Jim Silvernail says.
Rapid Intervention
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Maximizing Your Own Harness
If firefighters understand the simple capabilities of our own integrated harnesses, we can quickly put them to use in a variety of scenarios.
The Fire Chief’s Role in Rapid Intervention
The commitment of the fire chief is essential to establishing a strong fire department rapid intervention team philosophy, Dennis Reilly writes.
Commanding the Aggressive RIT from the Exterior
Trevor Frencic uses his previous military experience to make the case for sound rapid intervention team tactics outside the fire building.
More Rapid Intervention
Video: RIC Bag Connections
This video reviews a number of tactics, including low-pressure connections, full mask replacement, and high-pressure connections.
CT Firefighter Injured After Mayday Call, Fall Through Floor at House Fire
Just after 10 p.m. Tuesday, the Bridgeport Fire Department received multiple 911 calls for the multihome fire on the 700 block of Park Street.
Mayday: Firefighter Down
Mandy George provides an overview of training on what happens when firefighters get into trouble on the fireground.
Video: Packaging and Removal of Down Firefighter
This video from the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Training Division reviews a variety of methods to package and remove a down firefighter during a rapid intervention scenario.
Humpday Hangout: Are You Ready to Intervene?
The panel is joined by Orlando (FL) Lieutenant Bassel Ibrahim to talk about his "One Bad Day" program and being proactive with RIT.
Video: Rapid Intervention Crew Positions
This video from the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Training Division reviews rapid intervention crew (RIC) positions and responsibilities.
Firefighter Training Video: RIC Bag Connections
Captain Juan Miguel of the Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Rescue Training Division reviews low-pressure connections with the rapid intervention crew (RIC) bag.
Firefighter Training Video: High Ladder Rescue
Firefighters with D.C. Fire & EMS demonstrate various ladder rescue evolutions.