Performing Under Yellow: Motorsports Rescue Readiness
Track safety personnel must uphold the standards of the sport, the firefighting profession, and the track itself. Rob Nowakowski on low-cost ways to keep that edge.
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Minivan Slams into Long Island (NY) Nail Salon, Killing Four, Injuring Nine
A minivan slammed into a Long Island nail salon Friday, killing four and injuring nine people inside the business at the time.
Boston Firefighters’ Vehicles ‘Severely’ Damaged During Celtics Parade
A group of spectators climbed on top of several vehicles outside the department’s firehouse on Boylston Street during the Boston Celtics championship parade.
Staying At the Top of Technology Curve
In the world of extrication equipment, Holmatro has stayed at the top of that curve by continually innovating.
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Regulators Suspend Recently Approved San Francisco Robotaxi Service for Safety Reasons
Fire and police officials had asserted the driverless vehicles had been impeding traffic in emergencies during a testing phase.
Response to Railway Incidents: Train Strikes and Extrication
Trevor Frodge reviews an incident for the West Chester (OH) Fire Department in which a patient became caught underneath a train.
Training Minutes: Dash Roll on Large Vehicles
Steve White describes and demonstrates how to perform a dash roll on the cab of a tractor trailer.
Vehicle Rescue: Steering Column Options
Steve Shupert reviews a variety of techniques for lifting steering columns during vehicle extrication operations.
Electric Vehicles: Door Access and Removal
Dalan Zartman and Jason DeFosse examine considerations for door access on EVs and present a method for door removal via hinge attack.
Wrecker-Assisted Rescue
Incidents involving heavy vehicles involve more considerations on scene. One answer is for firefighters to use the wrecker/tow truck for rescue work.
Training Minutes: Electric Vehicle Hazards
Jason DeFosse and Dalan Zartman discuss various hazards firefighters may face at incidents involving electric vehicles.
CT Volunteer Fire Policeman Struck by Vehicle While Directing Traffic
The Bolton Volunteer Fire Department fire policeman suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the incident.