Saturday, November 21, 2009
Suppression
Heat Stress
In 2005, Germany had its first line-of-duty-deaths while using foam; here’s what they learned....
Class Act
Were the fire department and the city lulled into thinking that a “first class” department was the epitome of excellence? ...
TFT Announces Monitor Incentive
Departments in the process of specifying a new apparatus can qualify for a free monitor upgrade worth $2,500 from Task Force Tips....
IAWF Takes Stance on Climate Change
The International Association of Wildland Fire Board of Directors has issued a position paper on climate change in recognition of recent assessments of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. The board considers the potential effects of climate change on wildland fire to be a significant scientific and management focus....
tactics
Fire Team USA Targets Training
Fire Team USA focuses on several aspects of the sprinkler issue, among them politics, the fire chief, and economic and community development....
Cold Shock
Mass decontamination in frigid temperatures can be particularly problematic. Alternative facilities and dry decon are two options. ...
Upgraded USAR
The Dallas region’s needs revealed that a Type I urban search-and-rescue team would be a better fit than the originally planned Type III task force. ...
Forgotten Customers
It’s important to consider the transient members of the community when preparing for possible emergencies....
foam
Heat Stress
In 2005, Germany had its first line-of-duty-deaths while using foam; here’s what they learned....
CFD, UL Tests Combine Science, Street
The Chicago Fire Department and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. recently designed and conducted a laboratory-based test comparing the use of water alone....
Triple Wash
Each of the three major components of CAF systems — water, foam and air — have issues that should be considered before making a purchase....
EVTCC Introduces Foam Systems Exam
Fire apparatus technicians can certify their qualifications to work on foam systems by passing a new EVTCC exam....
