Understanding Building Construction Types
WEBFeb 1, 2012 · Randy Frassetto breaks down the differences among the various types of building construction, offering tips about what tactics ladder crews should apply to each type.
VIDEO: FDNY’s New Tower Ladder Responds - Firefighter Nation
WEBSep 7, 2021 · Video via THEMAJESTIRIUM1’s YouTube page. See video of the FDNY’s new 2021 tower ladder responding from its Amsterdam Avenue station on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, NY.
The Latest in Fire Service News | Firefighter Nation
WEBMastering Fireground Command – Calm the Chaos. Firefighter Nation is the trusted source for firefighters. Find breaking firefighting news, LODD, NIOSH updates, rescue videos, fire buff videos ...
The Why & When of Ventilation - FirefighterNation: Fire Rescue ...
WEBMay 1, 2012 · Simply put, we ventilate fire to improve interior conditions and to reduce the chances of getting people (citizens and firefighters) hurt or killed. The most severe event we face from fire is ...
Understanding Your PPE Levels and Ratings - Firefighter Nation
WEBDec 31, 2013 · There’s certainly no shortage of technical data when it comes to evaluating firefighter personal protective equipment–THL, TPP, RPP, SET and more. Joel Calfee breaks down the most important ...
VIDEO: FDNY at Brooklyn Structure Fire
WEBSep 21, 2021 · See video of the FDNY fighting a fire above a commercial laundry equipment store at 44th Street and 15th Avenue in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn (NY).
Nozzle Types, Pros and Cons - FirefighterNation: Fire Rescue ...
WEBJun 21, 2012 · This nozzle is also good for use with foam applications, as it self-aspirates the foam at the tip. The drawbacks when compared to smooth-bore or variable-stream nozzles: reach and penetration ...
The Four Warning Signs of Flashover - FirefighterNation: Fire …
WEBMay 30, 2020 · Rollover. Rollover is a reliable sign of a flashover but because of thick, black smoke it may not be visible. You may not be in the room that is on fire; therefore, you might not see it.
Understanding, Anticipating & Avoiding Flashover
WEBAug 1, 2008 · It goes without saying: Firefighting is dangerous work. Responding, for example, to a compartment fire, firefighters are faced with dynamic, rapidly changing conditions that present a significant ...
A Guide to Hose Selection - FirefighterNation: Fire Rescue ...
WEBAug 1, 2014 · Length The length of the hose should be carefully considered prior to purchase. For attack hose, the most common options are 50 and 100 feet. Two 50′ lengths will always cost a bit more, as ...