This week on 60 Second Safety we discuss Basement fires.
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Tactical Fire Problem – Fire in a two story wood frame with Victims
This week the tactical fire problem is in a two story wood frame with victims.
1.) Based upon conditions, how much action time do you have in this room?
2.) What actions might be taken immediately to make a difference?
3.) What is the best way for victim removal?
4.) How many personnel will it take for this rescue?
5.) How can you adequately train for this scenario? When was the last time you drilled on this?
Firefighter Training Podcast – Discussion of NFPA and Personal Protective Gear – An Interview with Chief Bruce Varner (Ret.)
This week the Firefighter Training Podcast talks about the NFPA and how to interact with them, and we discuss Personal Protective Gear.
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60 Second Safety – Length of Burn Time
This week 60 Second Safety is about the length of burning time.
Tactical Fire Problem – Apartment Hallway with Victim
This week we are looking at an apartment complex with a victim in the hallway.
1.) Let us consider that this is floor 3 of this building. What are the construction features that can help you in this situation?
2.) What could one victim in the hallway indicate?
3.) What are the best actions for the first company on this fire?
4.) How many personnel will it take to remove this victim from floor 3?
5.) What is the attack plan?
Leading The Modern Volunteer Fire Department January 31, 2015 Sussex NJ
Program Description
This program will look at multiple facets of leading the modern Volunteer Fire Department. The program will cover fireground operations to make you safer, company officer challenges and motivation tips and techniques, and departmental group and team building behaviors. The team of Instructors bring all levels of experience and ability into a comprehensive blend of knowledge, skills and experience to help members of all types from the newest member, to the seasoned veteran.
Instructors For The Day
Lt. John Dixon, Teaneck NJ Fire
Captain Andy Starnes, Charlotte NC Fire
Chief Pete Lamb, North Attleboro, MA (Ret.)
When: January 31, 2015
Where: Sussex Volunteer FD
25 Loomis Avenue
Sussex NJ 07461
Time: 8:00-9:00 Registration
9:00-4:30 Classroom
Other: $25.00 Preregistration
$30.00 At The Door
Refreshments will be available !
Firefighting Today Weekly Roundtable – A Discussion about Role Models and Mentors
This week the panel will talk about role models, mentor what makes a good one, and how to be a good mentor for someone. Join us live here on the events page or watch us live on YOUTUBE and leave a comment to interact with the panel.
Firefighter Training Podcast – Tactical Thermal Imaging – An Interview with Captain Andy Starnes
This week the Firefighter Training Podcast talks with Captain Andy Starnes about the tactical use of a thermal imaging camera.
We also introduce the new training website instructorjohndixon.com that we ask listeners to check out.
60 Second Safety – Entry Level Skills
Can making changes to entry level skills be a safety hazard?
Tactical Fire Problem – Mailbox Fire
This week a small fire with some complications.
1.) What is the best method of extinguishing this fire?
2.) Do you even know or have the contact numbers of who you have to contact and notify?
3.) Because of the container, could there be any other hazards or complications?