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More From The Jumpseat Articles
From the Jumpseat: The Safety/Identity Conflict
Mon, Aug 2, 2010
Do the stories that make up how firefighters think of themselves actually make it more difficult for them to operate safely on the fireground? Mark J. Cotter reviews a scientific study that says yes. |
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From the Jumpseat: Advanced Basics
Mon, Jan 26, 2009
Basic does not mean simple. Mark Cotter argues that teaching fire service fundamentals by training in context may be a more effective way of covering the basics than holding just another lecture.
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From The Jumpseat at FDIC
Mon, Jun 16, 2008
Mark Cotter discusses how attending the world's largest fire training conference helps keep him on his toes as an instructor.
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From the Jumpseat: Constructive Pessimism
Mon, Feb 4, 2008
It's easy for firefighters to become complacent about our need to study and train, but mentally preplanning for the worst-possible scenario can help us focus our efforts.
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From The Jumpseat: Everything in its Place
Fri, Jan 4, 2008
Make every operation more efficient by carefully deciding where to place equipment on an apparatus and keeping everyone informed of locations and changes.
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From The Jumpseat: Organizational Lethargy
Sun, Sep 2, 2007
The path to continuous improvement involves regular examination of our services. Mark Cotter writes about ways companies and department can stay nimble and adapt to changing circumstances.
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From The Jumpseat: Clearing the Air
Fri, Jun 1, 2007
Radio communications can become confused during some of the most crucial times during an incident. Mark Cotter has some simple steps to keeping your crews' channels open even in the most harrowing moments.
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From the Jumpseat: Nurturing Your Officers
Fri, Feb 2, 2007
Officer development requires the support of every crew member. Mark Cotter discusses simple ways to help train leaders in your company.
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From The Jumpseat: Teaching vs. Training/Walking The Walk
Mon, Oct 16, 2006
Training should be constant. Every call becomes an opportunity to model proper performance, observe for deviations, and address any discrepancies. The ideal is a balance where all members know what is expected of them.
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From The Jumpseat: Hurry Up and Wait
Mon, Oct 9, 2006
In order to carry out their primary function, which is to ensure the safety of their crew and the public we serve, more attention needs to be paid to what is happening at a fire scene, and less to a checklist.
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From The Jumpseat: Talking It Out
Fri, Sep 29, 2006
Powerful lessons can be learned by meeting immediately after an incident, while still on the scene, and in the relative safety of your own team. This serves as a demonstration for new firefighters, and reinforcement for veterans.
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From The Jumpseat: Spotting Talent
Mon, Aug 21, 2006
Being able to think and solve problems are great assets; teaching those skills is much, much harder, and holding onto those who already exhibit such attributes is vital.
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From The Jumpseat: Things Happen Fast - Be ready.
Mon, Jul 3, 2006
Ensuring that all parts of the fire attack mechanism are operating as designed is a constant challenge. Through these basic practices, though, we can remain both effective and engaged.
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From The Jumpseat: Know The Tools To Do Your Job
Mon, Jun 12, 2006
The dynamic state of many apparatus compartments can make it even more difficult to keep track of everything as the department purchases new equipment, temporarily removes malfunctioning equipment, or revolving shifts move equipment around.
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From The Jumpseat: The Well-Equipped Jumpseat
Mon, Apr 3, 2006
When I explore any new apparatus, the design of the jumpseats and how they help firefighters perform several key functions, form my criteria for assessing its capabilities.
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This is a test for From The Jumpseat
Mon, Mar 6, 2006
This is a test for From The Jumpseat
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From The Jumpseat
Mon, Mar 6, 2006
I hope to provide warnings, introduce innovations, and, in general, help us all to better understand our role as firefighters.
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