Firefighters face tough decisions when it comes to entering burning vacant buildings. Teresa Hinz examines risk-vs.-benefits analysis at these structures.
The Seattle Guys--Mike Gagliano, Casey Phillips, Phil Jose, and Steve Bernocco--answer questions to their 2009 air management Webcast, "All Hell Breaks Loose...And Now You're Out of Air!"
The fire service has made considerable progress in both technology and tactics, but the annual LODD rate remains consistent. Bruce Tenniswood writes about the possibility of lowering firefighter fatalities.
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The National Fire Protection Association has released a new collection of educational resources that make up an online tool kit to be used by local fire departments and others interested in raising community awareness about the need for smoke alarms.
In this week's near-miss report, an engine company, who was following a snow covered vehicle, is dealt a surprise.
Robert Jönsson, the chairman of the Department of Fire Safety Engineering and Systems Safety at Lund University in Sweden, takes office as president of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers for 2010.
The majority of fire departments in the United States and Canada have found themselves plunged into an arctic blast that is setting record low temperatures. This deep freeze reminds us that no matter where we deliver fire and emergency service, we can face situations that challenge our sense of norms.
The National Fire Sprinkler Association announced that it has named Ausmus Marburger of Fire Protection Industries in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, as the 2010 recipient of the Golden Sprinkler Award, the association’s highest honor.
Watching for changing conditions and remaining alert for the signs while reacting in sufficient time to prevent injury or death are critical functions for today's fire officer. This week's featured near-miss report deals with rapidly changing fire conditions.
