Menlo Park (CA) Firefighters Test Augmented Reality Helmets
Menlo Park firefighters are testing augmented reality (AR) tools designed to aid in making rescues in interior attacks.
Firefighter Tools
Firefighters are masters at devising tools and equipment variations that help them do their jobs. From the halligan to the New York roof hook, you’ll find training pieces on firefighting tools, including hydraulic equipment, webbing, forcible entry tools, ground ladders, saws, irons, axes, and more.
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Thermal Imaging Unscripted: What’s Next in TICs
Watch Now! Join us for an in-depth roundtable discussion with leading thermal imaging experts Manfred Kihn, Joe DeVito, and Andy Starnes.
12” Easy-Stack™ In-Line Axial Fan For Nonhazardous Locations
The Easy-Stack™ fan is Intertek C/US certified for electrical outdoor use in all weather.
Thermal Imaging Basics
Firefighters must know how a tool works to use it properly. Joseph DeVito details the basics of using thermal imaging tools.
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Making Entry with Through-The-Lock Pliers
Quintin Pavel discusses how firefighters can modify pliers so they are more effective for through-the-lock forcible entry.
Lone-Firefighter Forcible Entry Using Halligan and Hook
Sam Hittle demonstrates a single-firefighter forcible entry technique using a halligan and multipurpose hook.
More Firefighter Tools
Heroes Without Borders: International Insights into Firefighting Tactics and Tools
Watch Now! This session will draw a vivid picture of the common threads and unique challenges faced by firefighters around the world.
Rotary Saws: Choosing the Right Blade and Saw for the Job
Rotary saws have earned their place on fire apparatus across the nation. But what blade and saw combination is right for you and your mission?
Modernized Incident Command Tools Help Streamline Fire Response
Nearly 700 public safety agencies across North America have adopted a digital approach to fireground management.
Firefighting Basics: Rotary Saw Tips
Mark van der Feyst reviews some basic tips for firefighters when beginning to use rotary saws.
What’s in Your Elevator Response Bag?
Michael Dragonetti outlines the tools you should have for elevator rescue, how to use them, alternative methods to accomplish certain tasks, and additional training.
What Should Firefighters Keep in Their Pockets?
It's a good idea for firefighters to regularly review the tools they carry in their pockets and make adjustments, writes Mark van der Feyst.
Considerations for New Battery-Powered Cutoff Saws
Adam Haywood takes a close look at this vital fire service tool that greatly assists with all types of training, extrication, and other tasks.
Firefighter Chain Saw Basics: Two-Cycle Engines
Steve Shupert goes in-depth on two-cycle engines and the best practices for their maintenance and care for firefighters.
