Read our November 2020 issue, which features pieces by Jerry Knapp, Robert Policht and James Kovacs. Jim Leer, and more!
FEATURES
Miami-Dade Responds to Waste Oil Facility Fire
Although the overall safety record of these businesses is remarkable, accidents do happen. Prepare for a long, drawn-out firefight that can overwhelm your capabilities. ALVARO TOñANEZ
Tactical Size-Up of Natural Gas Emergencies
Improve your size-up at natural gas emergencies by understanding gas migration, your combustible gas indicator, and the value of an explosive gas meter. With the sidebar by Frank Montagna “The Properties of Natural Gas.” JERRY KNAPP
Dramatic Swiftwater Escape, Passaic, New Jersey
A vehicle and its occupant were swept away by rising floodwaters. Here is an account of the successful
rescue and vehicle recovery efforts. JAMES KOVACS AND ROBERT POLICHT
The Components of the Gas Detection Puzzle
Learn how to interpret readings from sensors commonly found in multiple gas detectors used by the fire service. JIM LEER
The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG): Not Good Enough, Not Safe Enough
Four problems with the ERG are its one-size-fits-all approach, the cry-wolf syndrome, poor editing/technical inaccuracy, and failure to revise in response to disasters. VYTO BABRAUSKAS
How Immediate Is Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health?
It is important to acknowledge that the term “IDLH” focuses on the urgency to escape such dangerous conditions. MICHAEL HEFFNER
Hazmat Response and the Fire Codes
When responding to hazardous materials incidents, you must be familiar with the fire code requirements for hazmat use and storage. JOSEPH CHACON
DEPARTMENTS
EDITOR’S OPINION: “Letters, Thoughts, Opinions”
VOLUNTEERS CORNER: “Case Study of a Drainage System Fire”
TRAINING NOTEBOOK: “What’s Your First Step in a Confined Space Rescue?”
FIRE/RESCUE STREETSENSE: “On Not Taking Things at Face Value”
