Cover Photo by Ron Jeffers
Read firefighter training articles from the February 2023 issue of Fire Engineering magazine.
FEATURES
A Methodical Approach to Achieving a Productive Aerial Apparatus Position
Being mentally prepared and having a methodical process to position the aerial will increase the chances of a successful outcome on the fireground. NICK ESPOSITO
Take Command with NIMS for Fireground Success
A good department will have a good working knowledge of NIMS, which provides commonality in preparedness and response efforts. DAVID POLIKOFF
Creating an Aerial Apparatus Program to Brag About
This article follows a fire department that is getting its first new aerial device and is starting a new ladder company and outlines what actions personnel should take after delivery. NICK WILBUR
Tactical Supervision for Known Rescues
For incidents with known parties trapped and in need of rescue, officers should promote the proactive establishment of rescue group supervisors. BRIAN BRUSH AND ANTHONY KASTROS
Ladder Rung Spacing: Time for a Change?
A new study by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health concludes that the American fire service should consider reducing the standard rung spacing of its ladders. MICHAEL WILBUR AND J. GORDON ROUTLEY
The Fire Demonstration Chamber: Rethinking the Flashover Container
Firefighters in Sweden have renamed the flashover container the fire demonstration chamber because its primary purpose is to demonstrate fire behavior in a room, not necessarily to induce flashovers. STEFAN SVENSSON
The Need for Quality Risk Analysis in “Small” Departments
The first product you need to develop in any community risk reduction, community education, or strategic plan is a formal community risk assessment. NICHOLAS DeLIA
Chief’s Drivers: The Role-Players
Now that you know the value, roles, and responsibilities of this position, how do you choose, solicit, attract, or select an individual for that role? STEPHEN MARSAR
Departments
VOLUNTEERS CORNER: What Is the Culture of Your Department?
TRAINING NOTEBOOK: Performance Testing Your Fire Tanker
FIRE FOCUS: Fire in a Chicago Renovated Building
ON FIRE: Glad I Missed That One
