In This Issue: Deadly MD Fire, Finger Jointed Wood Trusses, Kansas City (MO) LODDs Remembered…
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Black firefighters in the Winston-Salem Fire Department have filed a grievance calling for Chief William “Trey” Mayo to be fired for failing to discipline white firefighters who, the group said, have created a hostile work environment.
The Indianapolis Fire Department put out a two-alarm fire Thursday night at a church on the city’s north side, battalion chief Rita Reith said in a release.
Firefighters are encountering finger jointed wood trusses more frequently on the fireground. Sal Ancona offers details on this construction feature and what it means for fire suppression operations.
Firefighters and first responders have unique occupational health risks that are elevated beyond other occupations and general population. This elevated risk underscores the need for enhanced, early health screenings as well as annual comprehensive annual medical exams.
Joe Pronesti talks with Asheville (NC) Fire Lieutenant Trey Young discusses how the LODD of Captain Jeffrey Bowen impacted the agency’s approach to RIT.
