Ladder 22: A NYC Firefighter – Tim Olk
By: Erich Roden I have been going to Tim Olk’s website: olkee.smugmug.com for a long time; so do many others…
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Full-On Assault
By: David Rickert Prevalent throughout large cities in the Midwest and northeast, the two and a half story wood frame with a walk-up attic has…
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The Vertical Deadbolt Lock
By: Andrew Brassard Vertical dead bolt locks are the most common secondary locking device sold in North America; and they are be found on both…
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Circus Elephants
By: Dusty Dines A ladder company’s inside team has the responsibility to force-entry for the engine and conduct a search for fire and life, respectively.…
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The Face of Seniority
By: PJ Langmaid With questions, serious concerns, humility, and deep respect, I set out on a journey while visiting friends in New York City and…
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The Ins And Outs of Size-Up
By: Michael L. Walker The process of “size-up,” the gathering of information about the scene, has been taught for decades. Unfortunately, during most training classes,…
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Thoughts From The Can Position
By: Mark Gregory At roll call, you have been assigned the can position. Your tools for the tour will consist of a six-foot hook and…
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Filling The Gaps
By: The Members of Squad Co. 61 - Bronx, NY Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) engine and ladder companies always know where to…
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