NEAR MISS: LEARNING, NOT BLAMING
There is a growing interest in near-miss reporting in our industry. This is good news for the fire service.
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FE Volume 159 Issue 11
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WICHITA WEDGE
A fundamental concern of first-due fire suppression companies is ensuring that doors do not pinch the hose.
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Letters to the Editor
Thanks to Editor in Chief Bobby Halton for reminding people not to forget (“Remember the Heroes,” Editor’s Opinion, September 2006), but I think the people…
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EMS OFFICER: MAKING THE BIG TRANSITION
Congratulations! You have decided to accept the promotion and take that first step in becoming an EMS officer, one of the biggest moves you will…
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APPARATUS DELIVERIES
The Nenana (AK) Fire Department operates a tanker and mini-pumper built by FORT GARRY INDUSTRIES.
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THOSE FIRST DAYS ON THE JOB: ANYTHING BUT ROUTINE, Part 2
There were always lessons surrounding us whenever we were working.
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CREATING A REGIONAL FOAM COOPERATIVE
The goal of preplanning is not ONLY TO IDENTIFY tangible aspects of a target hazard (e.g., construction elements, utilities, and protection features) but also to…
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THE RELUCTANT COMPANY OFFICER
Driving into A station parking lot and seeing it full of cars tells you the engine company will be leaving with a full crew.
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COMPANY/ASSOCIATION NEWS
LACROSSE FOOTWEAR, INC. was awarded a $1.25 million direct contract to produce the Phoenix Bunker Boot for the Chicago (IL) Fire Department.
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RESPONDING TO HAZARDOUS-MATERIALS INCIDENTS AT FIXED FACILITIES
Fixed facilities include large industrial complexes, warehouses, and small manufacturing sites.
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HYBRID VEHICLES: WHAT’S ALL THE BUZZ ABOUT?
Hybrids. That word can provoke an electrifying discussion among emergency responders.
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EXTRICATIONS INVOLVING PERSONAL MOBILITY VEHICLES
One of the EMTs climbs through the back window and makes his way up to the front of the van, noticing a power wheelchair as…
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