Drawn by Fire: Me First
It's never about you. A reminder from Paul Combs in his December cartoon for Fire Engineering magazine.
FE Volume 174 Issue 12
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Letters to the Editor: December 2021
Read some letters to the editor we received that were published in the December 2021 issue of Fire Engineering.
Learning in the Firehouse
Fire department officers and fire service educators need to incorporate and report informal learning activities as ways in which firefighters learn their trade.
Tactical EMS: Good Medicine in Bad Places
Working in austere and dangerous environments is not new for prehospital professionals. Preparation is key and training paramount.
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The Company Officer: Being Present
Tony Bratcher offers five principles to help company officers deal with being there for firefighters struggling with mental health challenges.
The Trouble with Zero
Trying to achieve perfection is a worthy goal. But is it possible in a dynamic environment such as the fireground?
Nutrition 101: How to Maintain a Well-Rounded Diet
As firefighters, we must be well rounded in all ways. This means eating balanced overall to supplement our ability to be fit.
Apparatus Deliveries: December 2021
Check out some fire apparatus profiles in the December issue, including this pumper/tender built for the West Thompson (CT) Fire Department.
Products/Services/Media: December 2021
Check out some firefighting products showcased in the December 2021 issue of Fire Engineering.
Take the Heat: Preparing for the Fireground Environment
This article examines the most common IDLH environment firefighters encounter and offers considerations for preparing these tactical athletes to take on this deadly setting.
Public Safety Decedent Affairs
The death of a fellow firefighter is one of the worst possible events an agency can experience. Preplanning, training, and forethought can make a very…
Fire Service Training Through Jiu Jitsu
Tim Griswold explores some lessons derived from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that may be applied to the world of firefighting.
