Hooks & Hoses: Thermal Imaging Cameras
Host Eric Dreiman and Mike McCarthy of the Boston (MA) Fire Department dive into the world of thermal imaging cameras.
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Thermal Imaging Basics
Firefighters must know how a tool works to use it properly. Joseph DeVito details the basics of using thermal imaging tools.
The Future of Thermal Imaging in the Fire Service
This article provides an overview of thermal imaging use in the fire service and a preview of future thermal imaging improvements for firefighters.
Aggressive or Misunderstood? Searching Without a TIC
How many hours of training have you and your firefighters had on thermal imaging cameras (TICs)? Thomas Anderson takes a look at TIC use.
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Mayday Monday: Thermal Imaging Cameras
Tony Carroll examines some learning points from a 2006 Baltimore firefighter line-of-duty death and a 2021 West Virginia Mayday.
Troy (NY) Firefighters Respond to Building Collapse
City of Troy (NY) firefighters responded last week to a building collapse that sent debris flying throughout a neighborhood.
Training Video: Search & Rescue TIC Operations
The Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Rescue Training Division recently released a firefighter training video on search and rescue operations using a thermal imaging camera (TIC).
10-Minute TIC Short Drills
This series of thermal imaging camera (TIC) short training drills is designed to provide a reference for skills acquisition and maintenance for a range of…
When a TIC Is Not Enough to Find the Way Out
Bill Gustin enumerates some of the orientation problems firefighters may face when searching single-family homes modified to accommodate multiple families.
The Use of Thermal Imaging Cameras at Hazmat Incidents
Thermal imaging cameras’ abilities can aid the hazardous materials response under certain conditions, writes John Black.
Firefighter Training Tip: Side Grip for Thermal Imaging
Mark van der Feyst shares a basic drill to sharpen your firefighters' skills at scanning areas with the thermal imager.
Bullard Introduces TXS Thermal Imager
The most affordable thermal imager in its class, Bullard’s TXS Thermal Imager makes it possible for fire departments to have imagers in the hands of…
