Safety

Safety in Firefighting and Rescue EMS Service

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‘Then and Now’ — Safety in today’s fire service

When I started in the fire service 30 years ago, we were riding the tail board of the trucks, had S... More >>

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Highway to Hell. Are you on it?

“No stop signs, speed limit; Nobody’s gonna slow me down. Like a wheel, gonna spin it; Nobody’s gon... More >>

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Is your mind right?

“What we have here is ... failure to communicate.” This unforgettable line was spoken in the movie,... More >>

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Who checked the truck? 4 ways your truck can save your life

When you are checking the same truck for the 100th time this year, do you ever wonder why you do it... More >>

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What lies between you and a toxic chemical? A PPE PRIMER

Hazardous materials personal protective equipment (PPE) is one component of the hazmat response tha... More >>

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Does the end justify the means?

While we hear the term “back to the basics” frequently, we don’t always take the time to truly reco... More >>

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Hydrocarbons: more than smoke and flames

Hydrocarbons are a class of chemicals that we deal with daily. They are so common, and come in so m... More >>

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Approaching vehicle collisions is S-I-M-P-L-E

With vehicle technology constantly changing, it is virtually impossible for responders to keep abre... More >>

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Columnists

Fire Rescue EMS Columnists - Online articles for fire and EMS professionals

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The golden rule

Our essential mission and number one priority is to deliver the best possible service to our custom... More >>

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Build Now, but proceed carefully!

The recent economic downturn (or disaster, depending on your point of view) has resulted in some of... More >>

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Guatemala Mission Bound 2009

For several years now I have gone to the Appalachian mountains with a group from my church on an AS... More >>

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Communications

Breaking news and online articles for First Responders

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Communications: The information-driven incidents

Having noticed that this issue will contain communication equipment, your author decided that it wou... More >>

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The Trendelenburg myth

Sometimes the science and the street have trouble communicating. The Trendelenburg position was ori... More >>

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Responding to school bus emergencies

Everyday during my ride to work I take note of all of the school buses on the roads today. After al... More >>

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The use of radios in the IDLH environment

In 2009, Executive Fire Officer Paul Melfi published the following statement, “Giving a firefighter... More >>

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Interoperability key to firefighters’ future success

As firefighters battled flames inside the Twin Towers on Sept. 11, 2001 they were faced with an eve... More >>

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Improve your incident command system

(The following is part two of a two part series on your command plan.) Incident management The term... More >>

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Conferences and Events

Daily news and Events for Firefighters and EMS Professionals

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2011 SC Fire-Rescue Conference June 6-11

The 2011 South Carolina Fire-Rescue Conference will be held in Myrtle Beach, SC, June 6-11, 2011. Th... More >>

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Exciting Activities to Enhance Your Myrtle Beach Visit

Pleasantly located on the northern end of the Grand Strand, North Myrtle Beach offers an abundance ... More >>

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International Auto Extrication Competition will be held during South Carolina Fire-Rescue Conference

The International Auto Extrication Competition (NAVRC) will be held this year, June 8-10, 2011 in My... More >>

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15th Annual North Carolina Fire & Rescue Instructors Conference will be held in Asheville

Asheville - The North Carolina Fire & Rescue Instructors Conference will be May 4-7, 2011 in Ashevi... More >>

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FDNY 9-11 Memorial Golf Outing A good time and a good cause in Myrtle Beach

The attacks on September 11, 2001 forever changed America. War came to our nation’s shores, and the... More >>

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Fun things to do at Myrtle Beach

Whether you’re on vacation with friends or looking for things the whole family can enjoy, your vaca... More >>

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Special guest star at South Atlantic Expo

The North Carolina State Firemen’s Association will hold the 123rd Annual Conference and the South ... More >>

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Exciting activities to enhance your visit North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce CVB

Pleasantly located on the northern end of the Grand Strand, North Myrtle Beach offers an abundance ... More >>

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Education and Training

Classes and training news for Firefighters and EMS professionals

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Returning to the foundations - ventilation

Loss control — originally a civilian affair (in the city of New York until a few years ago) by the ... More >>

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Extrication Education - Watch for airbag smart systems

As I write this column we are celebrating Veteran’s Day. We should honor our Veterans every day for ... More >>

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HAZMAT: Decontamination - cleaning up Some new, some old techniques

Whenever hazmat responders discuss the most exciting and interesting facets of the hazmat response w... More >>

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The dollars and sense of medical simulations SIMULATION TRAINING RETURN ON INVESTMENT

In the first article of this four-part series on medical simulation and gaming, I encouraged you to ... More >>

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37th annual Piedmont Fire Expo: Low cost hands-on training and education

The 37th annual Piedmont Fire Expo, scheduled for Jan. 13–14, 2012, in Winston-Salem, North Carolin... More >>

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Returning to the foundations — ventilation during a fire

If we as humans give the chemical process of combustion human-like characteristics, we find that the... More >>

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Vehicle Injury Prevention — VIP program

Statistics show that over 40 percent of all teen fatalities are due to vehicle accidents. Yes, almo... More >>

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UNC Charlotte graduates over 50 students from EMS, Fire and Rescue Management Institutes

Fifty-eight front line supervisors, training officers, mid-level managers, head administrators, and... More >>

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EMS

Breaking news, articles, and reviews for EMS Professionals

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Public safety training - what is your motivation to train?

Sitting in a training class in Emmitsburg Maryland I overheard a fellow student ask another, “So, wh... More >>

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Caduceus versus Rod of Asclepius - the symbols of emergency services

We see them everywhere — on our uniforms, our ambulances, our equipment, and for some, tattooed on t... More >>

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Ambulance simulator gives EMS students real-world experience

“How’d you get that in here?” That is the reaction of many people when they see what looks like an ... More >>

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EMS Challenges of bariatric patients Treatment and Techniques

(This is part two of a two-part series on bariatric patients.) The obesity epidemic is hard to miss... More >>

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Nash County NC firefighters and EMS star in rescue movie

Shortly after 8 a.m. on May 16, 2011, firefighters from Rocky Mount, Nashville, Coopers Fire Compan... More >>

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EMS Challenges with Bariatric Patients Treatment and Techniques

(This is part one of a two-part series on bariatric patients.) The Scope of the Epidemic The obesit... More >>

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EMS Leadership Conference to be held in Charleston

As a supervisor, haven’t you wondered what the issues are with social networking in the workplace? ... More >>

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New Technologies in Extrication Equipment Extrication Technology 101

As we move into the summer, more folks will be traveling on vacations, putting more vehicles on the ... More >>

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Equipment

Product news and reviews for Firefighters and EMS professionals

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Beyond Hoses and Helmets

Nash Community College is proud to sponsor “Beyond Hoses and Helmets” in January of 2012. “Beyond H... More >>

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How are you treating your fire apparatus?

How well do you know your apparatus? I would be willing to bet that all of you do not know it as wel... More >>

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Going Green and Extinguishing Fires

Our mission at Fire Service Plus, Inc. is committed to saving lives, property and protecting the en... More >>

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Be Chemical Spill Ready

The SpillKleen ® Chemical Spill Kit, is a convenient laboratory spill kit with everything the emerg... More >>

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Less Risk = Less Liability

ClearCollar ™ allows first responders, doctors and nurses in the field to assess injuries without r... More >>

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Choosing an UTV for your department

In recent years, the big brother of all terrain vehicles (ATV) known as the utility vehicle (UTV), ... More >>

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ASK ERNIE - Spring 2011 Our ... Go To Guy

“Ask Ernie” is a meeting place for “You” our readers, who have questions about vehicles / apparatus... More >>

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TOOLS OF THE TRADE Evaluating saws and amplifiers

When I attend fire conferences and shows, I am always on the lookout for new and innovative equipme... More >>

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Financial

Financial news and articles for Firefighting and Rescue professionals

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Building or renovating your fire station - what does it cost?

Most fire departments ask two questions when circumstances require that they either build a new stat... More >>

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When it pays to refinance debt

The decision to take out a new loan is usually a pretty simple process driven by the need for a new... More >>

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FIGHTING WILDFIRE ON TODAY’S BUDGET Fire at the Wildland Urban Interface

(This is part one of a two-part series.) What are the differences in fire behavior and control betw... More >>

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Fire Stations: Getting the most bang for the buck

Choosing the lowest cost in a competitive market sometimes equates to harvesting the first whitetail... More >>

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Using today’s economy to your fire department’s advantage

As a society, we are faced with one of the most challenging economic times in our lives. Like a vast... More >>

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Alternative funding for public safety construction -- USDA Rural Development

“Money’s tight!” You hear that everywhere, especially if you’re trying to get a loan. Five years ago... More >>

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Your credit score: what it is and how to raise it

During recent years, the terms credit score and credit report have been frequently discussed and th... More >>

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College: Save now, relax later

The joy of having children is accompanied by many responsibilities. One that seems to cause a great ... More >>

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Fire

Latest news on firefighting equipment, management and protection

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Firefighters battle two-alarm fire on New Year's Day

On January 01, 2012, at 13:47 hours, Rocky Mount NC Fire units were dispatched to a residential str... More >>

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Putting on your Sunday go to meeting clothes

It is said we all must face death and taxes. Neither are fun and here lately about the only way to e... More >>

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Back to the Basics of Hazmat An emerging threat

The question of “What in the heck is that?” will almost invariably arise regarding the new title of... More >>

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Fire apparatus - Not just the big boys

Well brothers and sisters, let’s get started, this is the first of a four part series on how to spec... More >>

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Is fire truck maintenance important?

Is your department doing the checks needed to make sure your apparatus is ready to respond to a cal... More >>

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The proactive Rapid Intervention Team

In an earlier column we discussed the organization of your rapid intervention team (RIT) and how to... More >>

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The use of arson by gangs

The following is a subject discussed in an article I wrote in the Carolina Fire Rescue EMS Journal ... More >>

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The power of positive thinking for firefighters

Unless you live in a cave, you have probably noticed these are pretty tough economic times. Your las... More >>

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HazMat

Latest news on HazMat equipment, management and protection

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HAZMAT - Meeting the ‘Toxic Twins’ CO and HCN

Hypoxia, asphyxia, cardiac arrest, and then death. Hopefully, I have your attention. Modern technol... More >>

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Carbon Monoxide calls on the rise for fire departments

In January 2010, Columbia Fire Department’s Engine 6 was dispatched to an apartment to check for car... More >>

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Hazmat teams from across North Carolina display their skills at Annual Hazmat Challenge

On Saturday, August 13th, seven hazardous materials teams from across the State met in Raleigh for ... More >>

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LESSONS LEARNED: Homeland Security Suspicious packages

The report of a suspicious package these days has become the fire services new general fire alarm. L... More >>

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HAZMAT Explosions: What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas?

A series of explosions occurred in Henderson, Nevada (a Las Vegas suburb) on May 4, 1988. The explos... More >>

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LESSONS LEARNED - Hazmat Response Conference IAFC provides mentoring and education

I was fortunate enough to attend the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) 2011 Internatio... More >>

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SOME NEW, SOME OLD TECHNIQUES for Hazardous Materials Responders From damage control to MacGyver-Hazmat tricks of the trade

Although the discipline of responding to hazardous materials incidents can be viewed as a relatively... More >>

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Homeland Security - Preparing for Aerosolized Anthrax Protecting the 2012 National Democratic Convention

Labor Day weekend 2012, the modest-sized city of Charlotte, North Carolina will showcase its souther... More >>

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Health and Wellness

Fitness, health and wellness news and articles for Fire and Rescue Professionals

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OSHA 1910. 156 vs. NFPA 1582 -— Is there really a difference?

We are often asked by Fire Chiefs about OSHA 1910.156 and how it applies to fire departments. There... More >>

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3 Important Steps -- Firefighters & Heart Disease Identifying Cardiac Disease

Firefighters have about three times the risk of the general population of suffering a fatal heart at... More >>

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Your NFPA physical program: After the testing, now what?

(This is part three of a three-part series on health for first responders.) So you’ve chosen a vend... More >>

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The kitchen is the heart of the station

A fire station, or as many refer to it, a fire “house,” is more than a building built to house fire... More >>

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Fitness and emergency responders

In your home town and home towns across the U.S. the same thing is evident; fitness becomes more of... More >>

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Getting the most from your NFPA physical program: test day

So you’ve chosen a vendor and laid the groundwork with your firefighters. Now test day is approachi... More >>

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Sustaining your fitness goals for the New Year

Another New Year has arrived, the holiday season is behind us and once again it is time to REALLY g... More >>

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The Trendelenburg myth

Sometimes the science and the street have trouble communicating. The Trendelenburg position was ori... More >>

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Industry News

Breaking industry related news for Fire and Rescue Professionals

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Fire Rescue EMS Industry News

Water Response Training Council Formed In November, seven US-based public safety diving training as... More >>

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HAIX New 11-inch leather bunker boots now available from TheFireStore.com

TheFireStore.com , the leading online source for firefighting equipment and supplies, brings the la... More >>

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Industry News

IFSTA Launches Computer-Based Training by Action Training Systems IFSTA and Fire Protection Publica... More >>

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UNC Charlotte graduates over 50 students from EMS Management and Fire & Rescue Management Institutes

Charlotte, NC - Fifty-eight front line supervisors, training officers, mid-level managers, head adm... More >>

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Fire News: Receive College Credit for Your Fire Service Certifications or Pro Board Certifications

Do you want to receive college credit for fire service certifications you already have? The Univers... More >>

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North American Automotive Extrication Championship - Fire & Rescue

Crushed cars, extrication tools, cribbing, time on the clock ticking away and anticipation of a winn... More >>

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America’s female firefighters make a difference

America’s Female Firefighters rush into burning buildings to help those who need it, but they conti... More >>

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North Carolina Instructor of the Year Award Goes to Hickory Fire Captain

On May 5th in Asheville, Hickory Fire Captain Todd Shoebridge was chosen as the North Carolina Fire ... More >>

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Management

Daily news and articles on fire and rescue management

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STAFF MANAGEMENT You have to get them in the barn first!

“Many times you hear stories that make you think,” a friend from Kentucky recently told me. After s... More >>

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The instructors are true leaders

As we embark on a new decade and plunge deeper into the millennium, changes are sure to occur. The ... More >>

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Bobbitt Builds Addition For St. Stephens Fire Department Bobbitt Design Build recently started work... More >>

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Stuff that starts wars

Over the past few years I have had the opportunity to work with some individuals who really underst... More >>

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Mending fences

The spring of each year is a time that people on the farm get out and start to check the fence line... More >>

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Would you like some cheese with that whine?

Do you remember the Whiners on Saturday Night Live ? The Whiners were recurring characters on Satur... More >>

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Take home vehicles prepare your press statement

If your fire department issues take home cars or SUVs to any of your paid staff members the media, ... More >>

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Know as I know, do as I do, do as I did

In today’s fire service, leadership and management have become just as big of buzzwords as incident... More >>

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Rescue

Daily news and online articles for rescue professionals

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Rescues and recoveries on waterfalls

Rescuing a seriously injured fall victim, or worse, recovering a fatality in a waterfall setting is... More >>

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Preparing for industrial rescue incidents

When was the last time your department trained with high pressure airbags? Most departments will pr... More >>

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Getting the team involved

The hazardous materials response community can be very political, and it is important that a team o... More >>

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Extrication: strategies in training

I hope everyone has survived the winter. The weather is starting to warm up and that means folks wil... More >>

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General aviation in search and rescue

A few weeks ago while at my hangar doing general maintenance, an officer from another fire-rescue ag... More >>

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International Auto Extrication Competition will be held during South Carolina Fire-Rescue Conference

The International Auto Extrication Competition (NAVRC) will be held this year, June 8-10, 2011 in My... More >>

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What lies between you and a toxic chemical? A PPE PRIMER

Hazardous materials personal protective equipment (PPE) is one component of the hazmat response tha... More >>

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Responding to school bus emergencies

Everyday during my ride to work I take note of all of the school buses on the roads today. After al... More >>

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Technology

Tech news and articles for Firefighters and Rescue Personnel

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Working with air bags during extrication EXTRICATION TECHNOLOGY 101

As I write this column, I have come to realize that not only with age comes wisdom and experience, b... More >>

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From truck headlights to the latest in LED From truck headlights to the latest in LED

Have you noticed how the scene lighting and equipment that we use today has changed the fire servic... More >>

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What is cloud-computing and is it a good option?

Leaders in first response know information is powerful in fighting budget wars, managing daily oper... More >>

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The use of radios in the IDLH environment

In 2009, Executive Fire Officer Paul Melfi published the following statement, “Giving a firefighter... More >>

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Health and fitness is the key

All across America we see fire departments and emergency services taking measures to outfit there c... More >>

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2010 SC Fire-Rescue Conference June 7-12

The 2010 South Carolina Fire-Rescue Conference will be held in Myrtle Beach, SC, June 7-12, 2010. T... More >>

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Mobile computing for your truck A crash course in making the switch from paper-based resources

As we all know, “emergency response” involves more than just fighting fires or tending to someone w... More >>

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Water rescue  equipment considerations

Spring will soon be here and so will the storms that follow. With our ever changing environment, st... More >>

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NCAHMR

Daily news and articles for Firefighters and EMS Professionals

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NCAHMR Meeting and Hazmat Challenge

The North Carolina Association of Hazardous Materials Responders (NCAHMR) Annual Meeting will be hel... More >>

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Techniques for today’s truck company

In today’s fire service the art of forcible entry is dying. Any numbers of reasons are the cause of... More >>

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Hello! Anybody here?

Early on the 28th of December 2009, the Lexington Fire Dept. responded to a vacant commercial struc... More >>

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EXTRICATION EDUCATION Back to basics

Spring is here and we are going to see more folks on the road enjoying the weather and traveling, w... More >>

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A comprehensive EMS telemedicine system

(This is part three of a three part series on telemedicine.) More >>

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Decision-making in CWA response

In responses to releases of Chemical Warfare Agent (CWA) there may not be one technology or one “an... More >>

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Chlorine railcar “enhanced fittings” What do they mean to hazmat responders?

Imagine that you are a hazmat team member responding to a product leak from a chlorine railcar in y... More >>

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Hazmat teams from across North Carolina display their skills at ANNUAL HAZMAT CHALLENGE North Carolina Association of Hazardous Materials Responders

On Aug. 22nd, eight hazardous materials teams from across the State met in Raleigh for fun, fellows... More >>

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Online Exclusives

Online web news and articles for Fire and Rescue Professionals

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Firefighters battle two-alarm fire on New Year's Day

On January 01, 2012, at 13:47 hours, Rocky Mount NC Fire units were dispatched to a residential str... More >>

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Rocky Mount NC Fire Fighters Rescue Child from Blazing Home

At 11:50 PM on January 5, Rocky Mount (NC) 911 received a call from a neighbor reporting a structure... More >>

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SC Firefighters Association Conference was held in Myrtle Beach

The South Carolina State Firefighters' Association is proud to present the 106th Annual SC Fire-Res... More >>

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North Carolina Instructor of the Year Award Goes to Hickory Fire Captain

On May 5th in Asheville, Hickory Fire Captain Todd Shoebridge was chosen as the North Carolina Fire ... More >>

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Help Volunteer Firefighters affected by Missouri tornado

A devastating tornado hit Missouri over the weekend, drawing more than 1,500 police and firefighters... More >>

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Local Firefighters Spring into Action at Davidson College

DAVIDSON, N.C. – On Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 3:47 p.m., the Davidson Fire Department, with mutual... More >>

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National Volunteer Fire Council Establishes Japanese Firefighters Association Relief Fund

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) joins with the rest of the world in expressing their sorr... More >>

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Antique and Modern Fire Apparatus on Display during Rekindle Society Parade

On Saturday April 2nd, 2011, the Rekindle Society invites you to their Third Annual Muster and Para... More >>

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Tools of the Trade

Rescue and firefighting tools and equipment reviews for Firefighters

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Sweet’s vehicle extrication book an excellent resource tool

Last issue we looked at several items that could be used in search and rescue — the Coaxsher Pack an... More >>

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Survival in the wild

As I start to write this article, I experienced what most folks around here have never experienced,... More >>

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Water treatment made simple - purifying water in survival situations

As I sit here and write this column, I ponder what happened to Spring . Our days have been in the up... More >>

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Product Review: FoxFire illuminating firefighting helmet & SCBA

Recently I was contacted by a representative from MN8 Products. She asked if I would be willing to r... More >>

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Evaluating mapping software and GPS

As I write this article, I have just returned from a week of jungle search and survival training in ... More >>

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Product Review: Globe boots

Over the past few months I have had the pleasure of using a couple of the newest Globe Boots. Globe... More >>

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Gloves and air packs: a working combination

Gloves Several years ago, TechTrade introduced the Pro-Tech 8 fire glove. They soon realized the po... More >>

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Techniques for today’s truck company

In today’s fire service the art of forcible entry is dying. Any numbers of reasons are the cause of... More >>

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