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When it comes to fire truck equipment, what you should own is an important consideration for any firefighter or fire department. Having the proper equipment is essential to keeping ...
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By Kristin McAllister The Dayton Daily NewsMORAINE, Ohio — The Moraine Fire Division is the recipient of a $43,237 grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's ...
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Before most fire departments adopted full bunker clothing in the late 1970s, firefighters relied on their uniform pants to complete part of the protective envelope. ...
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Fire departments pride themselves on their protective ensembles. While these ensembles are intended to primarily provide protection under hazardous and dirty circumstances, their ...
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By FireRescue1 StaffWEYMOUTH, Mass. — A firefighter in Massachusetts believes the face of his dead brother is imprinted in soot on the back of his turnout coat.Firefighter ...
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By Pat Reavy The Deseret NewsWEST VALLEY CITY, Utah — It was one of Colby Robison's proudest moments. After seven weeks of grueling training, Robison had graduated from the ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsSteam or scald burns (especially the forearms) are almost a daily occurrence throughout the fire service. Sometimes, steam burns can even cause ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsIn these tough economic times, your fire department is probably looking for ways to make equipment last longer. Although most people agree that regular ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorMaryland-based W.L. Gore Associates had a pair of announcements at FDIC 2010. Their introduction of a new two-layer Crosstech moisture ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorINDIANAPOLIS — There were a number of new companies offering wares at April's FDIC show in Indianapolis, but one new entry in the ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsThe appearance of your station uniform helps communicate a high level of authority and professionalism to the general public. Budget concerns and uniform ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsHistorically in the fire service the measure of PPE quality and performance has been thermal stability. Materials such as PBI, Kevlar, Nomex, PBO, etc. ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsDon’t ask for the impossible — if you don’t take care of your PPE, it won’t take care of you. Here are the top five mistakes ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorSelecting the right turnout gear for any fire mission can be a daunting task, especially considering the dangers firefighters may face. ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product Editor Honeywell First Responder Products has released a new line of turnout gear, in line with their already well-established Morning Pride ...
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By Larry Altman The Daily BreezeHERMOSA BEACH, Calif. — The Hermosa Beach Fire Department has received a $15,000 grant to purchase rescue equipment and gear.The grant comes ...
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It makes good sense that some parts of turnout clothing are thicker and include additional materials than other parts of the garments. The collective term for these additional ...
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A firefighter who ran into a mobile home to make sure all victims were evacuated suffered burns; PPE melted, charred and crystallized ...
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By Jamie Thompson FireRescue1 EditorINDIANAPOLIS — Having a personal escape system that's ready to be deployed at a moment's notice can be critical to firefighter safety. It ...
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The Government News Network Photo UK Communities and Local Government (From left) Personal protective clothing, station wear options, ceremonial wear and corporate wear.LONDON ...
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