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The term “freelancing” has become overused in the fire service, often to negatively connote any form of individual action not explicitly ordered or any action accomplished solo. This follows as incident command structures have become extremely rigid in the name...
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During a break in the crowd at a recent tradeshow, I was chatting with the staff of the booth next to ARS, a company that made tactical medicine equipment for Law Enforcement and other first responders. Among the equipment on...
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If the word RESCUE has anything to do with your operation, there is one question and one question only that should guide your initial size up: WHAT DOES MY CASUALTY NEED TO SURVIVE. Just as fire conditions drive tactics at...
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There’s a ton that could be said about situational awareness during roof ops. There are many hazards, but much to be gained. Two final thoughts: First, know why you’re there, what you’re doing, and what impact you’re going to have. ...
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It was dusk, and almost 100 degrees out. Gaining the roof of this dwelling I found 4 different roof types: Peaked terracotta, Peaked asphalt shingle, Flat tar, and best for last, a 10’ x 12’ section of glass panels (see...
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