This cut station is a simple prop that can be made for less than $100. The prop simulates cutting window security bars, allowing practice using the rotary saw at differentContinue readingCut Prop
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Second Floor Access
Chris Wilson from Bloomingdale (IL) Fire District sent in these pictures of an interesting two story residential. Originally they thought this set-up was created during a re-model, however, similar homesContinue readingSecond Floor Access
Interesting Overhang
Here’s another interesting situation recently found on a strip mall. At first glance it appears like a normal strip mall; however a closer look reveals something you may not expect.Continue readingInteresting Overhang
It’s in the Bag
In a post a few weeks ago titled “Set It Don’t Forget It†there seemed to be some misunderstandings on the capabilities of lift bags that we felt should beContinue readingIt’s in the Bag
Happy 3rd Birthday to Us!
It’s that time of the year again, it’s hard to believe that time goes by so quickly. Three years ago this website was created as a neutral, unbiased and un-intimidatingContinue readingHappy 3rd Birthday to Us!
Column Placement
Here’s another brilliant building addition that we recently came across. This was found at the rear of a commercial strip mall style building. Apparently they added an exit for aContinue readingColumn Placement
Room With No View
Chief Joe Tarquinio from Wappingers Falls (NY) Fire sent in these pictures demonstrating the reason to search closets during a primary. Firefighter Tom Gallman originally found this set-up when theyContinue readingRoom With No View
Broom Closet?
Captain David Osgood from York Beach (ME) Fire found this door in a residence in his first due. The door only measures 16 inches across and may originally appear toContinue readingBroom Closet?
Canal Access
Lieutenant Ken Ossowicz from Cape Coral Fire (FL) Truck 9 found this interesting setup during a preplan. What he found was a pretty typical lightweight multi-unit mercantile building. Not muchContinue readingCanal Access
Two-Man Technique
Captain Daniel Troxell from DCFD Truck Company 6 sent in this ladder carrying tip. This technique is useful for an outside vent team that needs to transport ladders and toolsContinue readingTwo-Man Technique