Class A foam is a very effective tool which can increase dramatically the efficiency of both firefighting and exposure-protection efforts. It has been in use for decades, first gaining popularity in the wildland community and then shortly after moving into the structural arena. Indeed, the use of foam in structural firefighting was covered in the 1950s training film The Nozzleman, produced by Iowa State University....More
Next time you see thick, black smoke, ask yourself whether you are a cancer warrior. If all it takes is learning new tactics or trying new technology, isn’t it worth it?...More
Though CAFS is being used in all aspects of the fireground, it is not a magic potion. Rather, it simply is a powerful, efficient and effective tool that, when used properly, offers tremendous extinguishing advantages and increases the safety of the firefighters who use it....More
The A Foam Authority delivered a message to city managers and administrators at the International City/County Management Association annual meeting in Milwaukee that compressed-air foam systems will not only save firefighters’ lives, but quicker extinguishment means less water and smoke damage....More
Multiple studies all indicate that using compressed-air foam instead of water alone greatly improves fire extinguishment and firefighter safety....More
Last month, I received a call from an assistant chief who was looking for help and information to support his pitch for the use of Class A foam in his department. "This stuff will save firefighters' lives, you know," he told me....More
The fire service always has suffered from budget woes. Learn from history to craft new strategies for justifying investment in cutting-edge technology — such as Class A foam....More
The use of compressed-air foam ultimately will fail if it is not supported all the way to the top of the organization. Explore what chief officers need to know about, and how they can support, the use of CAF....More
In my experience leadership in fire departments are scared to initiate true succession planning as they feel threatened by the knowledge being imparted to the future leaders.
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In my experience leadership in fire departments are scared to initiate true succession planning as they feel threatened by the knowledge being imparted to the future leaders.
By SSWilliams on May 15, 2012