Wind conditions at a fire scene can make a critical difference on the behavior of the blaze and the safety of firefighters, even indoors, according to a new report by the National Institute of Standards and Technology....More
The NFPA has developed two industry reports on alternative energies that will be discussed and reviewed at the Alternative Energy Technologies and Electrical Safety Standards symposium in Atlanta on Dec. 6....More
The European fire service is well-schooled in the theories of fire dynamics, while the North American fire service is expert on fireground tactics, said John Chubb, a battalion chief for the Dublin Fire Brigade....More
“A National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy (Cohesive Strategy)” and “The Federal Land Assistance, Management and Enhancement Act of 2009– Report to Congress,” address the wildfire challenges faced by fire and natural-resource managers....More
Ventilation conceptually is the same for both low-volume and very-high-volume facilities. But as Fort Worth has shown, ventilating large structures is significantly more involved....More
The study’s findings will be used to develop best practices for prevention and tactics within the wildland-urban interface, including what homeowners can do to better protect their homes from the threat of wildfire, said Dr. Tim Reinhold, IBHS' senior vice president of research and chief engineer....More
The roof is Santa Claus's domain, the place where he prances about, according to the legend, to deliver presents to children on Christmas Eve. But, rooftops always have been a danger zone for firefighters....More
Fire departments can work with community stakeholders to develop a fire-mitigation plan that will reduce risks and better position departments to respond should a wildland-urban interface fire occur....More
Initial findings show a leaf can burn even with up to 50% of its moisture present -- a previously unknown fact that has serious ramifications for existing fire-spread models....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