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<title>Surprise delivery earns SC firefighter-medic recognition</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/1446492-Surprise-delivery-earns-SC-firefighter-medic-recognition/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[By Matt McNab Post and Courier BURTON, S.C. &mdash; A Burton firefighter was honored last month for helping to successfully deliver and resuscitate a premature baby in February. Lt. John Ireland was working his part-time job as a paramedic for Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services on Feb. 3, Super Bowl Sunday, when he helped deliver the baby girl in the middle of nowhere while transporting her ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 15:36:29 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>DC firefighter speaks out about sexual harassment</title>
<author><![CDATA[FireRescue1 Staff]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/1444875-DC-firefighter-speaks-out-about-sexual-harassment/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON &mdash; A female D.C. firefighter is breaking her silence to speak up for young female cadets at the DC Fire and EMS Training Academy, alleging sexual harassment. WJLA.com reported that the firefighter, who requested anonymity, said she received a warning from a female academy employee after joining a recruit class a few years ago about some of the male instructors. &quot;She just said, &#39;be ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 8 May 2013 14:54:12 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>The Boston Marathon bombings: Lessons learned for saving lives</title>
<author><![CDATA[FireRescue1 Staff]]></author>
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<description><![CDATA[BOSTON &mdash; EMS and emergency response chiefs outlined lessons to learn from the marathon bombings during a special webcast held in the aftermath of the tragedy. Among the participants in the event &mdash; hosted by The Forum at Harvard School of Public Health &mdash; were Boston EMS Chief James Hooley, EMS Lt. Brian Pomodoro and Paul Biddinger, Chief of the Division of Emergency Preparedness at ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 3 May 2013 13:33:07 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Simulated fire goes interactive</title>
<author><![CDATA[Rick Markley, FR1 Editor]]></author>
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<description><![CDATA[INDIANAPOLIS &mdash; After years of development and testing, Bullex unveiled its newest, and possibly most complex firefighter training tool at FDIC. In a smoked-up room, the simulated fire is quite convincing &mdash; absent the heat. The system is a collection of 2- by 3-foot digital panels that are linked by waterproof Ethernet cables. The panels can be configured to represent floor, wall and ceiling ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 1 May 2013 18:58:29 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>New driving simulator has dual views</title>
<author><![CDATA[Rick Markley, FR1 Editor]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/1441369-New-driving-simulator-has-dual-views/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[INDIANAPOLIS &mdash; FAAC introduced a fire apparatus driving simulator at FDIC with two views that allows officer and driver trainees to run the same evolution with a view unique to each. As the streetscape plays out, each has his or her own vantage point of traffic, buildings and pedestrians. FAAC calls its new simulator 2View &quot;The problem in the past with two-seat simulators was that the view ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 1 May 2013 18:51:24 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>7 must-haves to protect large events</title>
<author><![CDATA[Dennis Rubin]]></author>
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<description><![CDATA[When planning for large events, like a marathon, there are seven steps a fire department must take to improve its chances of an effective response.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:47:58 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Reality Training: Single-family unit with heavy fire</title>
<author><![CDATA[Robert Avsec]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/reality-training/articles/1432179-Reality-Training-Single-family-unit-with-heavy-fire/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[How would you attack this multi-level, single-family dwelling with heavy fire showing?]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:16:55 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Reality training: Taking command of the industrial fire</title>
<author><![CDATA[Robert Avsec]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/reality-training/articles/1425521-Reality-training-Taking-command-of-the-industrial-fire/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Industrial and commercial structure fires are those high-risk, low-frequency events that threaten firefighter safety.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 1 Apr 2013 03:09:25 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>How to get out of the station for rehab training</title>
<author><![CDATA[Jeffrey Lindsey]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jeffrey-Lindsey/articles/1424312-How-to-get-out-of-the-station-for-rehab-training/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Training for rehab in large- or medium-size events can prepare the crew for a real emergency]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:49:02 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Extrication techniques: Vehicle in ice</title>
<author><![CDATA[Dalan Zartman]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Dalan-Zartman/articles/1423646-Extrication-techniques-Vehicle-in-ice/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Follow a prescribed rescue sequence and prepare immediately upon arrival for a go rescue when a vehicle is in icy water.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 23:53:28 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Combat-ready gear</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Mark van der FeystWhether you are a volunteer, part-time or full-time firefighter, you will need to have your gear combat ready. Combat-ready gear is ready to go at any time. It is easily accessible and set for quick deployment. In the volunteer fire stations, this may mean setting your gear in the locker or by the apparatus that you are assigned to. In either case, have the gear arranged in a way ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 8 Aug 2012 14:00:49 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Inside your helmet</title>
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<description><![CDATA[By using this space in my helmet, I can carry two more essential items that will allow me to provide better protection for myself. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 1 Aug 2012 14:57:30 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Check your drag rescue device</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Take the time to inspect the DRD to make sure it is set correctly after the coat has been cleaned.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:53:54 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Which tool goes in which pocket</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Place tools that are for rescue in the right pocket and tools that are for life in the left pocket.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:41:50 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Maintain the nozzle</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Light maintenance will include checking the nozzle for visible defects such as cracks, missing parts or damaged parts. It will also require cleaning the nozzle of dirt, which can be done with soap and water.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2012 14:37:56 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>The premier conference for firefighter safety is coming</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Join Safety Officers from across North America for a full week of education and dynamic seminars at the 2012 Annual Safety Forum!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:28:25 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>USFA Announces Fire Officials Selected for Harvard Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Emmitsburg, MD &ndash; Joined by three other fire service partners, U.S. Fire Administrator Ernest Mitchell announced today that four senior fire officials will receive fellowships to attend the Harvard University&#39;s Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program this summer at the John F. Kennedy School of Government. The 19-day program includes other state and local government leaders ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2012 19:43:33 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>New HAZMAT Training Available</title>
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<description><![CDATA[IAFC Introduces the Electronic Learning Community]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 9 May 2012 17:21:40 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>NFPA and Chevrolet Provide 10,000 firefighters and first responders with virtual electric safety vehicle training</title>
<link>http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/official-announcements/1175896-NFPA-and-Chevrolet-Provide-10-000-firefighters-and-first-responders-with-virtual-electric-safety-vehicle-training/</link>
<description><![CDATA[The online training, hosted by NFPA, became available in April 2011 and features an inside look at the newest technology and safety systems on the all-electric 2011 Chevrolet Volt. NFPA's Electric Vehicle Safety Training project is a nationwide progrm to help firefighters and other first responders prepare for the growing number of electric vehicles on the road in the United States. The NFPA project, funded by a $4.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, provides first responders with information they need to most effectively deal with potential emergency situations involving electric vehicles.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 3 Nov 2011 15:30:19 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>EMS1.com Teams with Calibre Press to Present the EMS1 Street Survival Seminar </title>
<link>http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/official-announcements/1101317-EMS1-com-Teams-with-Calibre-Press-to-Present-the-EMS1-Street-Survival-Seminar/</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO &ndash; EMS1.com, the leading online resource for EMS professionals, has teamed up with Calibre Press, the top provider for law enforcement training nationwide, to present the EMS1 Street Survival seminar, an event designed to provide critical, lifesaving training and education regarding potential threats that medics encounter on the job. Exclusively sponsored by American Military University ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 9 Aug 2011 20:52:14 UTC</pubDate>

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