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11 FFs injured in 2-rig crash; FFs attacked with burning timbers | Nov. 7, 2012

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IN THIS ISSUE
When it comes to PPE, size matters
Who was wrong, the officer or the firefighter?
Nov. 7, 2012
Featured News
Video teaches drivers to move for emergency vehicles Firefighters rescue 75-year-old from 2-alarm fire 11 FDNY firefighters injured in 2-rig crash
Today's Top Stories:
NC Capt. dies after responding to vehicle fire: Reported feeling ill while at the scene and later collapsed at home
NYC 911 center criticized for Sandy mistakes: Duplicate calls hindered response to real emergencies
FFs attacked with burning timbers, fireworks: Chief hopes the acts are 'one offs' and not a sign that violence is rising
Report details firefighter LODDs in silo explosion
DC faces 'critical' paramedic shortage
Mass. firefighter seriously injured in building collapse
Firefighter arrested for making fake emergency calls
Volunteer firefighter steals gas, starts blaze
Vodka, sunlight sparks store fire
PPE Update
When it comes to PPE, size matters
By Jeffrey and Grace Stull, FR1 Columnists
One of the more underestimated contributions to the protective qualities of PPE is the relative fit of each element. Properly fitting PPE affects more than comfort: it determines performance and safety. Beyond garments
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Facebook Community
Cop pulls gun on firefighter: Who was in the wrong?
By FR1 Staff
The story of a firefighter filing a $50,000 claim against the city after alleging a police officer used excessive force when he drew his gun during a traffic stop drew some strong feelings. Many from our Facebook community weighed in. What do you think?
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FR1 Video
Helmet cam: Firefighters save dog
Firefighters worked hard to resuscitate this dog, and did so successfully.
Massive fire destroys barns
Firefighters could not save two fully involved barns, but did save a nearby mobile home that was occupied.
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The Domino Effect
Avoid these 3 behaviors to be a good company officer
By Mark van der Feyst, FR1 Columnist
There are three behaviors that have an impact on every fire department with respect to the company officer. These areas are small dominos that line up, just waiting for the right push to start falling — leading to handicap firefighting. Growing up
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