Chris DelBello

Training & Tactics

Chris DelBello is a 31-year veteran of the fire service. He currently holds the rank of senior captain with the Houston Fire Department, working in the Midtown District. He is also the district training officer, which encompasses all the stations in downtown and midtown, and holds a Training Officer II certification. DelBello also serves as a captain with the Fort Bend County (Texas) Emergency Service District. Connect with DelBello via email.

LATET ARTICLES

Fire Careers

A day in the life of a truck captain

Training is king at Houston Station 7

March 21, 2022 11:51 AM

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Incident Command

The fireground disconnect: Where the IC and company officer miss each other

It’s vital that the IC and the company officer share a knowledge of tactics, plus each other’s abilities and training level

May 23, 2021 06:27 PM

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Fireground Operations

Stretching line and making the push: Know the key roles on the attack team

Pick your load and practice to achieve flawless execution of an essential fireground function

April 02, 2021 02:20 PM

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Apparatus

Aerial operations: Best practices for top-of-the-ladder-pipe firefighters

Plan ahead and think proactively for safe, effective use of multiple aerial devices

February 16, 2021 02:37 PM

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Rescue Equipment

Life safety rope: 3 options for how to deploy it during rescues

All companies should carry a rescue rope for emergency situations for themselves or victims in need of a quick save

December 19, 2020 07:33 PM

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Education & Training

Bailout basics: Why you need a bailout system and tips for training with it

As more mid-rises go up, firefighters increasingly need a way to safely exit a window or balcony

November 17, 2020 06:15 PM

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Water Supply

Warehouse fires: The big fire that requires big water

What firefighters need to know about size-up, ventilation, fire attack – and when to go defensive

August 13, 2020 10:34 AM

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New Officers, Are You Ready to Run the Show?

The do’s and don’ts of commanding your first fire

What new incident commanders should and shouldn’t do before, during and after their first fire

May 01, 2020 02:27 PM

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Apparatus

Ladder pipe operations: Best practices for firefighters

Understanding how to flow water from the tip, charge the pipe and stay safe

April 13, 2020 02:21 PM

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Leadership

COVID-19 concerns from the company officer perspective

Our organizations should have been better prepared for this pandemic

April 09, 2020 12:37 AM

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