Apparatus
FireRescue1’s apparatus resource center features the latest news and information related to fire apparatus and equipment.
Whether new or used, apparatus costs are skyrocketing, and departments need to develop a plan
A passerby spotted one of the Ashland Rescue Squad ambulances burning inside the station and called 911
A simple way to teach new firefighters the basics of pump operations
A personal plea for all leaders to embrace the clean cab concepts that will protect firefighters from apparatus contaminates
Successful management of long-term apparatus purchasing requires an all-hands approach at the fire department’s strategic, organizational and task levels
The lawsuit says the city violated its collective bargaining agreement with the union by withdrawing representation for the firefighter after initially providing it
Don’t just pencil-whip that form; take the time to get it right
There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to whether the fire service will eventually embrace electric apparatus
Focus your discussions instead on when and where to mask up, how to deploy the hoseline, and what should occur in rehab
More and more fire departments are adding blocking units to protect emergency scenes
Consider costs, compartments, multi-functional uses and response area when envisioning your department’s next apparatus
The surge of lightweight construction across the country underscores the need to look to the future of community development
The advancement of wildland fire apparatus and equipment depends on using available technology and pushing for undiscovered technology
It’s important to consider the implications before assuming transport-capable apparatus is the simple solution to ambulance delays
From auto-pilot deployment and drones to “cow-pusher” mechanisms, fire service leaders imagine the apparatus of the future
“The fire station I’ve been at for the past 10 years is gone. I mean, it looks like just something out of a movie,” said Hughes Springs Paramedic Justin Riehemann
Kansas City firefighter Dominic Biscari was driving Pumper 19 as it struck an SUV, a pedestrian and a building
Readers weigh in on their department’s interest in adding an electric apparatus to their fleet
Fighting fires in the extreme cold of winter offers unique challenges. Are you prepared?
A crash between New Jersey fire trucks underscores the need for all members to check intersections en route as we travel to the incident scene
Dominic Biscari was driving Kansas City Fire Pumper 19, which collided with an SUV, hit a pedestrian and crashed into a commercial building, killing 3
The vehicles are equipped with vital items, including medications, blood products, IV pumps, intubation equipment and ventilators
The defendant is alleged to have stolen Buffalo’s Engine 1 on July 14 while firefighters were responding to an EMS call
Brian Harbaugh said he went to pick up paperwork Sunday, exited the building fast and called for NorthStar EMS to help him; he quit on Monday
The electric vehicle will have a 500-gallon water tank and be able to seat 6
ESI Rapid Response Units offer customizable caps that are transferable to any domestic heavy-duty pickup truck bed
Crews were working the scene of a hit-and-run when the driver plowed into first responders
“We cannot have a life-critical emergency rescue apparatus relegated to a frat party bus,” said San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo
The Athens Fire Department is planning to add six firefighter positions, reduce overtime, replace a fire truck and provide more training
Boulder Fire-Rescue firefighters were on a medical call when they saw the engine had been moved and ran toward it
New Bedford Lt. Steven Torres reportedly used his body to shield the woman from flames as he carried her down the stairs
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham outlines the collaborative effort required to successfully back up a fire apparatus
Two crews rendered aid to the person, who was transported and reported to be in serious condition
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