Jason Hoevelmann

From the Fireground

Jason Hoevelmann is a deputy chief and fire marshal with the Sullivan (Mo.) Fire Protection District and a career captain and training officer with the Florissant Valley (Mo.) Fire Protection District. His experience spans more than 20 years, with more than 15 years as an instructor. Jason holds an associate’s degree in paramedic science from East Central College and a bachelor's degree in fire service administration from Eastern Oregon University. He is a state advocate for the Everyone Goes Home initiative and a board member for the International Society of Fire Service Instructors. He is also co-owner of Engine House Training, LLC.

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Basement fires: Tactics and tips for firefighters
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Research, train, and follow best practices and standards when fighting any fire
Fire attack: Old churches, big problems
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They don't burn often, but when they do legacy churches can hurt or kill firefighters in many ways
3 keys to winning a dumpster fire attack
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Seemingly small and routine, the dumpster fire is as dangerous as a structure fire
5 traits of great firefighting instructors
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There are as many definitions of great instructor as there are great instructors, but they all share these traits
How 4 firefighters can do search and suppression
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Even with limited resources on the fireground, four well-trained firefighters can find victims and knock down the fire
How to attack Type-III legacy buildings
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They are less common and less talked about than new construction, but older buildings pose their own set of risks
Checklist: Vehicle fire attack
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We may train less for them, but vehicle fires can be as dangerous as structure fires; here's how to safely attack burning vehicles
Fire attack: Modern churches
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Mega churches and those in strip malls or other nontraditional settings are a danger to firefighters — know where they are and plan for them
6 ways to water no-standpipe building fires
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You can't guarantee that a building that should have standpipes does, or that if it does, that it will work properly; find them before they find you
15-step tactic to deploy a high-rise attack line
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Getting water to a high-rise fire is difficult; these basic tactical steps will make your attack safer and more efficient
High-rise fire: 7 must-knows about elevators
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Elevators add another layer of danger to the already hostile environment of high-rise fires; knowing how they work can cut the risk
9 factors for planning a high-rise attack
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Fires in high-rise buildings are completely different animals; here's the building blocks needed for a successful fire attack
10 ways to stay safe in strip malls
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Use these steps to protect against the 'funny haze' turning into fire overhead
Tips to being structure smart
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Understanding building construction is more than memorizing the five types; it's about knowing the different characteristics to gain an advantage
5 life-saving things to do during overhaul
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Overhaul is a time when many of us exhale, and that letting the guard down invites catastrophe
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