Fire Products
From extra light to hose positioning help, these tools give us a leg up on the scene
It is sometimes difficult to know what equipment, training and miscellaneous expenses our agencies should cover
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This pocket-sized monocular from FLIR can scan large areas through darkness, glare and haze to pinpoint hot spots before they flare up
Follow this step-by-step guide to remove dirt, germs and other contaminants from your computing devices
The department used thermal imaging to locate a heat signature on the cliff and a helicopter shining light on the rescue swimmers during the rescue
Portage Station No. 2 includes gender-neutral locker and shower facilities, on-site training space and “clean” rooms to help prevent cross-contamination
Fire departments have the opportunity to speed area connectivity – an investment that will benefit the entire community
Chief Ralph Terrazas tweeted the gear news after LA’s baseball team secured a spot in the championship series
The drone, donated through the National Public Safety Drone Donation Program, can help with brush fires, search and rescue operations and water rescues, and can view hard-to-reach areas of buildings
The remotely-controlled robot can blast 2,500 gallons of water or foam per minute and can tow up to 1,750 pounds
The drones are equipped with thermal sensors for search and rescue operations and gas monitors to detect hazardous materials escaping from crashes or industrial accidents
Use communications-focused models, methods to enhance fireground communication among members
A house fire led to a complete collapse, causing one firefighter to be injured by falling debris
The role of fire and EMS personnel is changing and this extra layer of protection can save lives
The “safety band” spectrum used to keep first responders from getting caught in traffic en route to an emergency may be opened up for use by unlicensed Wi-Fi users
Guidance for an apparatus committee charged with developing specifications for a new pumper
Detailing three parts of the incident command acronym LABOR: Announce, box and observe
Municipalities in several states reported 911 outages on Monday night, many of which were resolved after a few hours
Video highlights how the first hoseline pull can impact the entire operation
CAL FIRE has recently begun using new technology to predict where flames are expected spread over a certain time period
Bangor Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 772 officials say Chief Thomas Higgins refused to negotiate extending the agreement that allowed them to wear the shirts on some Fridays
The bill would prevent the spectrum used by first responders from being auctioned off in February 2021
The APX NEXT XE P25 Smart Radio provides clearer audio, rugged reliability and touchscreen controls to help keep firefighters connected on the fireground
Paramedic Johnathan Harrison said a tragic incident on his job inspired him to create a device that would make 911 callers’ homes more visible to first responders
Officials said the 911eye system will equip first responders with important details about a scene, such as the color of smoke or severity of a car crash
Chief Gary Ludwig explains how the IAFC plans to engage members and provide networking during #VirtualFRI
Sales of the thin line Fisher Space Pens, which were created for astronauts to use on missions, will benefit first responder charities
Detailing your glove, boots, eye protection and undergarment options, plus what to wear around water
Seeking a new design approach that focuses on preventing contamination in the first place, plus allowing for effective decon
How a self-proclaimed “tech dinosaur” learned to maintain virtual connections with members, the media, vendors and partners
The firefighter said all of her camping gear as well as financial and IT equipment were stolen in the burglary
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