Firefighting 101

A step-by-step look at how to extinguish a grease fire to share with your community

Video tutorials are a great way to learn the knots for NFPA 1001 skill set

The Jaws of Life was first created in 1961 and are now indispensable tools for many fire departments

The firefighting career field is very competitive; here's a quick breakdown of what you should and should not do as you prepare to join the fire service

Important information to keep you informed about fire safety

The Halligan tool has been an important part of a firefighter’s toolkit from initial creation to present

If you’re interested in becoming a firefighter, or already are one, you will be interested in reviewing the top 12 firefighter facts

Understanding the elements of fire is an essential component of firefighting education and suppression efforts

In order to perform their best, firefighters must adhere to NFPA 1582 standards

If you want to become a firefighter, you might consider these top fire academies

Kitchen, electrical, heater and smoking-related fires are particularly common types of fires

Firefighter salaries and benefits vary by location and rank.

There are approximately 24,000 electrical fires per year, per the U.S. Fire Administration

Understanding the difference between firefighter ranks

The fire triangle's three sides illustrate the three elements of fire: heat, fuel and oxidization