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The above simulation depicts a fire during the holiday season. I have explained the challenges with holiday season fires in a previous post here please take a moment to read it. Does the time of year affect your firefighting operations? How ...

Today I had the honor and privilege of listening to Dr. David Griffin now a Captain with the Charleston Fire Department in South Carolina. He was speaking from his first hand experience, about the tragic fire on June 8th 2007 ...

Another Tactical Simulation in the Averagejake Tactical Simulation Series. This simulation (using  Sims U Share ) depicts a commercial occupancy under construction, with a fire in a dumpster with trash tube connected to the interior of the building. What is your ...

Commercial Building Fire Occupancy Type: Pharmacy What is your size up? What is your mode of operation? What is your initial attack plan? hose line? Rescue Profile? If going to search, how? Starting point? As usual share with your crew, ...

I previously had a post about this topic on the site a few years ago you can read that Here I decided however that a video was worth making as well. Thanks for all the great feedback from my previous ...

Above is the first in a line of tactical simulations using Sims U Share simulation technology. The purpose is to take these simulations and sit down with your department, shift, etc. and go over what you would do in your ...

Please view the short video of a documented nozzle failure while training. I feel it is imperative that all engine companies check and inspect their nozzles, to ensure they will function when needed. I must also add that this particular ...

Before I even start let me clarify, there is no substitute for getting out in your district. It is the best way to gain knowledge of the buildings currently in your area, and if you are not you should be ...

I am a firm believer that “Leaders are Readers”. With the rapid pace the fire service takes these days, and its transition to more scientific research, and an emphasis on analytical data for decision making it is impossible to keep ...

The above video is something I have been working on for a little bit. Riding with only 3 firefighters on an engine it forces the officer to double as the officer and the back up firefighter on the hose line, ...