Friday, April 30, 2010

WTF – Wear all the PPE

Guess we still need to beat some sense into some of us. Officer should have stopped this before it started. Come on not wearing SCBA at a car fire. Though that this was settled this back in the 70’s Car fire are no different from another fire. They contain hazards that are not always apparent. so if you got it wear it! EVERY TIME!

From You Tube engine139 — April 27, 2010 — Evansville Indiana Close Call Magnesium Explosion Car Fire

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Free Training

Havne had time to look this over too much but looks interesting .

On your own on this!

FREE

http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/gen_av/first_responders/

First Responder Safety at a Small Aircraft or Helicopter Accident

As small aircraft and helicopters have become more complex, technology has provided systems that have enhanced operational safety. In the event of an accident, many of these systems have presented additional hazards to first responders or any potential rescuer at an aircraft accident scene. The FAA, in cooperation with General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), various manufacturers and first responder professional organizations, has developed training for safety at an aircraft accident scene. While the material was initially developed for firefighters, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and police, it provides useful information for any persons that may come across an aircraft accident.  Flash Player is required to view each module.

Module 1  Systems and Material Hazards
  • Recommended for firefighters and EMS.
  • Primary module that identifies hazards unique to aircraft accidents.
Module 2  Aircraft Type Familiarization and Mission Specific Hazards
  • Recommended for firefighters and EMS.
  • Outlines aircraft variations in service and hazards associated with certain aircraft usage.
Module 3  Command and Recovery
  • Recommended for firefighters, EMS and law enforcement for aircraft accident protocol development.
  • Recognizes operational protocol for managing an accident scene and requirements related to the investigation of the accident.
Module 4  Ballistic Parachute System Familiarization
  • Recommended for firefighters and recovery personnel.
  • Provides information that will detail the installation, operation and techniques used by manufacturers to disable a Ballistic Parachute System so that the first responder will have a better understanding if tasked by the manufacturer to disable the system.
Module 5  Systems and Material Hazards for Rescuers
  • Recommended for police, airport and the aviation community or others that may be tasked with initial rescue.
  • Provides material from Module 1, however recognizes that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may not be equivalent to firefighter/EMS Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and does not address extrication.
Additional accident and training resources:
Reporting an accident:

2010 AFG Application Period Open:

Fiscal Year 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grants

The Department of Homeland Security has posted the FY 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Program Guidance on the AFG Web site. The application period is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 26, 2010, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). Applications for these grants must be received by Friday, May 28, 2010, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).

Nationally, the AFG awards, which will be distributed in phases, will ultimately provide approximately $390 million to fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations throughout the country. AFG awards aim to enhance response capabilities and to more effectively protect the health and safety of the public with respect to fire and other hazards. The grants enable local fire departments and emergency medical services organizations to obtain training, conduct first responder health and safety programs, and buy equipment and response vehicles.

An applicant tutorial is available at www.firegrantsupport.com. The tutorial provides valuable grant information and will walk you through the preparation and submittal of competitive applications. In addition, the applicant tutorial will provide an overview of the funding priorities and evaluation criteria.

The AFG Program is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Grant Programs Directorate in coordination with the U.S. Fire Administration.

Applicants who have questions regarding the Assistance to Firefighters Grants opportunity should contact the help desk at 1-866-274-0960 or at firegrants@dhs.gov. During the application period, the help desk will operate Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (EDT), but is prepared to revise hours of operation based on volume and demand.

For access to the FY 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program Guidance or FAQs visit www.firegrantsupport.com/afg/.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Friends of Ken Soderbeck

Hand-in-Hand Needs a Helping Hand!


Ken Soderbeck Restoration Fund Established

In the early morning hours of April 14, 2010 Ken Soderbeck’s famed “Hand-in-Hand” Fire Apparatus Restoration Shop in Jackson Michigan was heavily damaged by fire. They have started a fund drive to help at Friends of Ken Soderbeck

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Antique fire equipment, building destroyed in blaze in Jackson County

A late-night fire that destroyed Ken Soderbeck's Jackson MI fire apparatus restoration shop. (news report below)
http://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/index.ssf/2010/04/antique_fire_equipment_buildin.html

Antique fire equipment, building destroyed in early morning blaze in Jackson County | - MLive.com
www.mlive.com

Ledford said the building is destroyed, but some of the contents can be salvaged. He estimated the structure was worth $150,000 to $200,000, but would not venture to estimate the value of the contents.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Good video from Lake Station IN

Good pre-arrival video of a fire in Lake Station Indiana. Learn from what happens prior to your arrival. Structure has self vented. and was fully involved in just a few minutes. Remember incident priorities, Life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation, which one are still viable strategies?

mabas21 — March 28, 2010 — LSFD was dispatched to a reported fully involved house fire at about9:15, on arrival heavy smoke and fire blowing from one window was found. It only took a little oxygen for the fire to blow out of every window. Incredible water placement knocked the fire right away and nobody was injured. Thank God the residents were not at home when the fire broke out and investigators were on scene working. Awesome job by LSFD!

LODD Notice from USFA

Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Hyde Park, NY

Vincent Iaccino of the Roosevelt Fire District Engine Company #1 in Hyde Park, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-04-12 During a training exercise at the Dutchess County Fire Training Center, Captain Iaccino experienced severe chest pains. While en route, via ambulance, to a local hospital, he went into cardiac arrest and never regained consciousness. 

Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Peru, KS

Harold Reed, Sr. of the Peru Fire District #3 in Peru, KS has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-04-11 While assisting at a rural brush fire, Captain Reed was overcome by smoke. He was treated and subsequently transported to the Sedan City Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. 

Monday, April 12, 2010

LODD – Two too many again

Really we haven't learned about silo fires??? What are we doing?? Let them burn!
 National Ag Safety Database - Silo Fires: Prevention and Control ...
This manual was prepared to inform Tennessee farmers and firefighters about causes, prevention and control of silo fires.
TR-122, Industrial Silo Fire and Explosion File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat - recommended action for fires of this type is to close off silo ..... Earlier fire at farm may have ignited silo, fire official says‎ -  Hounsfield, NY -- A fire in an animal-feed silo triggered an explosion that killed a firefighter at a farm in northern New York
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Sackets Harbor, NY
from USFA Firefighter Fatalities
Garrett Loomis of the Sackets Harbor Fire Department in Sackets Harbor, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-04-11 Assistant Fire Chief Loomis was among members of his fire department that had arrived on-scene of a reported silo fire. Loomis had climbed the silo to investigate the situation and was returning back down the ladder when the silo exploded. Assistant Fire Chief Loomis died from injuries sustained in the explosion. The incident remains under investigation. Incident Location: 14471 County Rte 145, Sackets Harbor, NY 13685 (USNG: 18T VP 1304 6178).

    Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Gainsville, MO
    from USFA Firefighter Fatalities
    Donald E Schaper of the Timber Knob Volunteer Fire Department in Gainsville, MO has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-04-09 Firefighter Schaper responded to an Emergency request for aid for an unknown type of incident. Arriving at the scene in his personal vehicle, he suffered an unknown medical emergency. Life saving efforts were provided by other responders on scene, and Firefighter Schaper was transported to Baxter Regional Hospital in Mountain Home Arkansas where he died. 

    Saturday, April 10, 2010

    Where is the spring rains?

    Additional open burning restrictions to begin April 12

    Due to an increased concern about wildfires across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is tightening restrictions on campfires in 37 Minnesota counties beginning at 12:01 a.m. on April 12. Full Story

    Active fire Maps

    http://www.fs.fed.us/fire/Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management Web site!

    MINNESOTA’S CL-215 -A few years ago Minnesota (MN) purchased two used CL-215 water bombers for fire fighting in the Northern part of the state. 

    Current MN wildfire information

    Friday, April 9, 2010

    In case you missed it

    The has been a link posted on Firefighter Close calls with Dave Dodsons PPT file on the Art of Reading Smoke. This is an interesting class and if you get the chance to attend one do so. Remember know your enemy.

    From firefighter Close Calls

    THE ART OF READING SMOKE POWERPOINT

    Thursday, April 8, 2010 by Dave Dodson for FireFighterCloseCalls.com
    For more information davedodson@q.com

    Wednesday, April 7, 2010

    Send Off for Brian Carey

    jackb3856 — April 06, 2010 — It was a send-off fit for a hero. And that's what people are calling Brian Carey. The funeral for the 28-year-old firefighter from Homewood drew firefighters from all over the Midwest.
    To see all of the fire departments represented at the funeral is to get a sense of what firefighters call "the brotherhood."
    Hundreds of firefighters came from Arlington Heights, Lake Zurich, Green Bay, and Little Rock. Most didn't know Brian Carey. Never met him. That doesn't matter, they say.
    "The brotherhood is thick. It's deep," said Deputy Chief Bill Potocki, New Lenox EMS.

    Friday, April 2, 2010

    LODD

    Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Tucson, AZ

    from USFA Firefighter Fatalities

    Dennis Robinson of the Three Points Fire Department in Tucson, AZ has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-03-30

    Initial Summary:  
    A few hours after participating in roof ventilation training on the fire department's portable burn trailer, Captain Robinson fell ill at Three Point's Station 92. He was transported to Saint Mary's Hospital, but succumbed to his injury the following day. The nature of the fatal injury is still under investigation. Incident Location: 11777 W Camino Lucido, Tucson, AZ 85735 (USNG: 12S VA 7956 5538)