Engineer Jeff Spinelli from Winter Park (FL) came up with an interesting thought. He wanted to know what the exact distance the Engine had to park away from the TruckContinue readingEngine’s Point of View
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In the Gutter
John Occhipinti from Hempstead (NY) Fire sent in this picture of another interesting installation. This picture was actually taken in Manilla, Iowa by an architect friend of his. (Just forContinue readingIn the Gutter
Double Door
Lieutenant Brian Dalrymple from Richmond (VA) Fire Department sent in these photos that he uses for forcible entry training. Take a look at the door, determine how you’d force it,Continue readingDouble Door
Nothing To It
Lt. Joe Pennino from Largo (FL) Fire Rescue sent in these pictures of something they discovered during the ever important pre-plan of their area. At first glance this door looksContinue readingNothing To It
Goin’ Green
Lt. Chris Freeman from Passaic (NJ) Fire Department sent in these photos of something we will all probably start to see a bit more, roof mounted solar panels. As youContinue readingGoin’ Green
Nice Track
Engineer Nick Kokias from Eagle River (CO) Fire Dept, Engine 7 sent in these pictures of something he and the crew ran into while wrapping up at a small electricalContinue readingNice Track
Cut Prop 2
Here’s another great idea for a cut prop. This prop was sent in by Lieutenant Jeff Pacia from North Providence (RI) Engine 1. The prop is build out of 2×6Continue readingCut Prop 2
It May Look Like Wood Frame
For many years the old trick of reading the windows to determine the type of building construction was a semi-reliable method. Typically windows in wood frame were found flush toContinue readingIt May Look Like Wood Frame
Cut Prop
This cut station is a simple prop that can be made for less than $100. The prop simulates cutting window security bars, allowing practice using the rotary saw at differentContinue readingCut Prop
Second Floor Access
Chris Wilson from Bloomingdale (IL) Fire District sent in these pictures of an interesting two story residential. Originally they thought this set-up was created during a re-model, however, similar homesContinue readingSecond Floor Access