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Firefighters protesting in Australia

nekton — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:04:31 GMT

Melbourne, Australia, firefighters protest firefighter layoffs and march in support for better fire protection staffing.

2009 IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial Opening Ceremony

nekton — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:32:31 GMT

Over 720 Honor Guard members/pipers/drummers descended upon Colorado Springs to honor their fallen brothers and sisters in a stunning tribute of loyalty and brotherhood.

Houdini-TERC2009

houdiniescape — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:18:36 GMT

The Houdini PRO breakin' glass and takin names at the 2009 TERC Internationals in Puyallup, Washington.

XAL Fire Academy Graduation

nekton — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:55:40 GMT

XAL Fire Academy 09 Graduation Routine.

Houdini PRO shatters; Competitor Fails

houdiniescape — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:53:45 GMT

At a 2009 Competition in Clackamas, Oregon, the Houdini PRO is used to break a window after a competitor's product fails twice in a row.

Youth firefighter combat challenge

nekton — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:51:31 GMT

Check out these skilled kids competing in a firefighter combat challenge. See more from lizaraley

John Elway at Digital Ally's 2009 IACP Booth

digitalally — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:43:04 GMT

Stop by Digital Ally's Booth # 1012 at the 2009 International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference In Denver October 5th 1-3 PM for autograph signing with John Elway.

IAFF Rally against layoffs in Orlando

nekton — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:38:53 GMT

International Association of Firefighters 12th District Vice President Larry Osborne and the 12th district Vice President Emeritus Dominick Barbera speak at a rally against Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer's proposal to lay off Orlando firefighters.

Philips Launches New Products at EMS Today

ftabrizi — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:54:16 GMT

Watch how Philips continues to lead the way in emergency care solutions with the new MRx.

How SCBA developed

ftabrizi — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:02:40 GMT

Rich Duffy, of the IAFF, explains how SCBA came about for firefighters during a keynote speech to the PPE Symposium in Charlotte.

History of firefighter gloves

ftabrizi — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:19:00 GMT

Rich Duffy, of the IAFF, discusses the history of firefighter gloves, including the issues that led to their development and the current designs. It is part of a keynote speech he gave to the PPE Symposium in Charlotte.

Firefighter Boots: A short history

ftabrizi — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:18:54 GMT

Rich Duffy, of the IAFF, explains the origins of firefighter boots and how materials have developed over the years.

Development of PPE materials and testing

ftabrizi — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 10:52:56 GMT

Rich Duffy, of the IAFF, discusses materials used in PPE and how testing has evolved over the years. He was speaking the inaugural Fire Service PPE Symposium, which took place in March in Charlotte.

PPE Symposium: Origins and aims

ftabrizi — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:27:28 GMT

Robert Tutterow, of the Fire Industry Equipment Research Organization, talks about the inaugural Fire Service PPE Symposium. The event took place in Charlotte, NC, in March, and featured some of the leading PPE experts.

Inspection, cleaning and repair of PPE

ftabrizi — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:14:41 GMT

Karl Beeman discusses how NFPA 1851 and the inspection, cleaning and repair of PPE is vital to maintaining safe turnout gear. Karl. who has been associated with the fire service for 30 years, was among the attendees at the inugural Fire Service PPE Sympoisum in Charlotte in March 2009.

Possible changes to SCBA Standard

ftabrizi — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:46:35 GMT

Lt. Dan Rossos reveals some possible changes - including buddy breathers and escape systems - to the next edition of NFPA 1981 Standard on Open-Circuit SCBA. Lt. Rossos, of the Portland Fire Department, is the chairman of the NFPA Technical Committee on Respiratory Protection Equipment, and was speaking at the Fire Service PPE Symposium in Charlotte.

Outer shells and thermal barriers explained

ftabrizi — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:46:36 GMT

Kirk Owen, of Southern Mills, explains how outer shells and thermal barriers work. Kirk retired from the Plana, Texas, FD in 2006 after 30 years of service, and was speaking at the PPE Symposium in Charlotte.

Seattle Stair Climb Winner

hooknlauer — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:30:54 GMT

Montana man breaks stair climb record. He climbed 69 stories in 10:55.75.

'Cook and Ladder' Competition by Tabasco

hooknlauer — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:45:51 GMT

Boston Stair Climb

hooknlauer — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:45:51 GMT

Following the Boston FD as they prepare for fundraiser stair climb

Bradley County Fire Rescue TUFF Challenge 2008

firelt803 — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:13:06 GMT

Dallas Fire Ops 101

Stebro8 — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:03:11 GMT

Dallas Mayor along with City Council members and other City Officials participate in Dallas Fire Ops 101, which was held at the Dallas Fire Department Training Facility on April 5

Fit to Fight Relay

sffdldy — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:56:13 GMT

The 6th Annual Fit To Fight Firefighter Relay (www.fittofight.us). This is an annual relay that covers 75 miles from Atlanta, Ga to Forsyth, Ga. Different departments from around the country participate in a competition in order to raise awareness for firefighter health and safety.

hosefights

OxfordBob — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:35:48 GMT

Thge village of Oxford celebrated it's bicentennial on the weeken of July 27, 2008. The Oxford Volunteer Fire Department held hose fights in front of the Middle School.

FSF-Establishing and Using the Incident Command System-2

rmroz — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:10:38 GMT

Ihe ICS is a great tool, but one that can seem too hard to get your arms around. It's not really, and here's some pointers on using it.

Gainesville,Fla. 4/20/2008 #3

vaerewyck — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:24:47 GMT

Gainesville,Fla. 4/20/2008

FF Combat Challenge Gainesville, Fla 4/19/2008 #2

vaerewyck — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:24:38 GMT

Gainsville Fla. 4/19/2008

FF Combat Challenge Gainesville, Fla . 4/19/2008 #1

vaerewyck — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:24:28 GMT

Gainesville FL. 4/19/2008

Scott Stair Climb 2008

hooknlauer — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:59:49 GMT

The second half of the Scott Stair Clumb 2008 filmed with a Helmet Cam.

Workout in Firefighting Gear

hooknlauer — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:37:24 GMT

A firefighter completes the "Fran" workout in gear. Next time, he says, with SCBA.

Firefighter Combat Challenge 2007

hooknlauer — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 12:18:14 GMT

Firefighter Combat Challenge Relay Instructional Video

jonnymac — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 19:22:33 GMT

"The fast-paced Streamlight Survivor Relay takes high levels of fitness and precision in handoffs. Labeled Five times the Fun; One-fifth the Work, this exciting event is a crowd pleaser. Dr. Paul Davis, the creator of the Relay walks you through the course, giving important tips and rules interpretations."

Fastest Firefighters

axeman15 — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:48:12 GMT

Not sure what firefighting competition this is from, but pretty amazing how quick they pull this off.

Stihl 2006 Firefighter Combat Challenge Champions

axeman15 — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 16:44:06 GMT

A compilation of footage from the 2006 STIHL women's team, the champions of the Firefighter Combat Challenge.

2005 Firefighter Combat Challenge champs

axeman15 — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 11:11:14 GMT

A clip of the 2005 Firefighter Combat Challenge world champs.

Firefighter Combat Challenge 2007

axeman15 — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 11:11:10 GMT

A cool clip from this year's 2007 Firefighter Combat Challenge.