“Renewal”…
Monday, March 31st, 2008Many of you are probably wondering if you typed in the correct web address…you sure did…
Looking at the header photo above, one might think it is a photo of the South Bronx. It’s actually the lower east-side of Manhattan circa the 1970’s. Contemporarily however, this very same neighborhood is undoubtedly now considered a “high-rent” district [...]
“Lt. James Curran Memorial Seminar”…
Saturday, March 29th, 2008For all of you looking for a plausible excuse as to why you are missing FDIC in a couple of weeks, here’s your out…
www.nyffburncenter.com/incs/events.htm
“Two Reports”…
Thursday, March 27th, 2008Two reports are currently making the “fire-news” circuit. One is the politically delayed awaited final “Charleston Report” and the other is the recently released report on a “close-call(s)” fire in Alexandria, Virginia. The latter does not involve a line of duty death(s) (LODD) however the former tragically involves the loss of nine of our Brothers. Both reports serve as [...]
“Good Press”…
Monday, March 24th, 2008I have been writing for the local newspaper this year in an advisory capacity for the Editorial Board. I get to write about political and local (State and City) topics and have freedom to choose my stance(s) on them. It has been a lot of fun, particularly because I get to see firsthand, the inside [...]
“Point of View”…
Friday, March 21st, 2008Pulling into the block should give the first due Engine and or Truck at least a three sided view of the fire building upon arrival. Additionally, a quick peek at the rear should give you a general idea as to what the 360° picture is. Getting a view of all sides of the fire building assists [...]
“Roll Call”…
Friday, March 21st, 2008I have been working a varying schedule for some reason this year; Lots of shift trades (mutuals if you speak with an “east-coast” accent) and lots of time off. I did work yesterday at a good Engine Company. I am still on the streets covering, however word on the same streets is that my time [...]
“Outside Ventilation Operations Part II”
Tuesday, March 18th, 2008John’s last taxpayer installment showed us some of the difficulties that await when attempting outside ventilation on these types of buildings. But what about that five story multiple dwelling located down the street from the taxpayer(s) you are now drilling at? Have you considered your available outside ventilation options when the fire is located above street level? Hopefully you have; but [...]
“The Dash”…
Sunday, March 16th, 2008I stumbled across a story that may not make the fire service website, blog, news circuit; However, it is a horrible story that should give everyone, not just Firefighters pause. It involves the hit-and-run death of a young man who was recently informed that he was accepted to become a Chicago Firefighter. Although some may consider him a [...]
“Salute to Service”…
Friday, March 14th, 2008Chief Bobby Halton, Editor in Chief of Fire Engineering, has asked thehousewatch.com to pass on a reminder to those planning on attending the Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) in April. FDIC will be doing a “Salute to Service” during the opening ceremonies on April 9th. Therefore, FDIC is asking everyone who plans on attending to show up to the opening ceremonies in their Class A [...]
“Behind the Gates, Part II”…
Friday, March 14th, 2008John has presented many things for us to consider at taxpayer fires. Knowing the types of gates and locks in your area is merely the beginning of what we should expect to find. Knowing what’s behind the gates once we overcome them is a relative unknown until we actually find out. Part I demonstrated some [...]
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