“Home Run”…
Friday, April 24th, 2009“Therapy”…
Friday, April 24th, 2009“Out of the Office”…
Friday, April 17th, 2009Yes, it is that time of year again to take the slow ride down south to Indianapolis for FDIC. I will be out of the office until Saturday. I hope to see many of you either during our class (Engine Ops) or at the usual watering hole. See you there…
“Messing With the Bull”…
Monday, April 13th, 2009Mess with the Bull…Get the Horns.
Great job.
“What’s to Prove?”…
Wednesday, April 8th, 2009LODD Reports – What’s to Prove?
By Ray McCormack, FDNY
I have read my share of LODD reports, and as well intentioned as they appear to be, they often miss the mark. Why is that? Perhaps it is because even though we look for facts and answers, it is the simple ones that seem to elude the [...]
“Which Would You Choose, The Nozzle or the Cheesburger?”…
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009
Which Would You Choose, the Nozzle or the Cheeseburger?
By Ray McCormack, FDNY
The problem with choosing the Cheeseburger is that it rarely turns out the way the way you had hoped. Often it’s undercooked or overcooked; and doesn’t live up to its reputation. The reputation of the establishment can be marred by a constantly disappointing cheeseburger.
Conversely, [...]
“Why Do Firefighters Need to Learn & Understand Building Construction?”…
Saturday, April 4th, 2009Why Do Firefighters Need To Learn & Understand Building Construction?
Aaron Lipski, Milwaukee Fire Department
The answer to this question is simple. Firefighters can take the time to learn and understand the principles of building construction ahead of time or they can learn as they are being maimed or killed by the building.
Buildings respond in predictable [...]
“Tip of the Day”…
Saturday, April 4th, 2009photo by flickr
The above photo depicts an oft-used ventilation method performed in many urban cities. While some may consider it a misuse of a huge capital purchase and downright unconventional, I prefer to focus on its effectiveness. Sure it may take off some paint at the tip, but it also takes some heat off interior [...]