The following is a description of a machinery rescue call from Andrew Brassard and the Milton (Ontario) Fire Department. They received the call around 11:30 pm a few days back for a man caught in a machine at the Leaver Mushroom Plant. At the end are some leasons learned and other things to think about. Also, be sure to check out the linked man-lift rescue post with more variables.
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Extrication In Ottoville (OH)
This past weekend I was able to teach for BGSU State Fire School in Ottoville, OH with a couple other great rescue minds. The May Fire School schedule was just released. Hope to see you in the Heavy Rescue Class.
Read More »Moving Blocks Around The Yard
Here's a quick recap from a lifting and moving class at Ehove Fire Academy. We had a couple hours to talk cribbing, airbags, prybars, driving wedges, and high-lift jacks. It's not work when your having fun playing with blocks.
Read More »A Pod With Solar Power
Lt. Brent Bronner was returning from a run with his crew and they saw a Pod sitting in a mall parking lot. They decided to get a little closer and check it out. When they got a little closer they saw solar panels on top of it.
Read More »Routine Car Fires – Any Such Thing?
Here are some car fire incidents to talk about with your crew. Talk about your PPE, size-up, approach, and water supply.
Read More »Swift Water Rescue / Extrication Simulator
They used handlines under the water and on top of the water to simulate current. This is an awesome and innovative way to get crews some realistc training.
Read More »Kicking Through A Sound Fence…
There are lots of sound fences along highways. Maybe not so many folks that would do what this guy does in the video...
Read More »Vehicle Rescue Scenarios To Discuss
Here are a couple pictures to talk about with your crew. Discuss what your first moves are and what you will need in addition to your immediate resources.
Read More »Confined Space Training In A Refrigerator
This is another innovative training from Lt. Grant Light and his crew on Cincinnati Fire Department Rescue 9. It's another cheap drill to put together in the house.
Read More »Torch Training In A Tube
Grant Light from Cincinnati Heavy Rescue 9 sent these pics over in a rescue email group. Great shots of him and his crew doing some torch training.
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