Last night in Gibsonburg, Ohio a simulated distressed diver training scenario was conducted. It took place at Whitestar Quarry, which is an excellent place to dive and learn to dive. Many of us have been there numerous times. Each year it seems that there is some sort of diver related emergency and local first responders need to be ready. The ...
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Vehicle Extrication In The Water
Have you ever responded to a vehicle crash in the water? Have you trained for this scenario? Some may say it is a far-fetched incident, but our suggestion is that you prepare for it.
Read More »Cutting With Torches
In this pit the students had the opportunity to use a Petrogen torch and a slice pack. The Fire Cam videos were taken by Austrian FF Bernd Altinger as he used both torches.
Read More »Kid Stuck In A Safe – What’s Your Plan?
To be honest, I had never even thought about having to extricate a kid from a safe. Is it possible, you bet. Just google "kid trapped in a safe". Think about all the safes in Dick's Sporting Goods, Walmarts, Gander Mountains, etc...
Read More »Garbage Trucks – Lifting A Heavy Load
After getting home late Sunday night from the Rippin Rescue in Westminster, SC, I was hurrying to the curb with my bags of trash Monday morning just as the garbage truck rolled up. Two days earlier we were finding ways to extricate a victim pinned by a car that rear-ended the truck.
Read More »Extrication Training Coming Up
Two great training events are fast approaching and the BGSU State Fire School Heavy Rescue class is filling up quick. Check out the flyers and information on both classes below. Our friend Smitty, the brain behind BORON EXTRICATION, is coming south for the Northern Ohio Fools Heavy Rescue.
Read More »Rippin Rescue in South Carolina
This past weekend several of us had the chance to travel to South Carolina for the 3rd Annual Rippin Rescue class.
Read More »In-House Knot / Rope Training – Simplifying A Dreaded Skill For Some…
Some simple knot and rope rescue system training for the dopes on a rope and knot beginners.
Read More »Tire Shredder Rescue In KC
Crews found a large conveyer belt leading up to a hopper that was shut down...
Read More »The Trench Rat Environment
If you have never had any trench or excavation training below is a list of items to review. Many may seem to commonsense, but none the less important so you don't become a victim.
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