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How Many Types of Fire Hoses?

How Many Types of Fire Hoses?

You already know a fire hose is one of the most basic, essential pieces of fire-fighting equipment. But do you know how many different types of fire hoses there are? In this article we are going to outline some general

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Future Firefighters Scholarships February 2020

Future Firefighters Scholarships February 2020

Several students have been selected as recipients of the Future Firefighters February 2020 scholarships. Award-winning retired firefighter and founder of Future Firefighters, Roland Dykes said: “The Future Firefighters Board of Directors and myself thank all those who submitted scholarship applications.

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The Realities of Firefighter Health and Safety

The Realities of Firefighter Health and Safety

It’s no secret that firefighters are subject to health and safety risks. As a result, they wear and carry protective equipment intended to mitigate such risks. Nevertheless, when you add up all the hazards firefighters face over the course of

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Fighting Fires from the Sky

Fighting Fires from the Sky

Firefighters are generally associated with fire trucks. But certain fires, particularly wildfires, benefit from the use of aerial firefighting resources. Aerial firefighting takes advantage of airplanes and helicopters to contain wildfires. Aerial firefighters, including smokejumpers and rappellers, are specially trained

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Slow-Motion Videos of Backdraft Fires

Slow-Motion Videos of Backdraft Fires

Backdraft fires are very dangerous, often surprising even experienced firefighters. A backdraft is a phenomenon in which a fire in an enclosed area has consumed all available oxygen and appears to be dormant, but then suddenly explodes when more oxygen

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Speed, Safety, Prevention and Reality of Home Fires

Speed, Safety, Prevention and Reality of Home Fires

HOW FAST!? Just two minutes. In just two minutes a fire can become life-threatening. In five minutes, a residence can be engulfed in flames. Four Fire Facts The flames capture most of a viewer’s attention. But from a survival perspective,

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Fire Hazards and Safety

Fire Hazards and Safety

Threats to fire safety are commonly referred to as fire hazards. A fire hazard may include any environment, circumstance, item or obstacle that: Increases the likelihood of a fire May impede escape in the event of a fire Fire safety

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What’s it Take to Become Hired as a Firefighter?

What’s it Take to Become Hired as a Firefighter?

Want to be hired as a professional firefighter? Yes, it’s competitive. Yes, there are many applicants for each available job. Yes, you must meet high standards. But new firefighters, like those in many job categories, do get hired all over

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Firefighter Physical Fitness (71sec)

Firefighter Physical Fitness (71sec)

Roland Dykes highlights the importance of physical fitness for your own safety as well as for your fellow firefighters. Future Firefighters is a volunteer service organization that provides opportunities for the development of potential firefighters, including scholarships. Future Firefighters is

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Two Major Firefighter Safety Hazards

Two Major Firefighter Safety Hazards

Firefighting is a life-threatening job and it’s not for everyone. Firefighters may be called to many different settings or environments. It’s impossible to predict all of the possible hazards a firefighter may encounter. Firefighters deal with more hazards than the

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