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Understanding-Building-Construction-For-Firefighting-Operations …
Jun 30, 2012 · CHRISTOPHER J. NAUM, SFPE, a Firehouse ® contributing editor, is a 36-year fire service veteran and a national instructor, author and lecturer. He is an authority on building construction issues ...
Oxygen and LEL Metering by Firefighters | Firehouse
Aug 15, 2022 · The alarm levels of the oxygen sensor on a four-gas meter are considered IDLH (immediately dangerous to life and health) atmospheres. The low level is 19.5 percent oxygen.
Station Design: Integrating NFPA Standards into Your Fire
Jun 26, 2018 · Jennifer Bettiol discussed how NFPA standards 1500, 1710, 1720 and 1851 are critical to the layout and construction of new fire stations to improve firefighter safety and health conditions.
Understanding the Use of Fire Department Connections
Jul 11, 2017 · Another factor to consider is who will supply the fire department connection with its water supply. Department standard operating guidelines (SOGs) should indicate which company will supply the ...
The Phenomenon of Spontaneous Combustion - Firehouse
Oct 31, 2003 · Photo by Robert Burke The One Meridian Plaza fire in Philadelphia in 1991, which killed three firefighters, was caused by the spontaneous combustion of linseed oil-soaked rags. Linseed oil and ...
Homemade Explosives: Current and Emerging Threats - Firehouse
Nov 30, 2011 · Fuel oil number 2, or diesel fuel, is the most popular fuel oil used in the synthesis of ANFO. Diesel and other fuels are available at gas stations, heating and appliance stores, hardware stores ...
From Hoselines to Hydrants: Understanding Water Supply
Nov 14, 2017 · The two 3-inch supply hoseline setup contains approximately 36 gallons of water per 100 feet when the hoselines are charged. The friction loss is as follows 1:. 500 gpm – 6 psi per 100 feet
Calculating Fire Flow - Firehouse
May 31, 1996 · Needed Fire Flow. A problem facing the initial incident commander at a fire scene is how much water will be needed for effective fire control. This information will impact on the incident in terms ...
How to Improve Your ISO Classification - Firehouse
May 31, 2004 · ISO CLASS 1 COMMUNITIES. For additional information, visit the ISO Mitigation Online website at www.isomitigation.com or telephone ISO at 800-444-4554.. Edward F. Straw and Dennis Gage will ...