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In this training video, instructor Mike Pfeiffer discusses his preference for small and compact tools, his careful approach to preserving machines in emergency situations, and his choice of a rigid inspection camera for its close-up capabilities and screen quality. Here is the transcript: VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: I’m going to preach Milwaukee, ok. But the reason I preach Milwaukee is more there’s …
In this vehicle extrication training, Arvada Auto X instructor, Brian Bird teaches firefighters how to properly and safely use Paratech Fire & Rescue Equipment struts and Hydra Fusions to lift a bus off a vehicle at the Arvada Auto X 2023 in Arvada CO. VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: When we look at this bus, where are the hard parts on this bus? …
The Rosenbauer Battery Extinguishing System Technology, or A.K.A. the Rosenbauer BEST System, is an extinguishing system designed to help battle electric vehicle battery fires. Tried and tested since 2018, this system is the safest, fastest and most efficient extinguishing option on the market to cool high-voltage lithium ion batteries and quickly stop thermal runways. Tested on all common cell types …
This electric vehicle fire training teaches firefighters how to properly and safely use chains to tip vehicles on their side during ev battery fires. Next Level Extrication instructor, Paul Shoemaker takes firefighters through step-by-step instructions on a B-post wrap technique. VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: Now let’s talk about the B-post wrap. So just grab a good handful of chain and just walk …
This electric vehicle fire training teaches firefighters how to properly and safely use Rescue 42 Shark™ Step Chocks to create a fulcrum point to tip vehicles on their side. Next Level Extrication instructor, Paul Shoemaker takes firefighters through step-by-step instructions on this ev car fire technique. VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: In weight distribution, where’s the main part of the weight? It’s all …
Based on “IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition”
Forced Entry
Based on “IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition”
Forced Entry
Based on “IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition”
Forced Entry
In this forcible entry fireground training, firefighter two-man crews learn how to force open a heavy, away swinging door using a halligan bar and a fire axe. VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: Little bit about our Halligan here. A 30 inch pro-bar halligan. It’s got a few notches in it about an inch three quarters. That’s generally the depth on the other side, …
Firefighters at Parker Fire College are presented with vehicle extrication training ideas. They undergo a series of vehicle extrication techniques including dash roll extrication, rescue extrication and ‘B’ post blowout. VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION: SAFE THE CAR When we show up on scene, we want to ‘safe the car’. What that means is to try to put it in park or put …
