Splitting the Flat Load can provide flexibility when operating with varying deployment needs. In this episode, Kyle Romagus demonstrates how splitting the Flat Load for faster stretches and easier line management. He explains when this approach works best and how it helps streamline operations for the engine crew.
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Kyle Romagus is a veteran with East Montgomery County Fire Department since 2002, holds the rank of Battalion Chief and is in love with engine work. Kyle is the owner of Smoothbore Cartel and founder of Engine Company Resurrection. Kyle teaches engine operations for several well-known fire service instructor groups such as:
• FD tactics
• Brothers in Battle
• County Fire Tactics
• Oathkeepers engine cadre
and is also the admin of engine company resurrection. His primary objective is share knowledge about the value of Engine work with his fellow firefighters.
Kyle travels the country providing lectures and hands on training on engine company skills and provides one of the most compelling lectures on fire attack in the industry.
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Not all standpipe systems operate the same way. In this episode, Kyle Smith breaks down manual standpipe systems, also known as dry systems, explaining how they function and what firefighters should expect when supplying them. He covers operational considerations, common challenges, and how manual...
Flow testing provides valuable data, but only if it is done correctly. In this episode, Kyle Romagus highlights common flow testing mistakes that can lead to inaccurate results and eventually poor operational decisions. He breaks down setup errors, calibration issues, and knowledge gaps so...
Pumping the test header is alternative play in the playbook for supporting standpipe operations. In this episode, Kyle Smith walks through how to properly supply and pump the test header, covering setup, pressure management, and coordination with interior crews. He explains how test header...
Intake Valve design plays a major role in how efficiently water is delivered to the pump. In this episode, Chris Martin breaks down the XD Intake Valve, explaining how its design supports higher flow, its multiple configurations, and reduced friction loss. He walks through setup considerations and...
