A variety of different nozzle types are flow tested and shown are the implications that may arise. In Part 1 they went into detail about the historical evolution of gated wye operations and their use with legacy flows.
Daryl Liggins is a 26 year veteran of the fire service. He currently holds the rank of Captain with the Oakland, CA fire dept. He previously served as a firefighter/engineer with the Redwood City, CA Fire Department. He has served as a hands on training instructor for engine company operations at many conferences including Fire Engineering’s FDIC, Firehouse Expo, Boise firefighter symposium, County fire tactics High rise operations conference and other various hands on training courses. He instructs engine company operations for the Oakland fire department fire academies and is the chair of Oakland fire departments hose and nozzle committee and has played a key role reshaping some basic engine operations and standpipe operations for the department. He currently sits on the board of directors for fire nuggets a non-profit training and magazine group by firefighters for firefighters.
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A well-loaded hose bed sets the stage for every successful deployment. In this episode, Brian Brush demonstrates how to load both 1-3/4″ and 2-1/2″ Modified Minuteman configurations for a variety of simulated apparatus layouts. He covers key considerations for spacing, direction, and...
When it comes to larger lines, proper construction of the 2-1/2″ bundle is critical for control and efficiency. In this episode, Brian Brush demonstrates how to build the 2-1/2″ Modified Minuteman bundle to maximize mobility and reduce kinks. He explains layout, nozzle positioning, and...
The 1-3/4″ bundle is the foundation of the Modified Minuteman setup. In this episode, Brian Brush walks through how to build the 1-3/4″ bundle step-by-step to ensure smooth and consistent deployment every time. He covers key setup details, bundle size, and placement tips that help crews...
When high fire load demands a big line, you need a fast and effective follow-up strategy. Brian Brush demonstrates how the Modified Minuteman setup allows for a quick transition from a big knockdown with a RAM monitor to a manageable handline. Watch how this method keeps operations flowing smoothly...
