Brian Brush shows just how to do that through different handling techniques for different attack point positions.
Brian Brush is a Firefighter in Edmond, Oklahoma. With 20 years in the fire service from rural volunteer to metro sized departments Brian brings a wide scope of experience to his program ensuring it will apply to all.
Brian is a FDIC instructor, writes for Fire Engineering and provides training Nationally through Fire By Trade.
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