From straight tips, to fog tips, these nozzles have lower flow rate and unique features making them ideal for water application during mop up
Ray McCormack is a Lieutenant and thirty seven year veteran of the FDNY, Fire Department of New York. He is a panel member for both the UL Fire Stream Attack Study and Coordinated Fire Attack Study. He delivered the Keynote "True Values of a Firefighter" at FDIC in 2009. He was the co creator of Urban Firefighter Magazine. He lectures on tactics, leadership and culture in the American Fire Service.
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Accurately estimating hose requirements is critical when operating in multi story buildings. In this episode, Jonathan Brumley breaks down practical methods for estimating vertical hose stretches. He covers building layout considerations, stairwell travel distances, and hose management techniques...
Vertical hose stretches introduce unique challenges that require planning and coordination. In this episode, Jonathan Brumley walks through techniques for stretching hose vertically, focusing on stairwells, standpipes, and multi level layouts. He explains how to manage hose weight, friction, and...
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...
