Short Barrel? Long Barrel? Integrated Smooth Bores? Is there a difference in the performance of the fire stream depending on the length of the barrel? Jon Hall breaks it down in this episode comparing all three and coming to what may be a surprising conclusion to some.
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Jon Hall has more than 20 years of fire service experience. He currently is a captain with the St. Paul, MN, Fire Department assigned to Engine Company 14. Hall also serves as a lead instructor in the department's Training Division teaching hands-on skills to members of all ranks. He has previously presented at FDIC, Firehouse Expo, and Firehouse World. Hall is a contributing editor for Firehouse Magazine penning the Engine Essentials column. He is the co-owner of Make The Move Training, LLC and teaches engine company operations throughout the country.
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In Dave Fornell’s Fire Stream Management Handbook, Evaluation and Testing is covered thoroughly in its own dedicated chapter. In this episode Dave discusses what goes into doing it properly and the importance of being diligent in your efforts to be successful on the fire ground. CONNECT...
In standpipe operations the time may occur that you stretch short or just need more working length. Using an Increaser this evolution is simplified. Specially designed to be compact and without rocker lugs, Eric Tollund breaks down how to perform this operation using one. CONNECT WITH US Click Here...
Extending a line using a leader line tip or from a shutoff is an operation that can happen when a smaller line may be needed for maneuverability or mop up after a hit with a 2-1/2”. In this episode Jon Hall reviews this tactic and some considerations for extending the line and securing it. CONNECT...
In this episode Steve Robertson reviews the Bent and Straight Overhaul Tips.
