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Firefighter Mode for Elevators
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Hoevelmann Nov 2, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Apartment Fire Considerations
Started this discussion. Last reply by Andy Turnham Oct 18, 2011. 1 Reply 2 Likes
Read the Building and Size Up
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Jason Hoevelmann's group was featuredA Firefighter's Own Worst Enemy
We cause a lot of our own problems. Let's discuss and train on how to keep us safe and proficient.
A Firefighter's Own Worst Enemy
We cause a lot of our own problems. Let's discuss and train on how to keep us safe and proficient.
Jason Hoevelmann's blog post was featuredBailout Hooks
Check out this new blog from Frank Lipski of Engine House Training, LLC. Visti the site and post your responses and to learn more about Engine House Training, LLC. …See More
Jason Hoevelmann posted a blog postBailout Hooks
Check out this new blog from Frank Lipski of Engine House Training, LLC. Visti the site and post your responses and to learn more about Engine House Training, LLC. …See More
Jason Hoevelmann posted a blog postGet Around the Building
Here are some more pictures from my A Shift buddies, Jim, Bob and Dave at Florissant Valley Fire Protection District. These photos show the challenges of just getting into some of our buildings. It's a lot easier to get a good look at the working mechanisms and traits of these obstacles during daylight and in non-emergent situations.Take time to know what is behind these doors and grates. What are they protecting and how secure are they? Is just a matter of…See More
Jason Hoevelmann's blog post was featuredChallenges Everywhere
Hey, here are some pictures sent to me by a Brother who is going out the DOING the job. The whole job. He and his crew are getting out and checking on things. Bob gets IT and thanks for the pics. These are in his still area and these are buildlings that get inspected and then they go right back to doing this kind of stuff. We have to be prepared for everything and anything. Imagine being the RIT and forcing the back door to make access for a Mayday and dealing with the mattresses? Look…See More
Jason Hoevelmann posted a blog postChallenges Everywhere
Hey, here are some pictures sent to me by a Brother who is going out the DOING the job. The whole job. He and his crew are getting out and checking on things. Bob gets IT and thanks for the pics. These are in his still area and these are buildlings that get inspected and then they go right back to doing this kind of stuff. We have to be prepared for everything and anything. Imagine being the RIT and forcing the back door to make access for a Mayday and dealing with the mattresses? Look…See More
Jason Hoevelmann's blog post was featuredPodcasting from Missouri Winter Fire School 2012
This past weekend we at Engine House Training, LLC had the distinct honor to interview and just talk with some of the leaders of the fire service at the 31st annual Missouri Winter Fire School. We were able to sit down with Billy Goldfeder, Dave Dodson, Forrest Reeder, Doug Cline and John Norman. To say the least, it was a great time. Click on the photo below to hear all of the podcasts. We also sat down with some of the great firefighters that attended. Challenge coins were flashed with two…See More
Jason Hoevelmann posted a blog postPodcasting from Missouri Winter Fire School 2012
This past weekend we at Engine House Training, LLC had the distinct honor to interview and just talk with some of the leaders of the fire service at the 31st annual Missouri Winter Fire School. We were able to sit down with Billy Goldfeder, Dave Dodson, Forrest Reeder, Doug Cline and John Norman. To say the least, it was a great time. Click on the photo below to hear all of the podcasts. We also sat down with some of the great firefighters that attended. Challenge coins were flashed with two…See More
Jason Hoevelmann's blog post was featuredMore Building Construction for Size Up
Here is a quick look at a building that offers more than one considering in regards to construction characteristics. The building in the photos is currently a resale shop. This building has been a tack shop, lawn equipment, sold boats and trailers. If you look hard at the front, it has been added onto. The right side of the building was the original and the left was an addition. The front and side walls are…See More
Jason Hoevelmann posted a blog postMore Building Construction for Size Up
Here is a quick look at a building that offers more than one considering in regards to construction characteristics. The building in the photos is currently a resale shop. This building has been a tack shop, lawn equipment, sold boats and trailers. If you look hard at the front, it has been added onto. The right side of the building was the original and the left was an addition. The front and side walls are…See More
Profile Information
- Hometown:
- Sullivan
- Years in Fire/EMS:
- 24
- Relationship Status:
- Married
- Primary Fire/EMS Department:
- Florissant Valley Fire Protection District
- Department Type:
- Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
- Primary Rank/Role
- Training Officer
- Years With Department/Agency
- 12
- Dept. Web Site:
- http://www.fvfpd.com
- Second Department (if appl.)
- Sullivan Fire Protection District
- 2nd Department Type:
- Combination Fire Rescue Department
- Rank/Role at Second Department:
- Assistant or Deputy Chief
- Years With Second Department/Agency
- 20+
- Web Site:
- http://firefightersenemy.com
- About Me:
- I am a deputy chief/fire marshal with my combination department where I have been a member for 24 years. My career department I am the training officer and have been a career firefighter for 16 years. I enjoy teaching and creating curiculum for classes. I love to pass on my experiences and lesson learned on to others. I have a wonderul wife of 15 years and 4 outstandin children, 1, 3, 7 and 11.
- Day Job:
- Firefighter all the time.
- Facebook or Other Online Profile:
- http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Firefighters-Own-Worst-Enemy/199376...
- Why I Joined Fire/EMS
- I had an older cousin that was a firefighter and being 8 years older than me, he was my role model. So, since about the age of seven, this is all I have wanted to do.
- Why I Love Fire/EMS
- It's the greatest job on the planet.
- Top Issues Facing Responders:
- Leadership, resources and training. Include political road blocks and things can be very challenging. Stay focused and stay positive and things will turn out okay. Only you can control your attitude.
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Bailout Hooks
Posted on March 22, 2012 at 11:54am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Check out this new blog from Frank Lipski of Engine House Training, LLC. Visti the site and post your responses and to learn more about Engine House Training, LLC.
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Get Around the Building
Posted on March 8, 2012 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Here are some more pictures from my A Shift buddies, Jim, Bob and Dave at Florissant Valley Fire Protection District. These photos show the challenges of just getting into some of our buildings. It's a lot easier to get a good look at the working mechanisms and traits of these obstacles during daylight and in non-emergent situations.
Take time to know what is behind these doors and grates. What are they protecting and how secure are they? Is just a…
Continue Challenges Everywhere
Posted on February 17, 2012 at 9:12pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Hey, here are some pictures sent to me by a Brother who is going out the DOING the job. The whole job. He and his crew are getting out and checking on things. Bob gets IT and thanks for the pics. These are in his still area and these are buildlings that get inspected and then they go right back to doing this kind of stuff. We have to be prepared for everything and anything. Imagine being the RIT and forcing the back door to make access for a Mayday and dealing with the mattresses?…
Continue Podcasting from Missouri Winter Fire School 2012
Posted on February 12, 2012 at 10:21pm 0 Comments 1 Like
This past weekend we at Engine House Training, LLC had the distinct honor to interview and just talk with some of the leaders of the fire service at the 31st annual Missouri Winter Fire School. We were able to sit down with Billy Goldfeder, Dave Dodson, Forrest Reeder, Doug Cline and John Norman. To say the least, it was a great time. Click on the photo below to hear all of the podcasts. We also sat down with some of the great firefighters that attended. Challenge coins were flashed with two…
Continue More Building Construction for Size Up
Posted on February 3, 2012 at 11:54am 0 Comments 1 Like
Here is a quick look at a building that offers more than one considering in regards to construction characteristics. The building in the photos is currently a resale shop. This building has been a tack shop, lawn equipment, sold boats and trailers. If you look hard at the front, it has been added onto.
The right side of the building was the original and the left was…
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Thanks for the invite and add brother! I've visited your FFOWE site and you're doing an awesome job! - I also appreciate the "hat tips" you've given my way. It's very refreshing to see individuals like yourself who put in a tremendous amount of time to ensure the safety of our fellow firefighters. Keep up the great work - It's appreciated by more than you know.
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Awesome of you for sharing your information to others, the way it should be.
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