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Numbering of firetrucks in Finland

This truck as an example:

L is for city/region

S is for volunteer unit

Numbering goes when there´s used this two number system:

First number points for firehouse. In this truck it´s 2, so it´s second firehouse in that area

Second number sings for type of unit.

1 - Fire/Rescue unit

2 - Fire/Rescue unit "second wave"

3 - Tanker

4 - fire extinguishing powder or foam unit

5 - Heavy… Continue

Added by Finn Volunteer on February 15, 2009 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

fire/rescue in Finland

Almost everything about fire/rescue in Finland by Ministry of the Interior, Department for Rescue Service :

http://www.pelastustoimi.fi/en

Finnish rescue authorities are responsible for the safety of people in any kind of everyday incident, and in the unlikely event of a catastrophe or war. Finland is one of the safest countries in the world, and major accidents are rare here.

Based on a Government decision, Finland… Continue

Added by Finn Volunteer on February 15, 2009 at 1:30pm — 2 Comments

looking at getting a new helmet

Ok so heres the thing ive been looking at some new helmets on the fire store.And i cant decide which would be better to get The Bullard UTS6 or the cairns 1010 w/defender shield and bourkes.ive talked to a couple guys on my FD and they said that they are both good helmets.So could anyone help give me some advice?

Added by Alex on February 15, 2009 at 10:10am — 5 Comments

lol??

I'm sorry but this may be a dumb question... What does LOL or lol mean? I see it all the time. I looked it up on Google and it came back as "laugh out loud". Is this what it means? And if so why do so many people put it at the end of their posts? Thanks and bring everyone home.
pgv.

Added by Peter on February 14, 2009 at 9:52pm — 6 Comments

Firefighters VS. Cops THE EPIC BATTLE LOL

So let me start by just saying that it was pure boredom that lead me to youtube today. After a few stand up comedians, some guys being hit in the groin, and a squirl (wait... how do you spell squirl?) that ended up on the wrong end of a clay pigeon thrower; I found myself watching the now famous "fireman vs. policemen" videos. For those of you who havn't seen this series, definatly check it out because its funny!!!!

Anyway... after watching all eight or nine installments of this… Continue

Added by Dustin J. Millis on February 14, 2009 at 6:45pm — 10 Comments

Customer Education

From my latest article at Firehouse Zen:

Every time I hear someone use the term “fireproof”, it makes me think of something my dad (a retired Fire Marshal) used to say: “Nothing is fireproof; a cinderblock at the bottom of the ocean will burn if you can get it to the right temperature.”

When you have teachable moments in your community, it is imperative that you capitalize on them. If your… Continue

Added by Mick Mayers on February 14, 2009 at 3:30pm — 1 Comment

Copenhagen vs Skoal

What pinch satisfies you on the fire ground?

Added by Derek on February 14, 2009 at 2:21pm — 6 Comments

It CAN Happen Here: The Crash of Continental Flight 3407

Thursday night, Continental Communter Flight 3407 crashed into a house less than two blocks from the firehouse in Clarence Center, New York. This incident killed 50 people and injured several others. It also destroyed a Dash 8 aircraft and the home into which it crashed.

How many of us have heard the phrase "It can't happen here"? This can be heard when firefighters and medics don't want to take NIMS training or to consider EOC or logistics roles because "That's… Continue

Added by Ben Waller on February 14, 2009 at 10:34am — 1 Comment

CONNECTING TROOPS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS ~~ DON'T LET THEM BE FORGOTTEN

GI TV

CONNECTING TROOPS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS

Come and join us, listen to some good music and chat. Tell everyone to join us here and have some fun; Dedicate or request music for loved ones anywhere in the world and we will play it for them; Wish family and friends. Happy Holidays that are in the military or visa versa.

Imagine…

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Added by ANJA D'MARIANO on February 14, 2009 at 10:15am — No Comments

True or fake?

I know that there are a lot of people who are true firefighters but then you have some who just want the title but dont want to do any of the work. I dont understand how someone couldnt want to help someone else if given the chance. I guess that because firefighting is what I grew up around is why I dont understnand. The people who want the title and think that they know everything are the ones who are going to get people into "trouble" and even possible hurt. I know from expireance what it is… Continue

Added by Jessika on February 14, 2009 at 6:38am — 4 Comments

After 3 years of service...

After 3 Years of service, I got promoted today to LT. I love what I do, and I'll do it til I crawl. Thanks. Lt. Gene Rhinehart

Added by Gene Rhinehart on February 14, 2009 at 1:30am — 3 Comments

Prayer

Hey All,

I have a good friend, FDNY Retired, that is having a lot of health issues. He has bad heart problems among other health issues. More blockages were just discovered and they believe they will need to put in a stint. This would be his fourth. His wife just emailed me for prayer. His name is Tom. He was FDNY Communications division out of Staten Island. He barely survived the last surgery. All prayers would be appreciated.

Added by Sue Okenyi on February 14, 2009 at 1:26am — 6 Comments

New York City Train De-Railment

by FT Web-Cheif

photos by FT Web-Chief

FirefightingTactics.com

Two subway train cars de-railed around 1:30pm Friday, February 13th. FDNY responded to the scene to help injured passengers.

NYPD are investigating the cause of the de-railment.…

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Added by NJFirefighting.com on February 13, 2009 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Positions- how it works in Australia

G'day All,

in the profile it asks what your position is. In all fire brigades in Australia, all firefighters do everything. we all drive,hazmat,rescue ect. we don't specialise in one thing. In NSWFB we do have guys that do further training for "Heavy Rescue" but they also drive the normal pumper and sit on the back as well when rostered on them.

We don't do EMS as first responders as we have the NSW Ambulance Service with paramedics. there is talk of us doing it eventually but… Continue

Added by Bill MacLean on February 13, 2009 at 6:34pm — No Comments

Crash Site IC: “One of the Biggest, Hottest Fires I’ve Ever Seen”

I just spoke with Clarence Center Volunteer Fire Company (CCVFC) Chief Dave Case, who was the incident commander at the scene of the Continental commuter plane crash near Buffalo, N.Y. Despite it being difficult to digest everything that has happened in the past 12 hours, Case was able to offer FireRescue and FirefighterNation.com some initial reflections on the event as well as a play by play of the… Continue

Added by Janelle Foskett, FireRescue on February 13, 2009 at 5:00pm — 11 Comments

Final Stimulus Package: $210 million for fire station construction

The full text of the compromise stimulus bill was finally released today, and the House has already passed it; Senate voting starts at 5:30 eastern and the bill is expected to pass. As reported by the IAFC, the compromise bill includes several items of interest to the fire service:

• $210 million for fire station construction via the firefighter assistance grants program, with no grant exceeding $15 million.… Continue

Added by Shannon Pieper, FireRescue Magazine on February 13, 2009 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Firepoof

Yesterday I went out and purchased the movie "Fireproof" Today I finally watched it and I am totally amazed at how good it is, It definitly is not the typical firefighter movie although there are some good scenes in it. The movie I am sure shows what alot of us can end up doing, getting to tied up with our Departments and forgetting about our loved ones at home. Now I am not saying we all do it, but I know at times its like thats all I know how to talk about, and then I usually tell my wife… Continue

Added by John on February 13, 2009 at 4:23pm — 3 Comments

Need Help.

I am doing a charity project for the Shriners, I am collecting EMS patches fire rescue anything I can get. These patches will made into a quilt and the quilt will be auctioned off and all the money will go to the shriners. If anyone is intrested in helping please send me a pm here or to itku2er@yahoo.com thanks in advance for the help.
ITK (terri)

Added by itku2er on February 13, 2009 at 4:06pm — 2 Comments

Crash Responder: "We Knew It Wasn't Going To Be a Rescue Mission"

I had the opportunity to speak with Chief Jim Quigley of the East Amherst Fire Department, a 100 percent volunteer department, which responded as mutual aid to the scene of the Continental Airlines commuter plane crash last night. He recalls his first thoughts upon arrival at the scene and discusses some of the fire-suppression effort during his 6 hours on… Continue

Added by Janelle Foskett, FireRescue on February 13, 2009 at 1:30pm — 11 Comments

PS3 Vs. Xbox 360

I know this is not fire related but im finally falling into buying a next gen. system because Resident Evil 5 will be out next month. So please please tell me what i should get. Blu ray isnt that biga of a deal to me. thanks brothers and sisters!

Added by Luis on February 13, 2009 at 12:41pm — No Comments