All Videos Tagged FF (My Firefighter Nation) - My Firefighter Nation

Denver Drill Training

2014-03-10T13:56:47.924Z

Take a look at the Denver Drill training by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.

The Firefighter Wedge

2012-12-21T16:47:13.488Z

This video is on a product called the “FF Wedge” - Designed and Patented by Chief Bill Selzer, a firefighter with nearly 40 years of experience in the Fire Service.

The unique design, construction and geometry of the FF Wedge allows it to be used in a variety of applications - Making it one of the most durable and versitile “chocks” on the market.

For more information contact Bill Selzer at FFWedge@att.net or visit his web site at www.FFWedge.com

Train, Be Prepared, Stay Safe, Make the Save - SURVIVE!
Dale G. Pekel

Firefighter Training Prop - The Pitched Roof Attachment

2012-11-19T21:31:32.684Z

This is a new prop that I designed and constructed to be used in conjunction with the FF Training Wall Prop that I first built quite a few years ago - It's called the Pitched Roof Attachment.

A variety of skills can be practiced on this prop which will help prepare FFs to operate more efficiently and safely from pitched roofs. The prop can be adjusted to 3 different pitches including a 6/12, 9/12 and 12/12 - The low height of the prop is great for training new FFs who don't yet feel comfortable or confident working on a full height roof.

Just like the FF Training Wall Prop, there isn't one component in the Pitched Roof Attachment that is longer than 8 feet or wider than 4 feet - This allows the prop to be easily transported and assembled nearly anywhere. On inclement days it can even be set up right inside the apparatus bay of the fire house.

The cost of the Pitched Roof Attachment shown in the video was approximately $300.00. If you're interested in the prop, send me your email address and I will forward the plans FREE of charge.

Train, Be Prepared, Stay Safe, Make the Save - SURVIVE!
Dale G. Pekel

Firefighter Emergency Bailout Technique - The "Hang and Drop"

2012-06-23T16:04:20.488Z

This video will demonstrate the "Hang and Drop" technique. It's a skill used to exit a window when a ladder is not available and the trapped Firefighter is not carrying a Personal Escape or Safety System.

This procedure should be considered a last resort to escape a hostile environment when all other means of egress are cut off or not existent. A key element to this tactic is getting both hands on the sill so you can position your body back upright with your feet below you. Your legs should be straight (or just slightly bent) with your knees and feet touching each other - When you impact the ground you want to immediately bend your knees and role onto your side to minimize the shock on your body. This technique is sometimes referred to as the "Parachute Landing Fall" or "Stuntman Role".

The effectiveness of this procedure will rely on many factors, including: Fire conditions, your fatigue level, if your gloves are wet, the size of the window, the number of Firefighters needing to exit and the obstructions or hazards below the window and on the ground - Are just a few! Your best bet is prevention, but when all else fails carrying survival equipment such as an Escape/Safety System may mean the difference between getting out alive or not getting out at all.

Train, Be Prepared, Stay Safe, Make the Save - SURVIVE!
Dale G. Pekel

Firefighter Ladder Bail - Instructional Video

2012-06-23T00:43:05.340Z

This is a comprehensive video on the Firefighter Ladder Bail Emergency Egress Technique. The 3 most commonly taught methods will be discussed and demonstrated in detail - Including the “Hook 2 - Go 4”, “Butterfly/Extended Reach” and the “Toe Hook”. Also included will be a review of the “Ladder Slide”.

For the Ladder Bail and Slide to be effective, firefighters need to proactively place ground ladders as early as possible to the windows/floors that members are and will be operating on. Beyond proper placement, firefighters need to safely train on this procedure long before it would ever have to be implemented in the field - Determine and become proficient on the technique YOU like best before it's necessary to use it in an emergency!

Train, Be Prepared, Stay Safe, Make the Save - SURVIVE!
Dale G. Pekel