Just a simple and basic presentation done as a webinar for basic size up. This was done to keep it very simple for those that registered can take it to their departments and insert their unique needs into the program.

Just a simple and basic presentation done as a webinar for basic size up. This was done to keep it very simple for those that registered can take it to their departments and insert their unique needs into the program.

Basic Size Up for Single Family Homes

This episode is a question answer discussion about search and rescue.  The bottom line is that we aren't good enough at searching and we need to pay particular attention to our techniques.  Additionally, we need to ensure that we are supporting the search at every fire, assume there are victims until WE prove otherwise.  

This episode is a question answer discussion about search and rescue.  The bottom line is that we aren't good enough at searching and we need to pay particular attention to our techniques.  Additionally, we need to ensure that we are supporting the search at every fire, assume there are victims until WE prove otherwise.

EHT Episode 46: Q and A

In this episode Mike Torres brings on a group while driving around in Homewood, IL.  Great discussion on the remainder of vertical ventilation and then they shift gears into overhaul. Be sure to rate us on iTunes an leave a comment.

In this episode Mike Torres brings on a group while driving around in Homewood, IL.  Great discussion on the remainder of vertical ventilation and then they shift gears into overhaul. Be sure to rate us on iTunes an leave a comment.

EHT Episode 45-Vertical Vent Part 2 and Overhaul

In this episode the group discusses vertical ventilation on peaked and flat roofs, including commercial versus residential.  Tim and Jeff have guests on this episode with great information and experience on ventilation.  Tai Rondeau and Beau Espinosa join us with some valuable information and tips on conducting vertical ventilation.

In this episode the group discusses vertical ventilation on peaked and flat roofs, including commercial versus residential.  Tim and Jeff have guests on this episode with great information and experience on ventilation.  Tai Rondeau and Beau Espinosa join us with some valuable information and tips on conducting vertical ventilation.

EHT Episode 44-Vertical Ventilation

This episode we discuss the challenges of victim removal and large area search with our panel.  Please listen in and share!

This episode we discuss the challenges of victim removal and large area search with our panel.  Please listen in and share!

EHT Episode 42: Search Part 3

In this episode the gang is back with a good discussion on tools and equipment we use to supplement our search skills and techniques. Be sure that whatever you use, you understand and know its capabilities and limitations of those tools.   TIC's are tools and don't bury your face in these tools, use it as a supplement.

In this episode the gang is back with a good discussion on tools and equipment we use to supplement our search skills and techniques. Be sure that whatever you use, you understand and know its capabilities and limitations of those tools.   TIC's are tools and don't bury your face in these tools, use it as a supplement.

EHT Episode 41: Search Part 2

In this episode the group discusses some basics of search and rescue. As you can guess, this is a topic that provides a great many avenues and options.  The critical nature of this tactic is why we do what we do--to save lives. What may seem simple and easy is really a skill that must be practiced and trained on as often as possible. Take a listen and share if you like what you hear!

In this episode the group discusses some basics of search and rescue. As you can guess, this is a topic that provides a great many avenues and options.  The critical nature of this tactic is why we do what we do--to save lives. What may seem simple and easy is really a skill that must be practiced and trained on as often as possible. Take a listen and share if you like what you hear!

EHT Episode 40: Truck Work Part 6--Search and Rescue Part 1

 Join us again with Part 2 on ground ladders. The group will discuss deployment, ladder choice and some common sense ideas for using ground ladders, no matter the size or location of your department.

Join us again with Part 2 on ground ladders. The group will discuss deployment, ladder choice and some common sense ideas for using ground ladders, no matter the size or location of your department.

EHT Episode 039--Truck Ops Part 5--Part 2 of Ground Ladders

This is part one of the use of ground ladders.  In this episode we discuss the challenges of where we store them, deploying them and some of the small nuances that can make all the difference in your ground ladder uses. No matter how large or small your department, you will be faced with the need to deploy ground ladders and this discussion will give you some things to consider when developing your SOG’s and deployment models. We talk about  apparatus and how we order and store ground ladders. placement on the building number to deploy angles and reach VES and search inspection tie the halyard or not? 

This is part one of the use of ground ladders.  In this episode we discuss the challenges of where we store them, deploying them and some of the small nuances that can make all the difference in your ground ladder uses. No matter how large or small your department, you will be faced with the need to deploy ground ladders and this discussion will give you some things to consider when developing your SOG’s and deployment models. We talk about <ul> <li>apparatus and how we order and store ground ladders.</li> <li>placement on the building</li> <li>number to deploy</li> <li>angles and reach</li> <li>VES and search</li> <li>inspection</li> <li>tie the halyard or not?</li> </ul>

EHT Episode 38–Truck Ops Part 4–Ground Ladders part 1

EHT--Episode 37 Corrected File-Truck Ops--Part 3

A podcast for all people from all walks of life that are looking for leadership tips, self improvement discussions and ways to be better managers and supervisors.

Lost me at a lot of forcible entry can be taken care of by kicking the door. Have seen several guys hurt doing this not to mention feed the fire. Proper forcible entry is controlling the door which never happens when you kick it. Wouldn’t listen again, horrible quality and personalities as well.

Good podcast Jason, I always enjoy to listen to you talk about the fire service and how to improve yourself as a better person and a better leader all together some way or some how! I will for sure be tuning in to the upcoming episodes!

Great Work!

No Exceptions Leadership

Don't over-compicate the roll of command. In this episode Chief Pronesti discusses a simple initial size up option that takes into account the building.  This is not the only option out there, just one we discussed in this particular episode.   Size--how do you determine size and define that for your crews? Use--understand the special hazards that each use group holds for firefighting operations and the members Type--this requires you to get out and to see buildings and to understand that what we see is not always the facts. Era--this is a critical piece of the puzzle that is forgotten. Get out and learn about the era your buildings were built in and the characteristics of those buildings.

Don't over-compicate the roll of command. In this episode Chief Pronesti discusses a simple initial size up option that takes into account the building.  This is not the only option out there, just one we discussed in this particular episode. Size--how do you determine size and define that for your crews? Use--understand the special hazards that each use group holds for firefighting operations and the members Type--this requires you to get out and to see buildings and to understand that what we see is not always the facts. Era--this is a critical piece of the puzzle that is forgotten. Get out and learn about the era your buildings were built in and the characteristics of those buildings.

Command Considerations--First Arriving: Part 1

In this episode we discuss the motivation of looking at the proverbial glass being half empty as opposed to the glass being half full.   Motivation comes from different places, but looking at the glass half full can lead to complacency and if convinced that half full is okay, the water left will slowly evaporate over time and before we know it the glass is dry. Looking at the glass being half empty can push us to fill it and have a full glass.  Use it as a motivator to keep it above half full.  

In this episode we discuss the motivation of looking at the proverbial glass being half empty as opposed to the glass being half full.   Motivation comes from different places, but looking at the glass half full can lead to complacency and if convinced that half full is okay, the water left will slowly evaporate over time and before we know it the glass is dry. Looking at the glass being half empty can push us to fill it and have a full glass.  Use it as a motivator to keep it above half full.

Leadership--Glass Half Full?

Here is a video of a recent FREE webinar about five common mistakes that new fire officers tend make. These are by no means exclusive, but from my experience are committed by many new officers. -Don’t try to change the world-Don’t have an authority complex-Don’t micromanage-Don’t be a quitter-Don’t avoid discipline I would welcome others that you might think of or have seen frequently.   https://youtu.be/LlhYJ1kzoY4

Here is a video of a recent FREE webinar about five common mistakes that new fire officers tend make. These are by no means exclusive, but from my experience are committed by many new officers. -Don’t try to change the world-Don’t have an authority complex-Don’t micromanage-Don’t be a quitter-Don’t avoid discipline I would welcome others that you might think of or have seen frequently. <a href="https://youtu.be/LlhYJ1kzoY4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/LlhYJ1kzoY4</a>

5 Common Mistakes New Officers Make

Weekly Company  Drill Building Familiarization This drill is a size up and familiarization drill.  It can be broken up into several parts and get as much information gathered as possible. The objective of this drill is to identify specific hose length stretches for large complexes or buildings that may test the ability of your typical 150' or 200' pre-connect hose line.  Share your information with the other companies.      Instructions  Gather some utility or search rope. We use three, 100 foot sections of 9mm search rope in a bag.  Park where you would normally park if there were an incident.  Tie off at the truck and stretch to the most remote area you can access.  We tie off knots every 25 feet to help us figure out how far we are.  Document distances going up stairs, over hand rails, special considerations, etc.  Stretch to the back simulating a large blitz line.     Special Considerations  Access issues for apparatus Water supply location and challenges Forcible Entry Floor plan challenges Rear and remote access points Utilities Friction loss and flow rates Ventilation considerations Occupancy type and demographics First due resources Construction type and associated challenges Proficiency with deployment of dead or static loads Get the permission of the property owner      Special note: If we cannot get into an apartment, we take the distance to the front door of the apartment and then measure the full length of the apartment from the exterior, approximating the interior stretch.

Weekly Company  Drill Building Familiarization This drill is a size up and familiarization drill.  It can be broken up into several parts and get as much information gathered as possible. The objective of this drill is to identify specific hose length stretches for large complexes or buildings that may test the ability of your typical 150' or 200' pre-connect hose line.  Share your information with the other companies.  Instructions  Gather some utility or search rope. We use three, 100 foot sections of 9mm search rope in a bag.  Park where you would normally park if there were an incident.  Tie off at the truck and stretch to the most remote area you can access.  We tie off knots every 25 feet to help us figure out how far we are.  Document distances going up stairs, over hand rails, special considerations, etc.  Stretch to the back simulating a large blitz line.     Special Considerations <ul> <li>Access issues for apparatus</li> <li>Water supply location and challenges</li> <li>Forcible Entry</li> <li>Floor plan challenges</li> <li>Rear and remote access points</li> <li>Utilities</li> <li>Friction loss and flow rates</li> <li>Ventilation considerations</li> <li>Occupancy type and demographics</li> <li>First due resources</li> <li>Construction type and associated challenges</li> <li>Proficiency with deployment of dead or static loads</li> <li>Get the permission of the property owner</li> </ul> Special note: If we cannot get into an apartment, we take the distance to the front door of the apartment and then measure the full length of the apartment from the exterior, approximating the interior stretch.

Company Planning at Buildings

This is a short podcast discussing some basics of calling the Mayday.  In this episode we discuss the shift from using LUNAR to the three W's.  Who are you? What happened to you? Where are you?  With those three questions, as a firefighter we can provide pertinent information and not have to try to remember a long acronym.   We also discuss the importance of radio discipline and keeping units and companies that were operating when the Mayday was called to stay on the tactical channel.  This allows crews operating on the scene to hear and know the Mayday is called and to maybe effect the rescue of the downed firefighter well before a RIT is deployed. Of course this is dependent on several factors and your SOG's.   Command needs to be controlling the scene and getting extra help early during a Mayday.  It is the responsibility of the IC to ask additional questions of the downed firefighter and to start adding additional division supervisors to direct operations to assist in reducing radio traffic. Here are some links to recent events that involved Maydays    FDIC 2016   FDIC 2016 Firefighter Bailout Video Virginia Firefighter Bailout after Flashover Milwaukee Bailout at Apartment Fire Firefighter Bails Out in China Hamilton, OH Mayday Audio

This is a short podcast discussing some basics of calling the Mayday.  In this episode we discuss the shift from using LUNAR to the three W's. <ul> <li>Who are you?</li> <li>What happened to you?</li> <li>Where are you?</li> </ul> With those three questions, as a firefighter we can provide pertinent information and not have to try to remember a long acronym.   We also discuss the importance of radio discipline and keeping units and companies that were operating when the Mayday was called to stay on the tactical channel.  This allows crews operating on the scene to hear and know the Mayday is called and to maybe effect the rescue of the downed firefighter well before a RIT is deployed. Of course this is dependent on several factors and your SOG's.   Command needs to be controlling the scene and getting extra help early during a Mayday.  It is the responsibility of the IC to ask additional questions of the downed firefighter and to start adding additional division supervisors to direct operations to assist in reducing radio traffic. Here are some links to recent events that involved Maydays <a href="http://www.fdic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">   FDIC 2016</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/3TA-KWK41F8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FDIC 2016 Firefighter Bailout Video</a> <a href="http://www.firefighternation.com/article/news-2/flashover-forces-bailout-virginia-fire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Virginia Firefighter Bailout after Flashover</a> <a href="http://www.firefighternation.com/videos/bailout-milwaukee-apartment-fire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Milwaukee Bailout at Apartment Fire</a> <a href="http://www.statter911.com/2015/12/22/caught-on-video-firefighter-on-fire-bails-out-of-window/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Firefighter Bails Out in China</a> <a href="http://www.firefighternation.com/videos/dispatch-audio-hamilton-ohio-lodd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hamilton, OH Mayday Audio</a>

EHT Mayday Basics 

This episode discusses the importance of setting very specific goals and objectives.  Being specific allows us to create a realistic and attainable plan to achieve our goals. We need to set bench marks and a written record of our progress, successes and set backs.  Below is an example of some specific goals and objectives for a fire officer.  Some of the objectives could be more specific. Can you  pick them out and see where more specific details could be added? Be sure to be realistic, dreaming and reaching high is very different from fair tales.   Goals Short-term: 1) Obtain rank of Lieutenant 2) Motivate, lead, and train new and tenured crew members once promoted Long-term: 1) Obtain rank of Captain 2) Obtain masters degree in Emergency Services Management Objectives Obtain Rank of Lieutenant: -Personal study and training (daily) to improve my KSA’s -Take leadership/company officer training classes -Find current company officer to mentor me for the purpose of becoming a company officer -Participate in next promotional process Motivate, lead, train crew members: -Lead by positive example of respect and encouragement -Assess where deficiencies are in my crew’s KSA’s -Develop and implement specific training to improve my crew’s KSA’s and tactical proficiency Obtain Rank of Captain: -Obtain rank of lieutenant first -Obtain Fire Officer II certification -Continue to take leadership/company officer training classes -Participate in captain’s promotional process Obtain Master’s Degree: -Obtain rank of lieutenant first, for purpose of full District tuition reimbursement -Narrow down and select university -Complete program within 2 years of starting

This episode discusses the importance of setting very specific goals and objectives.  Being specific allows us to create a realistic and attainable plan to achieve our goals. We need to set bench marks and a written record of our progress, successes and set backs.  Below is an example of some specific goals and objectives for a fire officer.  Some of the objectives could be more specific. Can you  pick them out and see where more specific details could be added? Be sure to be realistic, dreaming and reaching high is very different from fair tales. Goals Short-term: 1) Obtain rank of Lieutenant 2) Motivate, lead, and train new and tenured crew members once promoted Long-term: 1) Obtain rank of Captain 2) Obtain masters degree in Emergency Services Management Objectives Obtain Rank of Lieutenant: -Personal study and training (daily) to improve my KSA’s -Take leadership/company officer training classes -Find current company officer to mentor me for the purpose of becoming a company officer -Participate in next promotional process Motivate, lead, train crew members: -Lead by positive example of respect and encouragement -Assess where deficiencies are in my crew’s KSA’s -Develop and implement specific training to improve my crew’s KSA’s and tactical proficiency Obtain Rank of Captain: -Obtain rank of lieutenant first -Obtain Fire Officer II certification -Continue to take leadership/company officer training classes -Participate in captain’s promotional process Obtain Master’s Degree: -Obtain rank of lieutenant first, for purpose of full District tuition reimbursement -Narrow down and select university -Complete program within 2 years of starting

Set Specific Goals and Objectives

This podcast addresses only three components of setting expectations for your members.  It is really one of the most important things you need to do as a newly promoted officer, or if you are trying to gain control of a division, shift or crew.   If they don't know what's expected, it's impossible for you expect it from them.

This podcast addresses only three components of setting expectations for your members.  It is really one of the most important things you need to do as a newly promoted officer, or if you are trying to gain control of a division, shift or crew. If they don't know what's expected, it's impossible for you expect it from them.

Setting Expectations: Part 1

Chief Reilly took some fabulous notes, here they are:    Set your standards, your own code, and then live by them. Do not allow others to define what good or bad is.     Management always has the right to manage poorly     Normally bad assignments done last forever. Don’t do something that will stay with you for your entire career. One of the worst things to be labeled is a malcontent.     Surround yourself with good people, positive energy comes for this.     Stay in your lane. If you are a firefighter in a bad situation, then just concentrate on being the best firefighter you can. If you are a chauffeur or a company officer same thing.     Your ability with two, five, seven years of experience probably is going to be very limited to influence the mind of a 30 year veteran.     How many of the stupid things that management/leadership impact you?     “Oh that’s a stupid rule I would never do that” Well good then you don’t need to worry about it. I can guarantee you that even if you wouldn’t do that, someone else did and that is the reason why they came out with the rule!!!     Don’t worry about making them look bad, let them make you look good.     Remember it is still the best job in the world. If they are putting you in the position where you don’t feel that any more you might want to think about moving on. 

Chief Reilly took some fabulous notes, here they are: <ol> <li>Set your standards, your own code, and then live by them. Do not allow others to define what good or bad is.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Management always has the right to manage poorly</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Normally bad assignments done last forever. Don’t do something that will stay with you for your entire career. One of the worst things to be labeled is a malcontent.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Surround yourself with good people, positive energy comes for this.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Stay in your lane. If you are a firefighter in a bad situation, then just concentrate on being the best firefighter you can. If you are a chauffeur or a company officer same thing.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Your ability with two, five, seven years of experience probably is going to be very limited to influence the mind of a 30 year veteran.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>How many of the stupid things that management/leadership impact you?</li> </ol> <ul> <li>“Oh that’s a stupid rule I would never do that” Well good then you don’t need to worry about it. I can guarantee you that even if you wouldn’t do that, someone else did and that is the reason why they came out with the rule!!!</li> </ul> <ol> <li>Don’t worry about making them look bad, let them make you look good.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Remember it is still the best job in the world. If they are putting you in the position where you don’t feel that any more you might want to think about moving on.</li> </ol>

Surviving the Poor Company or Department

Nothing can be so chaotic as a firefighter in trouble that calls a Mayday.  The fire service spends a lot of time and resources in training firefighters and task level officers in techniques and methods for calling a Mayday and surviving those situations---as it should be!  However, there has been little developed and created in the way of real, meaningful training for incident commanders to hone their skills in handling a Mayday.   This podcast will discuss, generally, about commanding a Mayday.  It is part 1 of a multi-part series that will focus on the IC and his/her role in handling the Mayday for a successful outcome.     Our special guest for this series is Assistant Chief Joe Pronesti of the Elyria, OH Fire Department.  He speaks from experiences and his in-depth training.    Chief Pronesti will be speaking at FDIC International 2017 on   Size-Up and Command for the Small Department: How to Avoid Being Lost in the Fog of the Fireground on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 08:00-12:00 in Rooms 132-133. Below are some examples of what Chief Pronesti is doing and offering.   A lazy boy training of to talk about VEiS go or no go heavy fire on div 2. Practice your command! pic.twitter.com/UuDwcIPckk — Joe Pronesti (@efdchief3) April 14, 2017

Nothing can be so chaotic as a firefighter in trouble that calls a Mayday.  The fire service spends a lot of time and resources in training firefighters and task level officers in techniques and methods for calling a Mayday and surviving those situations---as it should be!  However, there has been little developed and created in the way of real, meaningful training for incident commanders to hone their skills in handling a Mayday. This podcast will discuss, generally, about commanding a Mayday.  It is part 1 of a multi-part series that will focus on the IC and his/her role in handling the Mayday for a successful outcome.   Our special guest for this series is <a href="https://twitter.com/efdchief3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Assistant Chief Joe Pronesti</a> of the Elyria, OH Fire Department.  He speaks from experiences and his in-depth training.    Chief Pronesti will be speaking at <a href="http://www.fdic.com/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FDIC International 2017</a> on  <a href="http://events.pennwell.com/FDIC2017/Public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&amp;SessionID=17074" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Size-Up and Command for the Small Department: How to Avoid Being Lost in the Fog of the Fireground</a> on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 08:00-12:00 in Rooms 132-133. Below are some examples of what Chief Pronesti is doing and offering. A lazy boy training of to talk about VEiS go or no go heavy fire on div 2. Practice your command! <a href="https://t.co/UuDwcIPckk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/UuDwcIPckk</a> — Joe Pronesti (@efdchief3) <a href="https://twitter.com/efdchief3/status/853000940579954689" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">April 14, 2017</a>

Commanding the Mayday: Part 1

This podcast discusses how difficult it can be work and exist in an environment of people that aren't like-minded. Many of us want to include others in our enthusiasm and pride for our job, and it is not easy to do that.   We have to be realistic in how we gather support and conversion, if you will, of others that not only are like-minded; those are the easy converts.  But, rather the conversion of those that are on the fence or non-committal either way. If we work real hard, are patient and understand the dynamics involved, we can bring along those that were adversarial. Pick them off one at a time like a sniper. Don't try to move the whole group or change the entire organization at once. One at a time works, but still takes time, but it works.

This podcast discusses how difficult it can be work and exist in an environment of people that aren't like-minded. Many of us want to include others in our enthusiasm and pride for our job, and it is not easy to do that. We have to be realistic in how we gather support and conversion, if you will, of others that not only are like-minded; those are the easy converts.  But, rather the conversion of those that are on the fence or non-committal either way. If we work real hard, are patient and understand the dynamics involved, we can bring along those that were adversarial. Pick them off one at a time like a sniper. Don't try to move the whole group or change the entire organization at once. One at a time works, but still takes time, but it works.

The Sniper Effect

Captain and Lead Instructor from Engine House Training, LLC, Steve Heidbreder talks about how to prepare for the fight when coming on duty for walking into the engine house as volunteer.

Captain and Lead Instructor from Engine House Training, LLC, Steve Heidbreder talks about how to prepare for the fight when coming on duty for walking into the engine house as volunteer.

Preparing for the Fight

In the last few weeks I posted about being aggressive. In that post I mentioned that we, our department, will search without a hose line.  This seemed to raise some eyebrows and concern about what I said. This podcast addresses what I mean by that and some ways to search without the hose line in your hands.   We train and operate in a manner that allows our crews to search unattached to a hose line. For good reason too because we have trained and drilled and found that we are delaying one tactic or the other when we search strictly off of the hose line while making the attack. We allow the fire to grow unchecked and we delay the search for victims when we are trying to do both at the same time. It's critical that you train and operate within your resources and SOG's.   Thanks for listening and take care.

In the last few weeks I posted about being aggressive. In that post I mentioned that we, our department, will search without a hose line.  This seemed to raise some eyebrows and concern about what I said. This podcast addresses what I mean by that and some ways to search without the hose line in your hands.   We train and operate in a manner that allows our crews to search unattached to a hose line. For good reason too because we have trained and drilled and found that we are delaying one tactic or the other when we search strictly off of the hose line while making the attack. We allow the fire to grow unchecked and we delay the search for victims when we are trying to do both at the same time. It's critical that you train and operate within your resources and SOG's. Thanks for listening and take care.

With or Without the Hose Line?

Bailout is a last option for us when things go bad. We can do all of the right things and still find ourselves in trouble. It doesn't and won't happen often when we train and operate in standard manners, but we have to be prepared. This podcast discusses some basic concepts that we at Engine House Training, LLC teach and believe in regarding firefighter bailout.  I have a also attached the .pdf for the build out of the low prop we use for instructing and mastering our bailout skills. You don't need a tall building. Be sure to check us out at FDIC 2016 HOT.   Low Bailout Prop Link   https://youtu.be/3TA-KWK41F8

Bailout is a last option for us when things go bad. We can do all of the right things and still find ourselves in trouble. It doesn't and won't happen often when we train and operate in standard manners, but we have to be prepared. This podcast discusses some basic concepts that we at Engine House Training, LLC teach and believe in regarding firefighter bailout.  I have a also attached the .pdf for the build out of the low prop we use for instructing and mastering our bailout skills. You don't need a tall building. Be sure to check us out at <a href="http://www.fdic.com/attend/conference/hands-on-training/2016/firefighter-bailout-techniques.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FDIC 2016 HOT.</a> <a href="http://www.enginehousetraining.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/EHT-10-Foot-Prop-Build.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Low Bailout Prop Link</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/3TA-KWK41F8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/3TA-KWK41F8</a>

Bailout Basics

This podcast is for all of us that struggle from time to time with the opinions of others.  In most cases, when we put ourselves out there in any format, whether be as an engaged, energetic firefighter or officer to posting and blogging and writing and teaching, there are those that go out of their way to try and knock us down.   This is my response and therapy.  I hope is keeps you going!  Do NOT allow those that will never put themselves in a position to be challenged and criticized to affect your motivation.   Keep pushing!

This podcast is for all of us that struggle from time to time with the opinions of others.  In most cases, when we put ourselves out there in any format, whether be as an engaged, energetic firefighter or officer to posting and blogging and writing and teaching, there are those that go out of their way to try and knock us down. This is my response and therapy.  I hope is keeps you going!  Do NOT allow those that will never put themselves in a position to be challenged and criticized to affect your motivation. Keep pushing!

Don't Let the Bad Days Win

This episode discusses our intentions and how, as leaders and fire officers, we need to put the group ahead of ourselves.  Servant leadership is real and it makes a difference in your relationships and effectiveness as a leader. I have four basic priorities for myself and my members when on duty and in this order: --Citizens --Organization --Crew/Shift --Self Thanks for listening and share us and rate us on iTunes.

This episode discusses our intentions and how, as leaders and fire officers, we need to put the group ahead of ourselves.  Servant leadership is real and it makes a difference in your relationships and effectiveness as a leader. I have four basic priorities for myself and my members when on duty and in this order: --Citizens --Organization --Crew/Shift --Self Thanks for listening and share us and rate us on iTunes.

For the Good of Group

This episode we discuss some items to consider when handling limited or no water area incidents.  You have to know where these are in your response area and have a plan to over-come the problem.  Each has the potential for being a challenge, but this can be easily conquered by preplanning and training.  Be familiar with the capabilities of your equipment and the availability of mutual aid.  Review not only your response area but also the area you respond mutual aid to. Do you practice setting-up draft sites, fill sites, and how to efficiently move water in a limited water setting?  These can be make-or-break skills when establishing water supply in a rural setting.   These areas and more will be discussed during the Podcast. 

This episode we discuss some items to consider when handling limited or no water area incidents.  You have to know where these are in your response area and have a plan to over-come the problem.  Each has the potential for being a challenge, but this can be easily conquered by preplanning and training.  Be familiar with the capabilities of your equipment and the availability of mutual aid.  Review not only your response area but also the area you respond mutual aid to. Do you practice setting-up draft sites, fill sites, and how to efficiently move water in a limited water setting?  These can be make-or-break skills when establishing water supply in a rural setting.   These areas and more will be discussed during the Podcast.

Over Coming Challenges of Limited Water Areas

Chief Joe Pronesti and Jason Hoevelmann discuss three fires that happened on, or near Father's Day.  The fires had a huge impact on many families, as all line of duty deaths do and we felt it appropriate to discuss the lessons and stories of these fires.   Chief Pronesti also has a recent article about these fires in Fire Engineering and the link is below.    Article   Here are some additional links for more information about these fires.  Vendome Article from Fire Engineering  Boston Fire History  FDNY Father's Day Fire  Article on Kids of Father's Day Fire  Charleston Sofa Fire

Chief Joe Pronesti and Jason Hoevelmann discuss three fires that happened on, or near Father's Day.  The fires had a huge impact on many families, as all line of duty deaths do and we felt it appropriate to discuss the lessons and stories of these fires. Chief Pronesti also has a recent article about these fires in <a href="http://fireengineering.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fire Engineering</a> and the link is below. <a href="http://www.fireengineering.com/articles/2017/06/fathers-day-its-special-meaning-for-the-fire-service.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Article</a> Here are some additional links for more information about these fires. <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=2&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiZ8e3D1cDUAhVG7YMKHahoD8oQFggvMAE&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fireengineering.com%2Farticles%2F2012%2F11%2F10-15-tragedy-on-com-ave-the-collapse-of-the-hotel-vendome.html&amp;usg=AFQjCNGnNWK0X8nw3Ncizvkc22p5_PeALw&amp;sig2=ijHHEzL-4LHdVynlA2iyng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Vendome Article from Fire Engineering</a> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=5&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiZ8e3D1cDUAhVG7YMKHahoD8oQFghBMAQ&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fbostonfirehistory.org%2Ffires%2Fthe-hotel-vendome-fire-and-collapse%2F&amp;usg=AFQjCNEyOm7W4CgYEGfh17G_kzWjqvaytg&amp;sig2=acq4SFeT98772B8wIsBZ7w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Boston Fire History</a> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=4&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjB5eyi58DUAhVh7YMKHRZOBiQQFgg_MAM&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.commandsafety.com%2F2013%2F06%2F16%2Fremembering-the-fdny-fathers-day-fire-2001%2F&amp;usg=AFQjCNF5zKfht3jp3GOS6TKrqeXaHdRqJQ&amp;sig2=1MvDTy1ychJsO_MeYQxgqg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> FDNY Father's Day Fire</a> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=5&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjB5eyi58DUAhVh7YMKHRZOBiQQFghGMAQ&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fnypost.com%2F2014%2F06%2F15%2Ffirefighters-children-remember-lost-dads-on-sad-fathers-day%2F&amp;usg=AFQjCNF6nhytghzsbyMjA-x3cvyPHR1h5w&amp;sig2=KNvYbcQkz7RkHazQQQTriw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Article on Kids of Father's Day Fire</a> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=6&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwi-rdbO58DUAhWB5YMKHYyPB-gQFgiOATAF&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nist.gov%2Fnews-events%2Fnews%2F2011%2F03%2Fnist-releases-final-report-charleston-sofa-store-fire&amp;usg=AFQjCNGwKCwtItY9d65DOLDTJoepEkx9zw&amp;sig2=sncVGzWkyiBaX-fSaFMXvA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Charleston Sofa Fire</a>

Never Forget: Father's Day LODD Fires

This episode we discuss some items to consider when dealing with service and misc. calls.  It's important that we don't take these incidents lightly.  Each call has the potential for being a challenge, not matter how it is dispatched or what you think it might be. For CO calls follow your guidelines for calling out service personnel to double check readings or lack of readings.  We have a threshold that requires a call to the gas company for any CO reading of over 10PPM. However, most will call out the gas company for any readings, just to eliminate any margin of error. We also take advantage of any service call or misc. call by checking and ensuring operation of the smoke detectors and batteries.  This has been a great PR technique for us and gets us in the entire house for familiarization. Additionally, don't dress down for these "check the buildings" calls and other seemingly benign calls.  As you will hear in the show, you never know what you're going to pull up on--so be ready and prepared. Don't talk lightly these calls and expect the unexpected.

This episode we discuss some items to consider when dealing with service and misc. calls.  It's important that we don't take these incidents lightly.  Each call has the potential for being a challenge, not matter how it is dispatched or what you think it might be. For CO calls follow your guidelines for calling out service personnel to double check readings or lack of readings.  We have a threshold that requires a call to the gas company for any CO reading of over 10PPM. However, most will call out the gas company for any readings, just to eliminate any margin of error. We also take advantage of any service call or misc. call by checking and ensuring operation of the smoke detectors and batteries.  This has been a great PR technique for us and gets us in the entire house for familiarization. Additionally, don't dress down for these "check the buildings" calls and other seemingly benign calls.  As you will hear in the show, you never know what you're going to pull up on--so be ready and prepared. Don't talk lightly these calls and expect the unexpected.

EHT Service and Misc Calls--Podcast

In this episode we discuss four principles that will help the fire officer, or individual in any walk of life be successful and provides guidance in being effective.   Be generous Be constructive Be productive Be aggressive   I am also attaching a link to the video and the Powerpoint that was used for the webinar that this podcast was created for.   Webinar Video Powerpoint Program File

In this episode we discuss four principles that will help the fire officer, or individual in any walk of life be successful and provides guidance in being effective. Be generous Be constructive Be productive Be aggressive I am also attaching a link to the video and the Powerpoint that was used for the webinar that this podcast was created for. <a href="https://youtu.be/h9eu1sMQSmU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Webinar Video</a> <a href="https://app.box.com/s/bplq1cayiiuv1uc65qy1mrtvtsnuodhw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Powerpoint Program File</a>

Four Principles for Success

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