Firefighting requires continuous learning. As a part-time volunteer firefighter, I can't make every call because I'm not always in town, but I do my best to attend incidents, training, and department activities whenever I can. Our department trains every week, and we're fortunate to be one of the better-trained departments in the area. Even so, there's always room for self-study.
The other day, while I had some free time, I grabbed a rope and practiced tying knots. I realized I'd forgotten a couple of them, so I reviewed the techniques and practiced until they came back. Skills like these can fade if you don't use them, and you never know when you'll need them on the fireground.
The article below offers practical advice on tactical changes that can improve firefighter safety and highlights lessons learned from real-world experience. It's a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the fire service.
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Tactical Changes That Can Save Firefighters' Lives
Modern fire science supports updated firefighting tactics that improve firefighter safety.
Control ventilation and airflow to reduce rapid fire growth.
Conduct a 360-degree size-up before committing crews.
Coordinate fire attack using evidence-based strategies.
Promote a safety culture that values communication and continuous learning.
Salameh, N. J. (2016). Tactical changes that can save firefighters' lives. Firefighter Close Calls. https://www.firefighterclosecalls.com/tactical-changes-that-can-save-firefighters-lives-2/�
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