Monthly Archives: September 2006

Watch the World’s Largest Fire Truck Parade at the 25th Annual Burnsville Fire Muster - by Kevin Stirtz

On Saturday September 11, 2004 (at 11:00 am) you can experience a world-record setting parade with over a mile of fire trucks. It is the signature event of the 25th Annual Burnsville Fire Muster. (PRWEB) September 1, 2004 — On Saturday September 11, 2004 (at 11:00 am) you can experience a world-record setting parade with [...]

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Vandalism Round-Up

Richland WA:
RICHLAND, Wash. - Police said it is the work of a vandal. Windows are broken out and the inside of the Richland Public Library is trashed.
Library workers came in this morning to find a huge mess. They said someone broke-in over night and tore the place apart.
The suspect sprayed the [...]

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Preventing Fire Damage in your Office - by Jonathan Meyer

Many damage hazards in your office can be prevented easily if you pay attention to the details and prevent them beforehand. Preventing fire in the office is important and can save a lot of time and money as recovering burned files and data can be very expensive. Even if your budget does not allow you [...]

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Airport Crash Rescue Truck Training in Full Swing

Our newly acquired Crash Truck, Crash 11, has been getting a good workout with our group of designated fire department trainers. Earlier this week the training group worked with staff from the Minneapolis Airport Fire Department to determine the best approaches to potential aircraft crash sites at Flying Cloud Airport.
This kind of pre-plan work is [...]

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Fireplace Safety - by Kim Filler

When purchasing a fireplace for your home you must consider every hazard associated, so you can take all necessary measures in preventing fires or fire related injuries. Keep in mind the precautions listed below in order to decrease the odds of any fire related problems in your home:
Never:%2526lt;ul%2526gt;%2526lt;li%2526gt;Never burn charcoal or use a hibachi in [...]

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Powered Industrial Trucks

Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify eight different categories of powered industrial trucks to assure their suitability for potentially hazardous atmospheres. Note: Coffee Break Training Bulletins are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
Original post by George Esbensen and software by Elliott Back

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How Does A Fire Alarm System Work? - by Gray Rollins

A fire alarm system alerts people in the building of a possible fire. They help protect those inside by notifying them that they need to evacuate for safety. Most fire alarm systems will also automatically notify the nearest emergency personnel so they can take care of the fire.
Fire alarms can be triggered by smoke detectors, [...]

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Fire Doors for Safety and Protection - by Chris Rimell

We at Kaiser Doors Limited are pledged to develop complete safety solutions as fire doors for you. Whatever kind of establishment you want to fire protect, Kaiser Doors Limited gives you an array of choices with its most comprehensive range of fire doors in steel, fiberglass and Aluminium. Our doors numerous profiles and style variations [...]

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The Denver Greek Fire Academy?

Interesting idea for campus fire training,  make it fun. 
"The Greek Fire Academy empowers student leaders to have the skills necessary to ensure a safer environment in their Greek chapter house," said John Henderson, director of the CU Greek Liaison’s Office. "Hence, the program illustrates the importance of the strong partnership that has [...]

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9-11 Ceremony

Last Monday, September 11th our Police and Fire Departments took part in a ceremony honoring those police officers and firefighters that gave their lives on that tragic day in history. The ceremony was put on by Summit Place, an assisted living facility located in our city. Summit Place is a prime example of the kinds [...]

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