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March 25, 2015

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Video: Aerial ladder strikes Chicago firefighter on roof

Pregnant woman seriously hurt in crash with fire truck

Firefighter dies of complications with brain tumor

Ohio firefighter commits suicide in fire station: Christopher D. Downs, 47, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound

FF invents device to prevent fire truck backing accidents: "BackSafe" system allows a driver and spotter to communicate by color code over two wireless devices

NY marks 25th anniversary of club fire that killed 87: Club had been ordered closed for fire hazards but continued to operate illegally

Colo. firefighters dodge flying bullets at brush fire

Firefighter-medic hurt when car slams into ambulance

Officials: Firehouse 'baby box' needs further review

Kan. FD buys residential home for new EMS station

Firefighter burned when apartment roof collapses

Firefighter to run marathon in full gear for ALS awareness

Knox FDC Protection Program

The Knox FDC Protection Program provides fire department control over FDC equipment and long-term FDC protection against vandalism. Locking Knox FDC Plugs prevent foreign matter from entering sprinkler systems and are referenced in the 2009 International Fire and Building Codes.

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Fun, Effective Driver Training

FD International provides custom driver training to better prepare drivers and reduce vehicle accidents. FD International offers existing vehicle retrofit for training simulation. Learn maneuvers such as over-compensation, driving adverse road conditions, skid avoidance and correction, and more.

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FIRE OFFICER SAFETY

How company fire officers influence safety culture

By Robert Avsec, FR1 Columnist
Most of the firefighting risks we face should be extinct; they've survived off inconsistent and conflicting messages about safe behavior.

Consistent message

THE QUESTION

10 things you'll feel when you walk out the firehouse for the last time

By FR1 Staff
The circumstances and firefighters vary, but leaving for the last time touched them all deeply; here are some of their feelings.

'It sucks'

PRODUCT VIDEOS

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PRODUCT NEWS

Introducing the New The Sked RAS (Rapid Access System) for Quick Patient Evacuation

Midwest Fire Partners with Dr. Rich Gasaway to Bring a Situational Awareness Matters Course to Loveland, Colorado

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THE DOMINO EFFECT

Good radio skills can save firefighters' lives

By Mark Van der Feyst, FR1 Columnist

Portable radios have changed the fireground communication dynamic; knowing how and when to use them can be a lifesaver.

Mayday audio

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Helmet cam: House fire in Ohio

Body-cam: Cop rescues child from burning home

Power Hawk P-16 Rescue System - On The Job Around The World!

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5 ways to leave your stress at the door

By FR1 Staff

Leaving your stress at work is a challenge for everyone; for firefighters, it's even more important.

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TV firefighters' lessons on leadership

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Firefighter dies of complications with brain tumor

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Firefighter invents device to prevent fire truck backing accidents

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Kan. FD buys residential home for new EMS station

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Firefighter to run marathon in full gear for ALS awareness

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