U.S. Firefighter Disorientation Study
authored by - William R. Mora
San Antonio Fire Department, Texas

William Mora published a study looking into U.S. firefighter disorientation.  The paper looks at 17 cases where disorientation lead to firefighter fatalities between 1979 and 2001.  The findings can educate every firefighter who must size-up a structure and execute entry for rescue and or mitigation.  We found the document very informative and recommend it to every firefighter reading this right now.

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If we are to reduce the number of injuries and line-of-duty deaths relating to firefighting, we must take a better look at the total fireground picture, and not just focus on the fire.  A reliance on tunnel vision may cause us to overlook important signals that could change our approach to the incident, and result in a less-than-desirable outcome.  This podcast is based exclusively on the Courage To Be Safe Drill #4 Offensive versus Defensive tactics. 

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IAAI Vacant & Abandoned Properties Audio Learning
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Learning To Speak The ICS Language ---

We understand the concept, value and need for the use of Incident Command.  Most see the value in incorporating NIMS into the process as well.  If we participated in a basic ICS and/or NIMS program we could recite the key positions and basic functions fairly accurately.  The difference between the basics and mastery is demonstrated when we are in the middle of a significant event requiring mutual aid from surrounding communities and local, state or federal agencies.  When that happens we must know and fluently speak the ICS language. If we become fluent in the ICS language (Terms and Definitions) we could operate within the ICS/NIMS environment with professional understanding and execution So .. It is time to learn the language --

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Terms & Definitions Letters E - I

Terms & Definitions Letters J - O

Terms & Definitions Letters P - Z

ICS 100 Unit 4 - PODCAST

Want to listen to the refresher as a podcast.    We have it here.  In addition we will be continuing to build this ICS refresher series, both ICS 100 and 200 as podcast so that you can have the series available to listen while you travel or work out.  Everyone learns different and with todays students we intend to provide modern options to help you achieve mastery.

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10 Things You Should Know About PANDEMIC

Many in our business are suggesting it is not if we will see a pandemic but when we experience it will be be prepared.  THe first step in preparation is understanding.  Do you understand what a pandemic is? This audio learning clip provides 10 things you should know about a pandemic.

Without vision we can not change .. without change we can not grow ..
without growth we can not succeed .. bcolameta
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Commitment ... Perseverance ... Flexibility ... Adaptability
Flexpertise .. Compromise ... Culture Shift