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Correct typing starts early… #Tanker #Tender

Posted on August 23, 2014 by rusnivek

No Tonka, according to the FEMA NIMS Typing, this is a Tender.

Ahem.

**Truth be told, I’ve mistakenly done this over the statewide radio. #oops

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All-Hazardy participation and collaboration for flooding

Posted on August 13, 2014 by rusnivek

Great first day in our flood course here at Ohio EMA in Columbus.

I am fortunate that the participants in this class have outstanding stories from previous declarations and experiences from local, state, and regional responses during emergency flooding.

Some have shared their 500 year flooding stories from just the past 7 years (and clearly, it’s time to revisit the categorization and re-term these floods).

Here, FEMA staff, Ohio EMA staff, Ohio National Guard, and local Fire/Rescue services collectively discuss creative options to better serve numerous vulnerable population communities during an emergency evacuation during flooding.

IMHO, I really enjoy seeing this type of All-Hazardy professionals at the table.

Collaborating early can only strengthen joint response during any disaster.

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SM as tool for intel for a few Federal programs

Posted on July 28, 2014 by rusnivek

Great meeting this afternoon with the leadership at the Department of Homeland Security Bi0Watch program today in the DC area.

I look forward to having more interaction for the conference calls, national conferences, and closed-door workshops showcasing the use of social media as one facet of on intelligence gathering and preparedness information dissemination.

Looking forward to seeing some of you folks later this year!

Special mahalos to Monique for intros.

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Monday schedule here in DC #WHSMEM #SURINDC

Posted on July 28, 2014 by rusnivek

Hello busy week in DC!

First up a meeting w/ old friends from DoD at the Pentagon.

Then I head to DHS to chat about social media to OHA/BioWatch leadership.

Then dinner with all the social media and disaster peeps from across the county. Lots of pretty important and influential peeps to meet up tonight.

Tomorrow is the White House workshops and events.

Still, totes excited.

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LODD Captain Bowen’s Story by Randy Mantooth #Firefighter

Posted on July 24, 2014 by rusnivek

Definitely a worthwhile video to watch pertaining to the Asheville Fire Department Captain Jeff Bowen Line Of Duty Death (LODD) in 2011.

http://vimeo.com/101231318

*Personal note: Capt Bowen was one of my students in my Firefighter class.

Video produced by Randy Mantooth and sponsored by Masimo.

Jeff: Keep an eye out for all of us at the elevated IC.

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Sutphen recall #Firefighter

Posted on July 22, 2014 by rusnivek

FYI-Sutphen announced a recall on their ladder trucks.

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Press Release – Five-Section Aerials

Dublin, OH **For Immediate Release**

Date: July 22, 2014

RE: Sutphen Voluntarily Removing 5-Section Aerial Devices From Service

Sutphen Corporation has announced that the Company is instructing customers to remove all SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, and SAI 110 Aerial devices from service, until further notice, effective immediately. The Company states that customers are instructed to use the affected apparatus in the capacity of an engine or support vehicle only. The Company will stay in close contact with its customers to report details and when the units may be place back in service. “At this time, our priority is the safety of our firefighters,” says Drew Sutphen, President of the Company. “In light of the recent incidents, we recognize there is an immediate need to take precautionary action. I would rather take every precaution necessary than to put firefighters at risk.” The Company states that it will be contacting customers with the affected units personally to inform them of the events that have occurred and the steps that are being taken to get the units back in to service in a timely manner. “We feel the need to personally assure our customers that we are working to investigate and correct the situation,” Drew continues. Sutphen Corporation is an Ohio based privately held, family owned business that manufactures custom built emergency response vehicles. The company’s headquarters are located in suburban Dublin, Ohio northwest of Columbus. For more information contact the sales office.

Hold the phone…literally!

Posted on July 18, 2014 by rusnivek

Hold the phone…literally!

With the weekend upon us, this should serve as your Friday public safety message to start the weekend.

#smem #socialmedia #safety #ems #emt #paramedic #ema #emergency #management #fire #firefighter #police #law #dept #rescue

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Gawking at a beautiful Mack Baker Aerialscope #Fire #Truck

Posted on July 17, 2014 by rusnivek

Hold the phone…is that a Mack Baker Aerialscope?

I think I’m in love. Check out those stabilizers!

I would say that this is pretty much pristine condition.

Bonus points for the gold bulldog too! (Note: The company’s trademark is the bulldog. It can be found on the front of almost all Mack trucks. A Mack truck with a gold-plated bulldog indicates that the entire truck is made of Mack components. Trucks with another manufacturer’s transmission, engine, rear axles or suspension are given the chrome-plated bulldog.)

So Chief-when you get your new engine/tanker in, let me know and I’ll be happy to take this off of your hands…you know, make room on your bay floors. I’d also be happy to bring it back anytime you needed it for a parade and stuff too.

Phleeeeeezzzzzeeeee!

Ahem.

Special thanks to Tipp City Fire Chief Steve Kessler and crews – Outstanding job to all of Tipp City Fire Department on preserving a true gem of fire service history.

BTW-here’s their new Ladder that replaced it.