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Cleveland Fire death announcement

Posted on November 4, 2013 by rusnivek

I am deeply saddened by the horrific shooting and death of Cleveland Fire Lt. William Walker in Cleveland, Ohio. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by this senseless tragedy, especially his family and loved ones.

Will was a seasoned EMS instructor and was well liked by all of us in the Fire/EMS community…But most importantly, Will was a friend.

As local law enforcement agencies continue to respond to and investigate this tragic event, all emergency services in here in NE Ohio will provide any support necessary in the ongoing investigation.

For more details, Cleveland Police and Cleveland Fire will hold a presser in 30 minutes (11/04/13 at 1200 EST).

@rusnivek

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Breaking news…get a chair and do this now #Fallback

Posted on November 3, 2013 by rusnivek

It takes less than 15 seconds…and you have to do this now.

Seriously, do it now.

Fall back = Change your smoke detector batteries and set your clocks back.

Thank you for helping yourself in staying alive.

@rusnivek

#Firefighter Roof Operations hands-on training in December?

Posted on November 2, 2013 by rusnivek

Who’s excited for some Firefighter Roof Operations hands-on training in December?

Cutting holes in roofs the right way!

Can you handle it? Are you tough enough? Or are you just afraid of truck operations…

Standby for details…

@rusnivek

Firefighter on Truck Company rescues cat from house fire

Posted on October 25, 2013 by rusnivek

It’s Friday…and I bet it’s been quite a week for everyone.

We all need a few moments of hope and smiles for this weekend.

Fresno Firefighter Cory Kalanick chalks another one in the save column with this interior rescue effort using a GoPro Camera.

Even if you don’t like cats (or kitten savers), you just gotta love it.

Way to go Brother.

Best. Job. In. The. World.

@rusnivek

My notes from the webinar today #PrepPartners

Posted on October 23, 2013 by rusnivek

I had an hour this afternoon to listen/participate in a Webinar.

What did I learn?

Physical equipment/barriers are great attention-getters for attendees.
Teach your participants to use simple objects to enact the most change (use during evacuation).
“See Something, Say Something” or “See Something, Do Something”.
Once temperatures reach certain thresholds, offer free cup water to anyone at any concession stand.
Buy-in from various All-Hazard agencies is key to working together. Even more important, having them attend your in-person briefings.
During a disaster: Safety agencies meeting for the first time = not so good.
During a disaster: Radio/phone to Radio/phone = OK.
During a disaster: Working together Face-to-face in the EOC = priceless.
Despite funny looking, Water Monsters (ie cooling stations) are VERY important.
At least 4 redundant radio communications needed for large scale pre-planned events. Amateur Radio is 5th line backup for regional comms.
No tailgaiting drinking at OSU games…I guess that’s why Browns fans don’t often attend OSU games early.
The timing of exercises is key and public perception and should always be considered.

Use the tips above to keep you and your peeps safe.

Special thanks to Columbus Public Health and Ohio State University for hosting.

@rusnivek

Thats Hot – National Fire Prevention Week #FPWeek #FirePrevention

Posted on October 9, 2013 by rusnivek

It is National Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2013).

To help you remember, feel free to include the picture below to push your messages of fire safety and fire prevention.

No one likes a disaster – Heh heh (I do enjoy when celebrities help push national initiatives).

4 easy steps to guide the general public this week:

1. Learn more about the smoke detectors, specifically the differences between ionization and photoelectric (from @OhioFire @OhioFireAcademy).

2. Make a family plan and upon evacuation, have a central meeting place to account for all family members.

3. Build an emergency kit that will help everyone during a disaster or emergency.

4. Interact and get involved within your community and push safety efforts with all public safety professionals.

Thanks to Tanya Ferraro for the inspiration for today’s post.

@rusnivek

Wait, the Yarnell Fire Chief Jim Koile dumped a dead girl’s body in the desert in 1973? #firefighter

Posted on October 9, 2013 by rusnivek

Wait, Yarnell Fire Chief Koile dumped a dead girl’s body in the desert in 1973? But yet, they still allowed him as Fire Chief?!?!?!?!?!

http://www.azcentral.com/news/arizona/articles/20131008arizona-yarnell-fire-chief-resigns.html?nclick_check=1

That’s really really bad.

@rusnivek

There are different types of smoke alarms? #FPWeek

Posted on October 7, 2013 by rusnivek

October 6th – 12th is National Fire Prevention Week! Did you know there are many different brands of smoke alarms available on the market, but they fall under two basic types: ionization and photoelectric. It cannot be stated definitively that one is better than the other in every fire situation that could arise in a residence. Because both ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms are better at detecting distinctly different, yet potentially fatal fires, and because no one can predict what type of fire might start in a home, most firefighters recommend that every residence and place where people sleep be equipped with:

Both ionization AND photoelectric smoke alarms, OR
dual sensor smoke alarms, which contain both ionization and photoelectric smoke sensors

In addition to the basic types of alarms, there are alarms made to meet the needs of people with hearing disabilities. These alarms may use strobe lights that flash and/or vibrate to assist in alerting those who are unable to hear standard smoke alarms when they sound. Make sure you place them in strategic locations throughout the house.

Step-1: Get an Ionization AND photoelectric smoke alarm or dual sensor smoke alarm. Step-2: Get it before this happens…

@rusnivek

Yarnell Hill Fire Investigation Report Video on the Prescott 19 (LODD) #Firefighter #HotShot

Posted on September 28, 2013 by rusnivek

Here’s the video for the Yarnell Hill Fire Investigation report.

*Note: Posting of these videos and reports is NOT an endorsement or approval of these reports.

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