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Less shorts, more pro
In reviewing a few clips that were sent to me, I realize that people, even in an emergency, are judging our performance.
Take for example, this FDNY member who is seen in a video here on a rescue of a patient on the train tracks.
Welp, I am sure the Firefighter in shorts wasn’t trying to make a statement, but the public questioned his attire.
Maybe those shorts are approved attire for train response. I dunno.
Maybe he was wear testing for new uniform trial. I dunno.
Maybe he was working out when he got the call and couldn’t get dressed in time. I dunno.
Either way, the comments and pause it gave the general public was thought provoking and likens it to the same mantra we should be touting as we roll into 2020: WE ARE ALWAYS ON STAGE.
Quite honestly, your PIO(s) would not want to deal with this apparel issues.
Regardless of the temps or fashion, we should be cognizant of our apparel as we roll out to save lives.
While long pants doesn’t make us better at our jobs, it does provide a sense of unity and uniform.
Less shorts, more pro.
Deep frying a turkey! #DFT2019
Happy Thanksgiving all!
Today, I could die…because I am deep frying a turkey!
Yeah yeah, I know there are some dangers with deep frying a turkey. So let’s give this a whirl. Esp keeping in mind that we will NOT be deep frying a frozen turkey.
Yeah, I saw a few redic YouTube videos.
I don’t want to be that kind of famous.
I decided to break out my turnout gear as some personal protective gear because it’s kinda hard to predict a vat of bubbling oil.
I also bought peanut oil and ONLY peanut oil for the fryer.
Not going to lie, starting the fryer, I got excited.
As I dunked the turkey in, I dropped it in very slowly. If you decide to make a three point dunk, your turkey will likely splash all the super hot peanut oil all over the place, and hot oil isn’t good for your Thanksgiving look.
And a few options if things get too hot thanks to my handy halligan tool.
Yep, one of my favorite tools. (The other favorite tool is the Talon hook). Forcible entry AND turkey prep FTW!
Our turkey turned out awesome so here’s some easy tips that you can use to ensure your family’s safety when deep frying a turkey.
Tip-1: Dunk your turkey in and out slooooooooooly. Allowed less splashing and spillage.
Tip-2: Use 100% real peanut oil for deep frying. If you have a blend, the smoke point of the oil mixture may change. Translated, it could go kaboom at various temperatures. Pure oil allows for a stable and predictable and higher smoke point (than other commonly used oils).
Tip-3: Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for turkey safety. No matter the situation, always be prepared – including fire gloves!
Tip-4: I had my favorite halligan and charged hose line (water hose) – just in case things got out of hand.
Tip-5: Heed all safety warnings and watch plenty of YouTube videos because you should be 100% dedicated to this deep frying event. PAY ATTENTION!
Tip-6: Make sure you are a tad late for Thanksgiving turkey dinner time. Grand entrance AND everyone is TOTES hungry.
Tip-7: Thaw and dry your turkey dayzzzzzzzz before you drop it into the boiling hot peanut oil starting at 375.
Tip-8: Have a battle turkey buddy that can help you out with your 🦃 drying and frying tactics. Extra set of eyes and hands with gloves is a huge help. Additionally, huge bonus points if your battle turkey buddy is a board certified residency trained Emergency Medicine Physician and EMS Medical Director.
Follow these tips to ensure your deep fried turkey actions go well.
Successful #DFT2019 – Happy thanksgiving everyone.
We all have much to be thankful for this year.
Forming the proverbial PIO Voltron for today’s FEMA JIC/JIS course
And now starting the FEMA JIC/JIS Course with our class here at the Defiance County EMA Emergency Operations Center.
And yes, if you’ve been in a JIC/JIS class w/ me before, you know I talk about Voltron. In the FEMA Basic PIO Course, we teach you to be an individual PIO and function with limited options…however, the JIC/JIS course allows you to join forces with other PIOs and work the magic despite being from different backgrounds and different factions for the emergency or disaster. That’s right-we can all get along in the JIC.
Starting out the day with a cold reality check on expectations and capabilities as we assess our options and ready our agencies for disasters. It would be a good idea to have a clear understanding of the situation and build from there.
Additionally, we bring our all-hazards partners into the fold. Here’s Sister Michael Marie talking about the complexities of what appears as a simple emergency that could quite result in bringing soooooooooooooooooooooo many partners to respond to this typical emergency.
Drawing too simple for you?
You need more description?
NO SOUP FOR YOU!
The whole point of the exercise is to get your mind thinking about various options as well as partners to call early as likely, they have a dog in the fight to help any affected community recover from any disaster.
Look, it’s more than Fire, Police, and EMS – it’s the #WholeCommunity to build a culture of preparedness.
Proud of every single one of these participants as everyone walked away with a new understanding and respect for the PIO. While some have been on TV before w/ a few interviews, all of them realize the dangers of an unprepared interviewee.
Looking forward to working with all of you on the next big one. And just think…in the midst of a disaster, you just might see these two smiling faces.
Now, go forth and use your new PIO powers for good!
Deep frying my turkey – I’m gonna die #DFT2018
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I’m about to die.
Glug glug glug – I measured it w/ water and turkey in the pot.
So it’s a calculated amount of peanut oil in there.
Just to be on the safe side, I’ll leave a little room for turkey expansion.
Maybe my camera puts on more pounds. HA!
OK, my propane tank is as far away as I can get it.
Don’t think I want an explosion.
Then, in case things go bad, I got some protective gear.
Awww yeah baby! Warm AND protected!
And maybe, if things go bad, I can Hong Kong Phooey kick it into the grass away from the building right?
Time to gear up!
Thinking back, this was probably a good idea to wear my turnout coat and gloves.
Yeah, I think Chicago has had a big fire before.
Yikes.
Buuuuuuuuuuut why does my turkey look like its on a cross?!?!?!??!?!?
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But first, lemme take a selfie…
…for proof of life.
Fire is on. Waaaaaaaaaaaaay hot.
What? Did you say drop it like it’s hot?!?!
Awwwww yeah, time to get crazy-let’s drop this sucker in.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
HHOOLLEEEYYYYY MOOOOOOOLEEEYYYYY!
DDDDDDDDDAAAAAAAAYYYUUUUUUUMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Am I at the bottom yet?!?!!??! OMG! Why is this soooooo frickin hot!!!!!
Well, so far so good! I haven’t burned anything….yet.
I also took the time to clear away any brush and debris from the area. Also notice the brick non-wood sprinklered building next to me?
Additional information, I also had backup from a retired Fire Chief from the State of Ohio Fire Marshall’s Office right next to me. Despite a whole bunch of white helmets, it was definitely worth having a backup!
Did I have a backup plan? You know I did. First off, I would NOT have done this.
Second, if things got bad, I would have definitely called 9-1-1.
The last thing I need is my friends from CFD getting pissed. Tho, TBH, they would have made me fill out the NIFRS report.
And third, this was the backup plan.
Yeah, the IMT PSC and FEMA MCP comes out more often than you think.
So in the end, everything turned out great. Turkey was awesome and soooo delicious.
Few deep frying turkey tips for you:
- Measure your peanut oil level (water + bird in pot)
- A little less on the fill line with peanut oil is good
- SLOWLY drop your bird in the oil
- Use gloves and protective clothing as hot oil splashes everywhere
- Test bird doneness via internal temperature (not time)
- Have multiple fire extinguishers available
- Have a rapid dump site available away from building
- In case things go bad, have a cell phone to call 9-1-1 quickly
This year, our family invited a few new Navy family and friends over for dinner.
Glad to spend Thanksgiving with those who protect our freedoms 24-7.
We all have much to be thankful for this year.
September 11th – 17 years later
Every year, I share one picture from September 11.
I took this particular picture because it is the home of Engine-10 and Ladder-10 who’s station sits in the shadow of the former World Trade Center. Yes, that’s right – directly next to the World Trade Center.
I remember digging at the pile with my fellow FDNY Brother Firefighters in the pile searching for something. I really wish we had found something significant to give to any family member. When I look back, I struggle with that particular memory.
So take some time out of your day to think about Firefighters and others who lost their lives on that day. No doubt, America continues to heal 17 years later.
Also, 2018, take some time to think about those public safety pros headed into harms way to ensure safety for those in the path of so many deadly hurricanes.
Yes, we will never forget the sacrifices.
We will always continue to fight the good fight.
America the beautiful, my home of the brave.
New gear for July!
Glad to see July is here and look what new equipment came in today:
Looking forward to doing some work with my Vanguard MK-1 gloves.
Initial observation – these Vanguard gloves are super soft!
Shout out to the team Nick, Andy, and Ryan!
Run like hell?!?! #Fireworks
I’m no genius, but if your fireworks say this…
…then you likely could get hurt. So please PLEASE be careful this 4th of July holiday.
Also, fireworks are expensive. Leave it to the pros.
Here’s a quick news story with my friend Euclid Fire Capt Jay Northup on the dangers of fireworks who was injured a few months ago in NE Ohio. (click on the picture)
Fire Captain Jay Northup suffered a severe head injury, two ruptured eardrums, second-degree burns, and multiple bruises and cuts requiring 35 stitches after an accident involving fireworks. / AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
Again, I would highly recommend that you leave the fireworks to the pros.
Um, is that a #Fire #Hydrant #condom? #Firefighter
Sooooo, is this like a winter condom for your fire hydrant?
Glow in the dark reflective so you can find it better in the dark!!!
I love the extra effort people make to support their local fire department.
#SafetySur approves!
National Interagency Fire Center Wildfire memorial
I was fortunate to make a stop at the National Interagency Fire Center
This is where the so many HotShots train and hone their skills
The Wildland Firefighter Foundation sought a special way to recognize firefighters after the loss of 14 lives during the 1994 South Canyon Fire. The Foundation partnered with the National Interagency Fire Center to pursue creation of a monument. Generous donations and tireless work of countless volunteers transformed a section of parking lot into a peaceful park. The Monument was officially dedicated in a ceremony on May 25, 2000.
So many placards displaying fallen Firefighters.
My SnapChat has a more in-depth story including better views w/ Spectacles.
If you ever get out to Idaho, check it out.
Be safe peeps.
Where is @rusnivek? 