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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.

It’s really nice.

@rusnivek

Do it yourself black-over-red paint scheme #Firefighter

Posted on June 21, 2014 by rusnivek

Whoa there #Firefighter – that is one way to get a black-over-red paint scheme.

Be safe peeps.

@rusnivek

Its #EMSWeek2014 – We need your help in roadway safety #Paramedic #EMT #Firefighter

Posted on May 23, 2014 by rusnivek

It’s #EMSWeek2014 – Stressing safety to everyone is an important part of our job.

We are seeing more car crashes due to distracted driving. Put down your phone and pay attention to the road. As emergency responders, I would hate to meet you for the first time like this…

Worse yet, we don’t want to get hit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RNn8CBklf4

Distracted driving can injure and kill. Remember, don’t text and drive.

Please, share this message with others and stress the importance of roadway safety.

And again, thank all your first responders for their dedicated service.

@rusnivek

By ground or by air, EMS does it all #EMSWeek2014

Posted on May 21, 2014 by rusnivek

It’s #EMSWeek2014 – Did you know EMS uses many different vehicles/apparatus?

By ground or by air, Emergency Medical Services Professionals care for the sick and injured in so many different ways.

Thank all your first responders for their dedicated service.

@rusnivek

DYK – many Firefighters are also Paramedics too? #EMSWeek2014

Posted on May 21, 2014 by rusnivek

It’s #EMSWeek2014 – Did you know many Firefighters are also Paramedics? Thank your first responders for their dedicated service.

Thank your first responders for their dedicated service.

@rusnivek

Firefighter self-rescue / bailout course in North Charleston SC

Posted on March 30, 2014 by rusnivek

Back at it on the fireground for three days of teaching Firefighter bailout instructor class to North Charleston Fire (SC).

I’m glad to be working with these professionals for over 7 years now.

Also, it appears they got some new equipment as well….Boy oh boy did they spec this thing out well – I’m impressed!

Train like you fight was the mantra for all instructors who participated in classroom and then the hands on portion part in several training evolutions.

Looking forward to seeing them again very soon.

Also looks like we will be doing phase-2 and phase-3 training too.

Awesome.

@rusnivek

Statewide tornado siren test today at 0950. Find out what to do here #OHWX

Posted on March 5, 2014 by rusnivek

It’s 2014 National Severe Weather Awareness Week from March 2nd through March 8th.

Today, the state of Ohio will be testing all emergency alert sirens at 9:50 a.m.

***Do not be alarmed, it is only a test.***

It would also be a good time to practice your emergency procedures if a tornado siren/warning goes off.

Do you know the differences between a Tornado Watch vs a Tornado Warning?

Tornado Watch: Issued by the NWS when conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes. Be prepared to move to a safe place if weather conditions worsen. Stay tuned to weather updates.

Tornado Warning: Issued by the NWS when a tornado is imminent or occurring. A warning may be issued when a tornado is indicated by Doppler radar or sighted by trained spotters. Seek safe shelter immediately.

If a tornado has been spotted, seek shelter immediately. If a tornado warning is issued for your area, do not stop to take pictures or shoot video. Continue to listen to a NOAA Weather Radio or local media newscasts for up-to-date weather and emergency information.
NEVER touch downed power lines or objects in contact with downed power lines and report electrical hazards to the utility company.
Check for injuries. Do not attempt to move seriously injured people unless they are in immediate danger of further injury.
Be careful of debris such as damaged structures, exposed nails and broken glass.

Stay safe out there peeps!

@rusnivek

Do not break the law while driving in severe weather #OHWX

Posted on March 4, 2014 by rusnivek

It’s 2014 National Severe Weather Awareness Week from March 2nd through March 8th.

Driving during severe weather? It doesn’t matter whether day or night – Do you have your headlights on?

Ohio Revised Code 4513.03 Time for lighted lights on motor vehicles.

(A) Every vehicle, other than a motorized bicycle, operated upon a street or highway within this state shall display lighted lights and illuminating devices as required by sections 4513.04 to 4513.37 of the Revised Code during all of the following times:

(1) The time from sunset to sunrise;

(2) At any other time when, due to insufficient natural light or unfavorable atmospheric conditions, persons, vehicles, and substantial objects on the highway are not discernible at a distance of one thousand feet ahead;

(3) At any time when the windshield wipers of the vehicle are in use because of precipitation on the windshield.