FireFighters — Vocab –LearnTheLingo – 54
28
Apr
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FireFighters — Vocab –LearnTheLingo – 54

Hello, Gwinnett! It’s time to #LearntheLingo once again in the comments section! What is the term this week is “Right to Fight.” “Right to Fight” refers to a hose’s fog nozzle with two different settings on it — one being a straight stream, the other being a “fog” pattern. Firefighters usually set the nozzle to straight stream to combat and put out fires. When turning the nozzle to the right, you’re at the correct water pattern to appropriately fight the fire. Thank you all again for playing #LearntheLingo.
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FireFighters — LearnTheLingo –51
07
Apr
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FireFighters — LearnTheLingo –51

How to use a fire extinguisher correctly can go a long way in preventing the spread of a catastrophic fire. Need to know what is PASS ?? If you ever need to use one, remember to PASS! If you can memorize PASS, you’ll know the four steps needed to properly use a fire extinguisher in an emergency. First, Pull! Pull the pin, which will allow you to use the extinguisher handle. Next, Aim! Aim at the base of the fire to attack the fuel or material that’s feeding the flames. Next, Squeeze! Squeeze the top handle of the extinguisher Next,…
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FireFighters–Best Pratices — LearnTheLingo-50
07
Apr
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FireFighters–Best Pratices — LearnTheLingo-50

Have you ever wondered why firefighters sometimes carry what resembles a fishing spear as part of their equipment? That’s because the design for the Pike Pole comes from the fishing industry! It’s one of many pushing/pulling tools used by firefighters nationwide to clear debris, open walls and ceilings, break glass, and more during rescue operations. Several versions of these tools are currently in use, including the drywall hook, Clemens Hook, New York Roof Hook, and more.
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FireFighters Best Practices — LearnTheLingo – 49
31
Mar
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FireFighters Best Practices — LearnTheLingo – 49

Did you know that each of our firefighters is also trained in emergency medical services? In addition to EMTs, at least one paramedic is staffed on each of our emergency response vehicles. Paramedics are advanced-level pre-hospital health care providers who deliver emergency medical care to patients in critical situations like cardiac arrest, heart attacks, respiratory distress, and trauma. They are trained to perform various medical procedures and interventions in high-stress environments and are also tasked with making critical decisions on the scene, such as proper medication administration, determining the most appropriate destination for care, and more.
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FireFighters Best Practices – LearnTheLingo – 48
31
Mar
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FireFighters Best Practices – LearnTheLingo – 48

When called on the scene of an emergency, a fire may not be visible. Regardless, our firefighters may “pull” a hose proactively to ensure they’re always ready to go. But why do that if there is no fire visibly present? We do this as a best practice to quickly minimize damage in case a fire is found. Our firefighters still need to be able to respond at a moment’s notice and ensure that water can be deployed to combat a fire that could rapidly develop. This protocol helps support the department’s mission of saving lives and minimizing property damage or…
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Types Of Extinguishers — LearnTheLingmo – 47
28
Mar
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Types Of Extinguishers — LearnTheLingmo – 47

Fire. It seems to appear out of nowhere, but the damage can be lasting. The worst time to think about fire safety is when you’re facing one. Do you know how to operate a fire extinguisher? At home or at work, do you know where your extinguisher is — right now? And if you don’t have one, do you know what type you need? If you ever find yourself needing to use a fire extinguisher, the best thing you can be is prepared. Small fires can still be a big deal. The difference between whether or not a small fire becomes…
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FireFighters– Vocab — LearnTheLingo -46
22
Mar
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FireFighters– Vocab — LearnTheLingo -46

Some of the most recognizable firefighter equipment includes our fire hoses, axes, and our protective gear. But have you ever heard of the Halligan tool? Created by New York Fire Department First Deputy Chief Hugh Halligan in 1948, his namesake tool has since become a multipurpose piece of standard firefighting equipment nationwide. The Halligan tool is used for striking down barriers, prying open windows and doors, breaking locks, and more to ensure that firefighters can rescue anyone trapped within a burning structure. 77 years after Deputy Chief Halligan’s original prototype, the Halligan tool is a standard piece of our department’s…
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FireFighters-Vocab — LearnTheLingo-45
19
Mar
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FireFighters-Vocab — LearnTheLingo-45

We recently asked you what the definition of the term “Two on a Thief” is. And no, the “thief” in this instance isn’t going after a big bag of money. It’s going after H2O! When fighting fires, personnel will sometimes connect two hose lines to an appliance called "a water thief,” which then redirects or divides the volume of water as needed to respond to a growing fire. This officially creates “Two on a Thief!” Thank you for playing and we’ll see you next time for #LearntheLingo!
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