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Firefighters wear numerous pieces of equipment that provide greater protection from blazing flames and dangerous toxins. One of our most critical pieces of equipment is the self-contained breathing apparatus, which supplies firefighters with a fixed supply of breathable air. SCBAs have several features, including a facepiece, hose and regulator, an air cylinder, and more. Each air cylinder can weigh roughly 8 to 20 pounds and provide anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes of air to the firefighter wearing it, depending on their breathing rate.

Hello, Gwinnett! It’s time once again to #LearnTheLingo. What is the meaning of  “Smooth Bump Bump to the Pump.” YOU ARE OPERATING INSIDE A fire building when suddenly you discover you are lost, disoriented, and separated from your crew. As you attempt to locate a wall or a window, you come in contact with a hose line. Which way is out? Locating the coupling lets you determine which direction leads to the exit. Or can you?   The procedure for following the hose line to safety in Essentials of Fire Fighting states, “Follow the hose line out if possible (the…

Did you know that firefighters are trained to see an active hazardous materials scene in three separate zones — hot, warm, and cold? A hot zone is where the most danger is. Only those immediately involved in life safety are allowed into this area. Firefighters in the warm zone are stationed immediately outside and directly support personnel in the hot zone. They are fully dressed to enter the hot zone, if needed. The cold zone surrounds both zones and serves as a crowd-control line, a rehabilitation area, and a staging area for media engagement, personnel, and portable equipment. These zones…

Why are firefighters pushing fire trucks into the fire station? The tradition of pushing brand-new fire trucks into a fire station dates back to the 19th century when horses pulled the firefighting apparatus. Horses couldn’t back into the station, so firefighters had to detach the horses from the equipment and push the pump into the bay. Today, we honor the rich history of the fire service industry with push-in ceremonies and take pride in the new investment. We also want to thank the residents of our great county for their approval of the 2017 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax,…

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.

What is the term “Stretching Lines”? Stretching lines refers to the action of pulling off hose lines and placing them in a resident’s front yard. This helps our firefighters remain ready to make their entry into the home to fight the fire! Thank you to all who participated! We’ll see you next time for #LearntheLingo.

Thank you to one of our CFA members Jeff Allen for sharing this Firefighter outfit evolution made with AI with us. Pretty cool looking. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4xco20bb2ko  

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,…

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.

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.