Emma Lee

SCBA: Types, Usage, and Safety Tips for Firefighters

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to: Describe the importance of Respiratory Protection. Elaborate the Respiratory Hazards of fire. Define respiratory equipment and its types. Describe the types of breathing apparatus. Elaborate the limitation of SCBA, physical and also psychological limitations. … Read more

Specialized Firefighting Vehicles Overview and Their Operations

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to: Define specialized vehicle. Describe the Aerial Hydraulic Platform & its technical specifications. Describe the Turntable Ladder (L-32) & its technical specifications. Define the Water Bowser Truck & its technical specification. Demonstrate the operation of … Read more

Confined Space Entry: Hazards and Safety Measures Guide

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson you will be able to: Define Confined Space Describe Hazards of Confined Space Explain Control measures for Confined Space Entry Describe the Use of Wiser Application 1. Confined Space: Confined space is space that: Has limited or restricted means … Read more

Fire Operation Strategies: Size Up and Assessment

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson you will be able to: Define Size Up. Describe the importance of Size Up. Describe the acronym “COAL WAS WEALTH”. Define Scene Assessment. Describe the role of incident Commander. Describe how to Approach the Fire. Describe the Monitoring of … Read more

Incident Command System And Emergency Response Levels

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to: Define Incident Command System (ICS). Describe the main sections of ICS. Describe the role of Incident Commander (Watch Manager or Officer in Charge). Describe the role of the Safety Officer. Describe three emergency response … Read more

Repair and Maintenance: Types, Importance, and Procedures

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to: Define repair and maintenance. List and describe three types of maintenance. Describe the importance of maintenance. How to initiate reporting an R&M problem. Demonstrate the filling of the repair and maintenance book. Demonstrate the … Read more

Glossary (Fire Definitions) – Guide to Fire Safety and Absolute Temperature

Guide to Fire Safety and Temperature Concepts Fire safety and temperature management are essential components of various industries, from construction to chemical processing. This article delves into critical definitions, including Absolute Temperature, a universal temperature scale vital in scientific measurements, and Autoignition Temperature, which highlights … Read more