FA Volume 28 Issue 10

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Delivery of the Month: New Brunswick (NJ) Fire Department pumper by Ferrara.

FGM was hired to design a new Fire Station 33 to replace a small station that the fire department outgrew.

The department needs to carry as much water as possible to its fire calls because the district lacks hydrants.

Using small drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), for wildfire mitigation and response offers several time-saving and safety benefits.

Don't miss this chance to elevate your health and fitness! Our guest speaker is an internationally-recognized sports nutritionist.

Is it time for an NFPA standard on fire stations? I’m only talking about the health and safety aspects of the station.

The makers of the fibers and fabrics that go into firefighting and rescue turnout gear continue to evolve existing products.

Unless you have been sleeping under a rock someplace, you have to know about the challenges regarding electric vehicles.

Driving simulators are another tool to be used in concert with on-road training.

“We looked at 75-foot quints and 100-foot ladders and decided that we wanted a ladder with longer reach.”

From 1-inch forestry hose to 5-inch large-diameter hose, manufacturers continue to develop new versions and improve existing models.

Thermal imaging has limitations that firefighters should be aware of to make informed decisions during firefighting operations.

There’s nothing wrong with being skeptical of a new technology and its ability to help us do our jobs better.