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This article is the third and final in a series of learning how to effectively manage a MAYDAY situation as seen from the Rapid Intervention Team. We have previously discussed Incident Commander and company officer responsibilities, now let’s move forward and talk about t...

In the last article we discussed Incident Command priorities and skills to effectively manage a MAYDAY event. Now I would like to focus on the tasks that the officer leading the Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) should perform. As always please refer to your departments SOG’s...

Remain Calm & Composed First and foremost it’s imperative to remain calm. This is easier said than done especially since the firefighter is one of your own. Remember, if you start screaming and losing your bearing on the radio it will invite everyone else to do the same. Keep...

FF Rescue – Just What Does it Mean – Part 1 of 3 The Essential Components The primary function of today’s firefighter should be to survive. You wonder why I say that? Without survival you are not only a loss to the fire service but your family. So, how do we balance...