Firefighting 101

THESE PAGES ARE NOT MEANT TO BE A FORM OF FIREFIGHTER TRAINING!

Rather, they aim to inform the general public as to the how and why we do certain things.

For example - Learn how the firefighting system is organized to get the job done. Why we prefer to attack a house fire from the inside out. And why we do certain things at a fire scene, such as break windows and cut holes in rooftops.

We explain the specialized tools a firefighter uses including; the "Jaws of Life", the "Irons" & Rescue Saws, Scott brand SCBA, Thermal Imaging Cameras and Bunker Gear.

Question #1: Why do firefighters go into the burning building instead of just shooting the water through a window or door?

click the link for the answer: Interior Firefighting

Question #2: What is an "Engine Company" and what does it do?

click the link for the answer: Engine Company Operations

Question #3: What is a "Truck Company" and what does it do?

click the link for the answer: Ladder Company Operations

Question #4: Why do firefighters break the windows and cut holes in the roof of a burning building?

click the link for the answer: Ventilation

Question #5: ?... If you have a question for this page, submit it to the following link: Question for FF 101