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I posted this earlier: Anthony Tester is "Right On"! I would like to make a proposal. I think a table top training evolution involving all agencies and their top brass in Westchester is a must. If we need to, we could do all career chief's first and then the volunteers (hopefully we can play nice in the sand box and do it together). SOP's/SOG's can be established from this exercise. The County could sponsor it (I will start making phone calls on Monday) and follow it up with an MCI drill with all agencies. If this proves successful, we could do this on a bi-annual basis and prepare for other emergencies that would require multi-agencies. The Hudson, in my opinion, is another accident waiting to happen. I'm open for more of your excellent feedback and suggestions.......... Hopefully we can get it to fly!

Barry This is why I started this thread. All the BS about missing training bulletins and who should be responsible for the training, that someone posted earlier in this thread, is crap. The training is there, you need look for it instead of waiting for it to come to you. Take any class that's available and be a "Sponge". I believe the WDES is in the process of getting a few of those hand carts that are shown in the picture from Belgium. Still, stabilization of rail cars in those hard to reach areas is a major issue. We can't start the removal process until we stabilize. We can't rely on the cars that are wrecked stabilizing each other. I'm still trying to come with ideas for remote access areas and open to any suggestions. The FDNY electric car is a good idea if there is power to run it. Does it have a battery back-up? Mike

Anthony Tester is "Right On"! I would like to make a proposal. I think a table top training evolution involving all agencies and their top brass in Westchester is a must. If we need to, we could do all career chief's first and then the volunteers (hopefully we can play nice in the sand box and do it together). SOP's/SOG's can be established from this exercise. The County could sponsor it (I will start making phone calls on Monday) and follow it up with an MCI drill with all agencies. If this proves successful, we could do this on a bi-annual basis and prepare for other emergencies that would require multi-agencies. The Hudson, in my opinion, is another accident waiting to happen. I'm open for more of your excellent feedback and suggestions..........

chief, My comment wasn't directed to the few here that had good input. It was a general comment about how we get 546 comments on the Stamford Merger and 80 comments on Volly Parades and a good topic like this gets 10. Something is just not right here..... Mike

Gentlemen, I started this topic, because I had a hunch that there would be just a few responses. The problem is there is no game plan. It is imperative that this county and others around it get on the same page and start putting together a game plan. Volly or Paid stuff has to stop because that big train wreck is coming!!!!!!!!!!!! We need to stop using this site for bashing and use it for being proactive. It always seems that the majority of this site likes to comment on negative crap and it's getting old. Stay Safe Mike

Here is a good quick Engine Company drill: ( The 3 minute drill) In less than 3 minutes an engine should be able to: Stretch and flow 1 line over 150' long with a flow of at least 150 gpm Stretch and flow a 2nd line over 150' with a flow of at least 150 gpm Lay a supply line from a hydrant of a least 300' in lenght. Here's what makes it challenging, NO TANK WATER. The first water to the attack lines must come direct from the hydrant. It takes some team work to pull this off in under 3 minutes but once you've done it it's easy to repeat.

Taping the haligan also prevents sliding the axe along the shaft for striking purposes in really bad visibility situations. The haligan needs to be squared off at the shoulder of the fork end to accomplish this task. It's part of tuning up the the irons. It's imperative to keep all tools, especially the irons, clean and sharp. You wouldn't eat with a dull knife and dirty fork!

What personal light weight tools do you carry and do they have multiple uses? Items that I carry and use almost every tour of duty: Helmet (rubber strap) • Wood door chocks o Propping open doors o Sprinkler wedge o Creating a gap when forcing doors alone • Common 10d nails o Propping open doors (light weight & inexpensive to replace) • Back up flashlight • Picture of my wife & kids (taped inside) o Reminds not to get complacent Coat • Pocket mask (inside pocket) • Medical gloves (stored in pocket mask) • Short 25’ utility rope o Team search o Hoisting/lowering tools o General lashing • 24’ of 1” tubular webbing o Stored inside a medical glove to keep dry o Too many uses to mention o Will post something on that later • Safety glasses (Borkes are cool but don’t protect you) • Keys clipped to coat o Metro North RR o Fireman service o Firehouse Pants (Class 2 harness & bailout system/ pre-rigged) (Left pocket) • “Through the lock” multi tool (Swiss army style) which includes: o Key tool o 5/32” square tool (fox & police locks) o Shove knife o Screw driver (Philips & flat head) • Large “Robo Grip” channel lock (multiple uses) (Right pocket) • Utility knife, heavy duty side cutter, medical shears o I keep them in my right pocket for escape reasons. Easier access during low profile & full escape SCBA procedures. (Over the shoulder) Main flashlight attached to a quick release strap with an over-sized carabiner for hands free tool carrying and mechanical advantage use. I also carry 2 pairs of utility gloves. One for rope jobs and one for extrication purposes. Don't use one pair for both! Hopefully I didn't leave anything out. Always looking for input on this, so I can lighten the load.

It's very easy to forget to take it off. It's best just to stay to the side and low using a tool. It was a good idea, before guys got jammed up. Just passing on safety information....

CPAGE, Wrapping something around door knobs for door control is not a great practice anymore. There have been incidents where guys have been hung up on the strap bailing out and have closed the door on other brothers behind them trying to evacuate. Use of a tool would be better. Adz end of the Haligan around the leading edge. If you can't reach the leading edge with the adz the fork between the back edge and the hindge, with a quick flip will work also. Not sure about the golf ball thing. I would hate to be hit with that if you missed!

Dear Captain Benz, Climbing a ladder can be awkward for some. Add tools to the equation and it can be really awkward. Both hands on the ladder is obviously the safest way to go. What I like to do is hook the tool(s) to the rung at my furthest reach, then proceed up the ladder and repeat the process until I reach my destination(you vertically challenged guys will have to repeat the process more than I will). If your have a tool that cannot be hooked securely (ie. flat head axe), I carry an over-sized aluminum carabiner clipped to my flashlight strap. Just slide the tool in, handle first, and viola'- hands free again. You can also use a 20'- 24' piece of 1" tubular webbing and create a sling. You would still need the over-sized carabiner. Love Dragon

People just need to grow thicker skin! There is nothing wrong with "Ball Breaking" and "Stirring the Pot". It makes for more interesting posts and comments. That's just my opinion!

D-O-N-E Done, Done Done!!!!!!!

I think i can arrange for you to get a ride on it when it gets delivered, "Your Kookiness"!

FYI - The City of Stamford will be testing for the position of Fire Fighter on April 10, 2010. Applications will be available this Friday (January 22, 2010). If you are interested in learning more, click onto this link to the Union's web site: Fire Fighter - City of Stamford www.local786.org

You're right Chris. A meeting needs to be set-up.......YESTERDAY!

All departments on the river need to get together and address their deficiencies for a river emergency. One thought would be to combine some of the money in their training and equipment budgets for joint training and equipment purchases, to handle this type of emergency. NYC has enough on their plate and may not be available to respond when you need them....

Because they kicked all the derelicts out and sent them to Stamford! Thanks Capt. Barry!

I can't breathe as it is..... Who loves ya baby!

I like long walks off short piers and ditto to fjp326's comment! I laugh the whole 24 hour shift!

Sisters too.....

Coming from you Chief that's a huge compliment! I'm just an informational highway sharing information with the brothers!

Hurl, Did you at least crack a smile at the video I attached? Don't be so serious bro! LOL

This is basically a man in the machine type incident. These are initial response steps before you extricate: 1- Push emergency stop button (located top and bottom). 2- Open top floor plate (this is the location for the main line disconnect) 3- Kill the power! (lock/out – Tag/out) 4- Secure open pit area! (stupid people will find a way to fall into an unsecured pit, if you don't). I hope this helps. Here is a link to an escalator emergency that we were called to: Stay Safe Mike Dragonetti