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Episode 160 | Smoke explosion in Virginia, Minnesota
On December 19, 2016, the Virginia (Minnesota) Fire Department responded to a multi-family residential dwelling fire where a smoke explosion occurred. Length: 59 minutes click
No SOPs = No Game Plan
I have many opportunities to talk with first responders about the importance of having Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs). These
Episode 159 | Dangerous Mindsets – The Synergist
This episode is the final installment of a nine-part serious on dangerous mindsets that first responders can develop and I offer some advice for dealing
Meta Awareness
Developing and maintaining situational awareness at an emergency scene can be a very challenging task. Scenes are often stressful, complex, time-compressed, and complicated with
Episode 158 | Dangerous Mindsets – The Slacker
This episode is part eight of a nine-part serious on dangerous mindsets that first responders can develop and I offer some advice for dealing with
Risk Versus Reward
At 2:04 AM, the fire department was dispatched for a fire in a commercial building. Upon arrival, the first engine reports a working fire and commences