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Last Answer on June 29, 2022

For fires that are in buildings taller than 4 stories, how do you fight these fires? What techniques do you use and how reliable do you think they are? Would a remote controlled flying fire extinguisher that can break through windows help?

Asked by Justin almost 7 years ago

I could see certain applications such as high rise fires if it was possible to have a device such as that . Today technology has no limits.

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I had an inquiry about standpipe regulations regarding the hoses themselves. I am an intern with the DEP in flushing, and I was assigned to find out who's responsibility it is to supply, upkeep and maintain the actual hose itself for a standard standpipe. 29 CFR 1915.507- Land-side fire protection systems section d (Fixed extinguishing systems) says that "The employer must select, install, maintain, inspect, and test all fixed systems required by OSHA as follows: 1915.507(d)(1) Standpipe and hose systems according to NFPA 14-2003 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems (incorporated by reference, see § 1915.5)" Yet I have found NFPA regulations that state a hose must only be provided if the building posses and maintains its own fire brigade, yet that is an outdated practice. My intentions are trying to figure out whether or not we are legally required to preserve and maintain the hose itself, or if we can get rid of it. Specifically because of the extra upkeep and costs. I cannot find a specific NFPA or CFR code that specifies either which way, and would appreciate some direction!

Asked by Sienna about 7 years ago

If I had to guess unfortunately if you are considering a non-fire brigade status and rely on local resources you should not have to have the items listed, but this would be subject to your OSHA and NFPA. Have you spoken to them?

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I know the 911 system has always been abused but how bad is it now that the corona virus thing is going on

Asked by Alex over 6 years ago

I am going to some dumb calls lately I can say.

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How do fire fighter ranks work?

Asked by Dan the man almost 7 years ago

FirefighterEngineer/SergeantLieutenantCaptainBattalion ChiefDivision ChiefAssistant ChiefFire Chief

Generally speaking

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Asked by Dayton about 6 years ago

Criminal that get injured while victimiZing others. I will treat injuries but not feel sorry for them.

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During a recent training fire I was told by a training officer to back the nozzle out when I exit the structure. I asked if this was something new we were trying and I was told no that it has been done this way forever. Thoughts??

Asked by Firefighter King over 7 years ago

Visual fire equals hose line in hand. Common sense

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I'm trying to fall asleep but my mind is thinking at random. Back when I dated a firefighter he had me sleep at the station in his room and hid me from everyone. Was I even aloud to be there? If I'd been seen what would have happened?

Asked by MB over 6 years ago

Yes, generally against policy

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