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What is the difference between ABC, K, and D fire extinguishers? I heard that it is best because you can put out almost any fire if you have all three. Should I use all three?

Asked by Martian about 5 years ago

Generally use ABC, K is for kitchen grease fires, D is combustible metals that react violently with water.

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I'm researching training for a book. What is the name and are there any training resources/video for the technique of two attack lines advancing with a center person keeping tempo for both lines? Thanks.

Asked by Michael H Schaefer about 5 years ago

I forget the the name but look under flammable liquid firefighting techniques,

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Hello. My question to you is is being a firefighter a lifestyle or a career? Meaning do you have to pretty much center your entire life around being a firefighter?

Asked by Mike almost 4 years ago

Considering you spend 1/3 of your life during your career it is difinately a lifestyle. After 35 yrs and 12 more to go it develops your life. so between calls, classes there isn’t alot to do otherwise. But with so many kids today it seems to me that they think of it as just a job and there is not alot of dedication to the career. going to paramedic school not has just enveloped my life for the last 8 months.

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Where does the pneumatic chisel obtain power?

Asked by Katie Grayson about 5 years ago

Portable air cylinders that are connected via a hose.

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I havent had a need to do that. But I have answered a question with a question but generally dont get a reply.

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Asked by Johnson about 5 years ago

Occurred in the town near me but I was off duty or working in the country.

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What do you think is the scariest situation you have ever been in?

Asked by Don about 5 years ago

Getting turned around in a closet in a structure fire. It is the simple things that can get you killed.

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