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How To Become A Firefighter
Posted by FeldFire on 6/22/2016
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If you have a deep desire to help people, and willingness to do whatever that takes, firefighting may seem like the perfect job for you. However, finding a job as a firefighter can be difficult. The competition is high, and you need to have what it takes.
Product Spotlight: Veridian Fire Protective Gear
Posted by Feld Fire on 4/28/2016
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Here at Feld Fire, we are proud to distribute the highest quality brands on the market at affordable prices. One of our top selling brands for Fire Apparel is Veridian.
As one of the leading manufacturers of Fire Apparel in the industry, Veridian has earned a reputation of excellence and quality for the past 20+ years. They specialize in custom-tailored fire protective gear for each of their customers. As a firefighter, having gear that fits you seamlessly is of utmost importance. In order to respond quickly to emergencies, your body needs to have the freedom that only top-quality fire apparel can provide. Veridian strives to provide you with exactly that: fire protective gear that is tailor made for you.
Fire Hoses: The Basics
Posted by Feld Fire on 3/23/2016
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As the most utilized piece of fire equipment in the industry, fire hoses are designed in various types and sizes, each one for a specific and important purpose.
With all the jobs that they do, fire hoses have to be made with the highest standards for flexibility, performance, and durability. They must be able to withstand dangerous conditions, and be flexible enough to maneuver through tough situations. Their smooth interior lining allows water to be transferred with minimum loss of pressure.
There are four main categories of fire hoses that are used in fire fighting operations: the intake hose, attack hose, supply line, and extinguisher. As far as the basics go, here's what you should know about the different types of fire hoses.
Product Spotlight: Innotex Turnout Gear
Posted by Feld Fire on 2/25/2016
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Make Your Fire Equipment Last: Here's How
Posted by Feld Fire on 1/26/2016
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Breaking Down Fire Apparatus
Posted by on 12/21/2015
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Ever wonder how the water gets from the firetruck to the burning structure? We know fire apparatus pretty well, and thought you might want to understand how fire trucks work. There are a number of types of hoses on a fire engine. Every one of them has a role they play in putting out a fire. These hoses are also called lines and each puts out a different amount of water depending on the diameter of the hose and the pressure of the pump attached. The fire apparatus is equipped with everything to help firefighters be successful, with gear and technology to extinguish a fire.
Understand What to Do in a Fire
Posted by on 12/9/2015
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Home Fire: What You Need to Know
Did you know that 2500 people die every year in the United States due to fires in their homes? Many, many more are injured. The amount of property that is lost in home fires is up there in the billions of dollars. The sad part of this is that many of these fires can easily be prevented. We just need to help each other understand the basic characteristics of fire. So let's learn about fire in hopes we can help prevent even just one. It will be worth it!
Understanding Wildfires
Posted by on 11/10/2015
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Firefighting Safety
Posted by Feld Fire on 9/29/2014
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Could A $20 Per Firefighter Investment Save Lives?
Posted by Feld Fire on 9/22/2014
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