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Fire Apparatus Compartment Organization: Designing Storage for Faster, Safer Response
When a fire department responds to an emergency, every piece of equipment needs to be ready for use. From...
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Designing a Fire Truck for a Smaller Crew: How Apparatus Layout Can Improve Efficiency
Not every department arrives on scene with a large crew. Volunteer departments, rural departments and departments operating with changing...
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When Is It Time to Replace a Fire Truck? Signs Your Apparatus Is Reaching the End of Its Service Life
A fire truck is one of the longest-serving and most important investments a department will make. With proper maintenance,...
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Designing Fire Apparatus for Rural Departments: What to Consider
Rural fire departments operate in environments that can place very different demands on their apparatus than those faced by...
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Clean Cab Design: Reducing Contamination Through Better Apparatus Planning
Firefighter safety doesn’t end when the fire is extinguished. After an incident, turnout gear, SCBA, tools, and other equipment...
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Generations On Call: Fire Chief Jason Shand And Woods Harbour Shag Harbour’s Commitment To Community
Rooted In A Coastal Community For Fire Chief Jason Shand, service to the Woods Harbour Shag Harbour Volunteer Fire...
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Spec’ing Your Next Fire Truck: Common Mistakes Departments Can Avoid
Purchasing a new fire truck is one of the most significant investments a fire department will make. From the...
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Why Custom Fire Truck Design Matters for Modern Fire Departments
No two fire departments operate exactly the same way. Response areas, staffing levels, equipment requirements, road conditions, and call...
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Summer Fire Safety: Preparing Your Department and Community for Increased Seasonal Risk
Summer brings longer days, community events, outdoor activities, and unfortunately, an increase in fire-related risks. From brush fires and...
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