Fire Training Officers

Opinions are my own and do not represent the Town of Caledon.

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Watch our video!!!!!

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Watch “Caledon Fire and Emergency Services: Join us!” on #Vimeo https://t.co/C3VCcvY4fT

[Visit @OPFFA @OPFFAHealth]

Congratulations to @SSMPFFA on being the first #fire department in #Canada to be issued #PFAS free firefighting gear. This is a giant step towards keeping first responders safe from #cancer causing chemicals @opffa @IAFFCanada @IAFFofficial @iaff13thdvp

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

One of the best workshops I’ve taken. Highly recommend!!

[BShifter @BlueCardHZ]

JUST ANNOUNCED! The only Big Box Workshop in 2024 at the Alan V. Brunacini Command Training Center in Phoenix, AZ, is September 16 & 17. Register here: https://t.co/RgCieqQvTs

[The Secret Firefighter UK @TheSecretFF999]

2 firefighters were injured last week in Germany, and a motorway closed for several hours following a fire at a BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) facility.

The fire continued for around 10 hours, forcing the closure of the nearby A31 motorway due to heavy fire gasses (smoke), and also impacted many local residents.

Unfortunately early reports indicate the injuries may have been preventable and were caused when firefighters opened the door to the BESS, remember when we see what we believe to be fire gasses at these facilities, there’s a high likelihood it’s actually a vapour cloud, the vapour cloud will be highly toxic, highly flammable and also highly explosive.

Opening doors on these facilities not only exposes us to significant heat and flames, it also has a high risk of a potential deflagration or vapour cloud ignition/explosion.

When more details come out and we understand what further learning can be obtained, I’ll try to post an update.

Video Credit: NDR

[Caledon Professional Fire Fighters' Assoc. 4686 @CaledonPFFA]

@CaledonPFFA members are spreading smiles and supporting a great cause with Tim Hortons smile cookies 🍪😁
#caledon

[Caledon Fire & Emergency Services @CaledonFireES]

Today's buzzing with excitement as our volunteer firefighters gear up for their @NFPA certification exams and practicals! #Training #NFPA #Certification

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Understanding flow paths is essential in our job, not only to stay safe but to be competent and efficient firefighters #knowyourjob

[Flashpoint Equipment @FPequipment]

One from the archives (courtesy UL FSRI) that highlights flow path dangers when operating on below grade fires with the potential for failure of a below-grade door or window. We have injured/lost several firefighters in North America with similar conditions.

#flashpointequipment

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Congratulations Tommy!!

[Richmond Hill Fire @RHFES]

Congratulations to newly promoted Training Officer Leung!

TO Leung started with us in 2013, is a qualified Acting Captain, Shift Instructor and Platoon Training Coordinator and was promoted last week after successfully completing the promotional process.

Congratulations Tommy!

[BShifter @BlueCardHZ]

Today we remember the ultimate sacrifice made by Phoenix Firefighter Brett Tarver. We will also highlight the recovery process that ensued and taught us so much. His loss will never be forgotten by the American Fire Service. #BrettTarver #BlueCardCommand #Brunacini #FireCommand

[Caledon Fire & Emergency Services @CaledonFireES]

On #InternationalWomensDay we proudly recognize the incredible contributions of our female firefighters, inspectors, educators, administrators, district chief & deputy. Your strength, skill, & leadership are essential to our team. Thank you for all you do! #WomenInTheFireService

[BShifter @BlueCardHZ]

As a Division Boss, are you prepared? #BlueCardCommand #FireCommand #Brunacini #IncidentCommander #DivisionBoss #DivisionSupervisor #IC #FireChief

[HighRiseFirefighting @HighRiseUnit]

During conferences, I frequently come across people who express their frustration about the lack of progress in the fire service. My advice to them, stay calm and present fact-based science to support your ideas. Establish yourself as a problem-solver.

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Caledon Fire won 3 games in a row to make it into the semi-finals. The guys played hard but got put out this morning. Proud of the Team and representing CFES at the 48th Annual Southern Ontario Firefighters Hockey Tournament #caledonfire #caledonfire @CaledonPFFA @CaledonFireES

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Caledon Fire won all 3 of their games and is moving on to the semi finals in the 48th annual Southern Ontario Fire hockey league tournament. Good luck Team #caledonfire #caledon @CaledonPFFA @CaledonFireES

[Caledon Community S. @CaledonCS]

Got plans this Family Day weekend? Stop by Bolton Fortino’s this Sunday (9:00am - 5:00pm) to meet the @CaledonFireES CNOY team! Come support our #CaledonCNOY24 heroes, give our brave firefighters a high five, snap a cool selfie & maybe win a special prize! https://t.co/P56SqcgldZ

[HighRiseFirefighting @HighRiseUnit]

Every firefighter has their own unique tips and tricks, making experience a valuable teacher. Caledon has an impressive training cadre, and it was wonderful to spend time in the company of others who share our passion for firefighting.

[SOCC🇨🇦 @SOCC_Corp]

Roof removal when it unnecessary is a very amateur point of focus. Taking the roof/removing glass that doesn’t need to be is a hallmark of training on cars without a dent in them (it exposes patients to cold, which kills trauma patients). Use rams, cut the seats, get them moving

[Fire Training Officers @fireTrainings]

Congratulations to 6 of our Officers for completing their #bluecard IC certification class last week @AOYSFireTrain @BlueCardHZ @CaledonPFFA

[kyle . Taylor @livingbyyyz]

We call this PUCKER FACTOR 👁️👄👁️

This evening #FCFRD responded to a utility emergency in the 3800 blk of S George Mason Dr. An explosion occurred while crews were working. Thankfully, our firefighter is okay

🎥@ffxfirerescue

[BShifter @BlueCardHZ]

These fires are happening about once a week in box structures. Is your department prepared?
Attend a Blue Card Big Box Workshop and check out the B Shifter Buckslip Big Box issue from September complete with the Blue Card Big Box SOG: https://t.co/GPXv6yfR4I

[The Secret Firefighter UK @TheSecretFF999]

Why is it that every video or photo we see of these blankets being used, there’s often a severe lack of regard from many or all on scene for correct PPE and/or RPE?

Here we see 4 people without BA, 2 with BA but not under air (so might as well not even have it on their back), and most don’t even have the correct PPE on.

Crews really need to get better at this sort of thing, for anyone who’s not sure why this is so wrong, look at the below links on the increased cancer risks to firefighters:

Interim Best Practice Report:
https://t.co/MdDev2ZR4h

Secret Firefighter Twitter Talk - Firefighting Cancers with John Lord
https://t.co/jaNQ2Aty3y

The Firefighters Podcast - John Lord
https://t.co/Z5JZwIETbY