Roll-down security gates are a common security measure found in both urban and non-urban areas. Often these gates must be opened before ANY firefighting activity begins. Today I want to talk about some tips to help you in making the cut….
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I came across this door on a run yesterday. It was located on the rear of a commercial occupancy in a “questionable” neighborhood (read: security concerns). Here are some views of the outside:
- What is your size-up on this door?
- What kind of locking mechanism(s) are involved?
- What would be your INITIAL method of attack?
- What would be your secondary plans?
More of my thoughts after the break…. (and pictures of the inside)
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On September 11, 2001 Stephen Siller (an FDNY fireman assigned to Squad 1) was off-duty when he learned about the unfolding tragedy at the World Trade Center and he hurried toward the city to assist. When security & traffic prohibited Siller from crossing into Manhattan via the Brooklyn Tunnel, Siller left his car and slung his firefighting gear over his shoulder – and he ran to the Twin Towers. He was last seen alive on West and Liberty Streets where he, more than likely, went looking for his Squad, all of whom perished. The Tunnel to Towers Run retraces Stephen’s footsteps on that fateful day.
This story of selflessness and herosim is an insparation to all of us and embodies the true sprit of brotherhood amongst firefighters. To honor Siller and the other 342 firefighters killed that fateful day, several staff members of Traditions Training will participate in the 2009 Tunnels to Towers Run on September 27, 2009.
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"Vacant" Buildings?
View CommentsThere have been several posts on this issue around the fire service web, showing how visually “unoccupied” structures are OCCUPIED.
Click on for my comments on the issue…
(supplementing my comment at VentEnterSearch.com) (more…)