by wpengine | Jan 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
At a Glance: Firefighter schedules are designed to provide 24/7 emergency coverage while allowing time for firefighters to rest and recover. The most common schedules include the 24/48 (24 hours on, 48 hours off), the 48/96 (48 hours on, 96 hours off), and rotating...
by wpengine | Jan 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
At a Glance: A Class A fire rating is the highest fire resistance rating for building materials. Class A materials resist ignition and limit flame spread under severe conditions. Most commonly applied to roofing, Class A-rated materials include metal, asphalt...
by wpengine | Jan 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
At a Glance: Electrical fires involving energized equipment require Class C or ABC fire extinguishers and should never be fought with water, which creates severe electrocution risks. If safe to reach, cut power at the circuit breaker before fighting the fire; then use...
by wpengine | Jan 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
At a Glance: Fire extinguishers come in five main types: water, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical and wet chemical. Each of these extinguishers is designed to fight specific kinds of fires safely and effectively. Grabbing the wrong fire extinguisher in an emergency...
by wpengine | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
At a Glance: Class C fires are caused by damaged or malfunctioning energized electrical equipment, including faulty wiring, poor installation, and overloaded outlets. Unlike other fire types, Class C fires can cause electrocution, making them very hazardous to fight...
by wpengine | Dec 9, 2025 | Fire Apparatus
At a Glance: To become a volunteer firefighter, you must meet basic requirements and complete comprehensive training that covers firefighting, emergency medical care, and specialized rescue techniques. Once trained, volunteers commit to being on-call for emergency...
