In this episode of the "First-Due Battalion Chief" podcast, Danny Sheridan discusses closing the door for fire safety and door control on the fireground.
"It is easy for everyone on scene to become complacent. We must be vigilant and take every precaution necessary to keep our fellow firefighters out of harm’s way; if they do get in trouble, be ready to help them," writes Daniel P. Sheridan.
Danny Sheridan reflects on some of the major changes he has seen over the course of his career in the fire service and how they have impacted firefighting operations.
Approach vacant buildings with caution in response. Neglect and vandalism may have may have compromised their structural stability and hence the safety of firefighters entering them. The article offers guidance in preplanning, size-up, and appropriate strategy and tactics.
Take a minute to do a proper size-up and don’t be too anxious to commit to an area if you don’t know the exact location of the fire, says Danny Sheridan.
"If people are above the fire, and firefighters are going to enter the building to make rescues, then we are going to have to protect the stairs. It is the point of attack," writes Danny Sheridan.