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AERIAL APPARATUS - DRIVING

This video is the first program in a five-part series on First Department Aerial Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual. "Fire Department Aerial Apparatus 1st edition." This program presents information from chapter 2 about safe, efficient driving techniques for aerial apparatus, including tiller operations. (16 minutes)
 

AERIAL APPARATUS - MAINTENANCE

This video is the fifth program in a five-part series on First Department Aerial Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual. "Fire Department Aerial Apparatus 1st edition." This program presents information from chapter 9 about the basics of aerial apparatus maintenance. (16 minutes)
 

AERIAL - OPERATING TELESCOPING AND ARTICULATING EQUIPMENT

This video is the fourth program in a five-part series on Fire Department Aerial Apparatus. This program presents information from chapter 6 and 7 of the 1991 IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publication Manual, "Fire Department Aerial Apparatus" about the operation of the articulating platforms. (19 minutes)
 

AERIAL APPARATUS - POSITIONING

This video is the third program in a five-part series on First Department Aerial Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual. "Fire Department Aerial Apparatus 1st edition." This program presents information from chapter 4 about the correct placement of apparatus for safe, efficient aerial operations. (16 minutes)
 

AERIAL APPARATUS - STABILIZING

This video is the fourth program in a five-part series on First Department Aerial Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual. "Fire Department Aerial Apparatus 1st edition." This program presents information from chapter 5 about how to broaden the base of the vehicle so that it is less likely to tip over when the aerial device is extended. (16 minutes)
 

AIDS, HEPATITIS AND THE EMERGENCY RESPONDER

This video tape introduces fundamental lessons about emergency response in the age of blood borne pathogens; basic infection control procedures, how HIV and HBV are spread, recognizing occupational exposure, emergency procedures for exposure incidents, personal protective clothing and equipment, safe work practices, engineering controls, universal precautions, decontamination.
 

AIR MONITORING SERIES: CONTAMINATION ASSESSMENT

This video explains the different types of contaminated atmospheres and their associated hazards. It describes safe techniques for responders, including protective clothing and use of back-up teams, and examines basic instrumentation, including calibration and the interpretation of the results.
 

AIR MONITORING SERIES: DIRECT READING INSTRUMENTS

This video explains the principle of instruments for atmospheric sampling under emergency response conditions. Also covered are combustible gas indicators, oxygen meters, detector tubes, survey instruments and radiation detection.
 

AMERICAN HEAT (94 Series)
 

94 Series - Tape 1: Incident: House Fire & Floor Collapse;
2nd Alarm: Building Collapse
 

94 Series - Tape 2: Incident: Los Angeles Earthquake;
2nd Alarm: hazardous Materials
 

94 Series -Tape 3: Incident: Northridge Mall Vehicle Extrication;
2nd Alarm: L.A. City F.D. Disaster Preparedness Division
 

94 Series -Tape 4: Incident: Fatal house Fire;
2nd Alarm: Anatomy of a Fatal House Fire
 

94 Series - Tape 5 Incident: Church Fire;
2nd Alarm: Church Fire Behavior:
 

94 Series - Tape 6: Incident: Colorado Firefighter Fatalities;
2nd Alarm: Fires in Voids
 

94 Series - Tape 7: Incident: Fatal Tractor-trailer Haz-Mat Fire;
2nd Alarm: Haz-Mat Safety Considerations
 

94 Series - Tape 8: Incident: 750 Adams: The Last Call;
2nd Alarm: A Tribute to the Memphis Fallen Firefighters
 

94 Series - Tape 9: Incident: USAir Flight 1016 Crash;
2nd Alarm: Pre-Planning for Aircraft Incidents
 

94 Series - Tape 10: Incident: Fatal Trench Collapse;
2nd Alarm: First Response Procedures
 

ANATOMY AND BEHAVIOR OF FIRE

Shows how the sides of the fire tetrahedron are linked to the phases of burning, fire spread, flashover, back draft, and the classes of fire. (25 minutes).
 

APPARATUS DRIVING/OPERATOR TRAINING: PRIMARY ADMINISTRATIVE & AUTOMOTIVE

Explains driver-operator rights and responsibilities in non-emergency and emergency modes, illustrates fundamental operating procedures and monitoring of the five major automotive systems, and demonstrates daily and weekly preventive maintenance for most emergency vehicles. (30 minutes)
 

APPARATUS DRIVING/OPERATOR TRAINING: DRIVING PRINCIPLES FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES

Illustrates defensive driving principles in emergency and non-emergency modes; explains proper braking, load factor consideration, steering reaction, and adjustments for adverse road conditions; and outlines common driver tests. (30 minutes)
 

 BACK DRAFT & SMOKE EXPLOSIONS

Will train personnel how to recognize and safely react to back draft and smoke explosions. (16 minutes)
 

BE COOL ABOUT FIRE SAFETY

Lessons learned in this video include: don't play with matches and lighters, have smoke detectors on every floor; check them twice a year, don't hide, go outside, have an escape plan and practice, to escape a fire, "fall and crawl:, if you're on fire, "stop, drop, and roll", and know your local emergency number. (15 minutes)
 

BEATING THE LEGAL SYSTEM

Explores the ways in which arsonists manipulates the legal system to evade justice. (19 minutes)
 

BLEVE (BOILING LIQUID EXPANDING VAPOR EXPLOSIONS)

This video features spectacular fire ground footage and test-range demonstrations, and represents information that can make the difference between life and death. Your response team will learn how BLEVEs occur, the characteristics of rail tank cars and highway cargo tanks currently used with liquefied gases, how to size-up incidents, and more. (16 minutes)
 

BREAD AND BUTTER OPERATIONS - ADVANCING THE INITIAL ATTACK HANDLINE

A firefighter guides you through the various techniques and procedures for effectively deploying and operating the initial attack line, including helpful tips unavailable from any other published source. The video describes the nozzle team, the role of each member of the team, the techniques for advancing the "line" and the use of nozzles. Safety issues, teamwork, and the importance of communications are addressed throughout the video. (17 minutes)
 

BREAD AND BUTTER OPERATIONS - METHODS OF STRUCTURE FIRE ATTACK

This video examines the three most widely recognized methods of structure fire attack - the indirect, direct, and combination methods - to help you decide which is the safest and most effective for your operations. (25 minutes)
 

BREAD AND BUTTER OPERATIONS - PEAKED-ROOF VENTILATION

This video presents in no-nonsense graphic detail important steps that will improve your vertical ventilation capabilities at fires in structures with peaked roofs.
 

BREAD AND BUTTER OPERATIONS - STRETCHING THE INITIAL ATTACK HAND LINE

This video identifies important considerations such as horizontal vs. vertical stretches and loads, a formula for estimating accurate hose lengths based on the building, stair configurations and how they affect the stretch, and the well hole stretch as well as common stretching pitfalls and how to avoid them. Often poorly performed, this complex task requires training and proficiency to effectively stretch the hand line and extinguish the fire. (20 minutes)
 

BUSINESS OF SETTING FIRES

Exposes the shady dealings involved with arson for profit. (21 minutes)
 

CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER

This video introduces audiences to need and benefits of installing and maintaining CO detectors in their homes. The programs talks about: What is carbon monoxide?; Effects of CO poisoning; How to check sources of CO poisoning; Types of CO detectors; Buying a Co detector; placement, installation, and maintenance; and What to do in case of an alarm. (20 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - BIG TRUCKS

This program discusses the design characteristics of big trucks. Strategies for handling entrapment situations safety and efficiently are covered. Arrival and setup procedures are covered, as well as hazard control, patient access, sustained stabilization, disentanglement, and patient removal techniques. The straight truck, the tractor-trailer combination, and the specialty truck are show and explained. (30 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - COMMAND PHILOSOPHIES AND SPECIAL SITUATIONS

Reviews all techniques on an advanced level for handling any situation. Covers command considerations for multiple vehicle incidents and mass casualties, examples of how to setup standard operating procedures, goals and problem solving, application of resources, demonstrations of handling vehicle under-rides, cars on sides and roofs, and multiple apparatus, air med-evac. (28 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - HAND TOOLS AND PNEUMATICS

Complete extrications using only hand tools. Covers evaluating tools, air bags, come-a-longs, jacks, pneumatic tools, small hand tools, manual hydraulics, and actual rescues in progress. (38 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - PATIENT CONSIDERATIONS AND PACKAGING TECHNIQUES

Treatment of victim from arrival on scene to delivery to emergency rooms. Covers rapid patient assessment, treatment, and immediate spinal immobilization, mechanisms of injury, physiological considerations, hospital communications, long board techniques, and case studies and critiques of actual rescues. (34 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - PRINCIPLES OF EXTRICATION

The basics every rescuer needs. Covers team approach, golden hour, establishing command, initial scene surveys, inner and outer circle surveys, command sectors, action circle, tool staging, common terminology, anatomy of an automobile, and three aspects of safety.(35 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - SCHOOL BUS RESCUE

With 3,000 school bus accidents annually, all emergency personnel should know the special techniques to affect safe and effective rescue in these tragic situations and the dangers of wrong procedures. Advanced level extrication from buses in various positions shows stabilization, glass and door removal, cutting metal for quick access and patient consideration. Footage of actual incidents. (42 minutes)
 

CARBUSTERS - TECHNIQUES OF EXTRICATION

Step-by-step, in-depth description of basic and advanced procedures. Covers stabilizing the vehicle, access to the patient, removing glass, flapping the roof, opening and removing doors, displacing steering column, cutting steering wheel assembly. Dash roll-up, case studies with critiques. (28 minutes)
 

CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:  LEVEL II - FIRST RESPONDER

Addresses NFPA 472, Operations (Chemistry); explains basic chemical terms and concepts associated with hazardous materials; briefly explains how to use the Department of Transportation Emergency Response Guidebook. (26 minutes)
 

CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: LEVEL III - HAZ MAT TECHNICIAN PART I & II
 

Addresses NFPA 472, Operations (Chemistry); illustrates chemical terms and concepts associated with hazardous materials (Part I); describes how definitions and concepts apply to actual haz mat situations. (20 minutes each)
 

CLANDESTINE DRUG LABS

Is designed to familiarize emergency response and law enforcement personnel with the dangers of illegal drug labs and to present appropriate responses when encountering drug labs. It illustrates the necessity and responsibilities between law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency medical personnel when drug labs or encountered in known and unknown own situations, and when an emergency involving a drug lab escalates into a hazardous materials incident.(Two - 30 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE OF BURNING BUILDINGS - PEAKED ROOF

Most common and dangerous roof for firefighters, types and construction, three ways they can collapse, protection, firefighter falls, slope or pitch, most dangerous surfaces, safety procedures. (18 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE OF BURNING BUILDINGS - TRUSS ROOF

Cause of more deaths and serious injuries, use increasing, case studies, definitions and terms, light-weight and timber trusses, construction features, conflicting size-ups, safe operating procedures. (21 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE OF BURNING BUILDINGS - WALL

New conclusions based on observing hundreds of fires, how firefighters are as likely to get killed outside a burning building as inside, the different kinds of walls, the three ways they collapse, how far they fall, establishing a danger zone, proper use of hose stream, flanking, responsibilities of officers and men. (16 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE OF BURNING BUILDINGS - WOOD FRAME

Most common U.S. building. Types, kinds of collapse and causes, fire spread, case studies, special dangers, porch and chimney collapse, and protection. (15 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE RESCUE FOR THE FIRE SERVICE SERIES - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

This video will help you recognize the types of building construction and to identify the signs of building collapse. (17 minutes)
 

CAUSES AND TYPES

This video will show you why collapse occurs and basic "load" concepts; identify collapse styles; and determine possible void space locations to facilitate rescue efforts. (18 minutes)
 

COLLAPSE RESCUE FOR THE FIRE SERVICE SERIES - STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OF STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE

This video will show you the implementation of the collapse rescue response; incident management and operation; and rescue operations and victim removal. (23 minutes)
 

CONFINED SPACE EMERGENCY

This video program will help you establish a safety program meeting the requirements of 1910.146, Permit Required Confined Spaces. Subjects covered are: Hazards associated with confined spaces, permit system for confined space entry, duties of confined space entry teams, use and limitations of protective clothing, use of air monitoring equipment, and proper response to confined space emergencies.
 

CONFINED SPACE RESCUE

Covers multiple hazards and protective clothing; discusses atmosphere testing, ventilation, and SCBA, and demonstrates entering, victim care, extrication, and tools. (34 minutes)
 

CONTAINER EMERGENCIES SERIES - INTERMODAL CONTAINERS

This video is designed to provide information to emergency responders and industry personnel who work with or may respond to emergencies involving intermodal containers. (28 minutes)
 

CONTAINER EMERGENCIES SERIES - PETROLEUM STORAGE TANKS

This video is designed to provide information to emergency responders and industry personnel who work with or may respond to emergencies involving petroleum storage tanks. The four basic types of tanks - cone roof tanks, open floating roof tanks, covered floating roof tanks, and horizontal tanks - are studies. (29 minutes)
 

CPR: YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Is designed as a community awareness program to educate and motivate viewers about the value of learning CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver. Basic stops for administering these life-supporting procedures are explained and illustrated. (10 minutes)
 

CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS DEBRIEFING

This video includes: a typical debriefing, CISD team structure, seven stages of debriefing, the role of the peer, cognitive vs. emotional experiences, and signals of stress.
 

DEVELOPING FIRE FLOW / HYDRAULICS

Emphasizes the importance of hydraulics in achieving necessary fire flow, and shows how to calculate desired pump discharge pressure for a variety of fire ground situations. (30 minutes)
 

DISNEY ED. PRODUCTIONS: DONALD'S FIRE DRILL

Presents life-saving fire safety demonstrations in a format easily comprehended by youngsters. The seriousness of the lessons in fire safety will be readily understood through the spirited interplay of the characters' questions and answers. Recommended for Grades P-1, health and safety classes, PTA, and fire departments. (15 minutes)
 

DISNEY ED. PRODUCTIONS: DONALD'S FIRE SURVIVAL PLAN

The student will understand the need for having a fire safety plan; become acquainted with the terms and techniques used in practicing fire safety; and realize that being familiar with fire safety could save someone's life - including his/her own. (12 minutes)
 

DISNEY ED. PRODUCTIONS: I'M NO FOOL WITH FIRE

The student will understand the importance of fire prevention procedures and safety awareness; learn basic fire safety techniques, including EDITH; be encouraged to practice fire safety skills. (10 minutes)
 

DISNEY ED. PRODUCTIONS: THE JAMIE FORT STORY

Jamie Fort is a typical, happy 10 year old until a fire breaks out in her bedroom and she is very badly burned. Jamie's teacher tells the class that she has to wear a special body bandage (Jobst Suit) Jamie makes the best of the situation because she knows that beneath the physical changes, she is still the same. Recommended for grades 4-6, safety education classes, civic groups, and fire and police depts. (30 minutes)
 

DROWNING AND WATER RESCUES

Shows how to rescue someone from the water and explains the steps rescuers need to take to save lives. (58 minutes)
 

EMERGENCY? DIAL 9-1-1

Friendly puppets teach young children with music and songs how to use 9-1-1 to call for help in an emergency. Educates children in an entertaining and exciting way that 9-1-1 should only be used in an emergency. (15 minutes)
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE BOOK

Explains when it is best to let it burn; discusses vapor suppression techniques; covers fire fighting with foam; tells why you can apply water to water-reactive materials; and answers other related questions concerning the guidebook. (35 minutes)
 

ENGINE COMPANY - DEVELOPMENT A SUSTAINED WATER SUPPLY

This program looks at the equipment used to develop a sustained water supply and at water movement as part of the Fire Action Plan. It also covers municipal and rural water sources and different methods for developing sustained water supplies. We demonstrate how to work from the booster tank on the engine, with tankers and fold-a-tanks, draft from static water sources, develop large volumes of water from traditional dual hose lays and large-diameter hose, and the use of various hose streams from the one-inch booster line to the master stream appliances. (30 minutes)
 

ENGINE COMPANY - ENGINE COMPANY PRINCIPLES

With scenes from training grounds and live fire demonstrations, this program will address consistent methods for engine company operations. Beyond tactical considerations, a complete selection of tools and appliances carried by progressive engine companies will be review. (30 minutes)
 

ENGINE COMPANY - FIRE ATTACK: MULTI-FAMILY DWELLINGS

This program demonstrates the benefit in using a predetermined action plan when many families are in jeopardy of being injured or losing their valuable possessions to rapidly spreading flames. By looking at the construction characteristics of these low-rise structures, tam demonstrates how the building's construction affects the spread of fire. (30 minutes)
 

ENGINE COMPANY - FIRE ATTACK: SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS

This lesson addresses common construction characteristics of single-family dwellings and their hazards under fire conditions. You will observe basic precautions when training or practicing fire fighting techniques in these structures and different interior extinguishment techniques with emphasis on the most common fire problems. (30 minutes)
 

ENGINE COMPANY - FIREFIGHTER SURVIVAL

Toxic smoke, dangerous heat, and the chance of structural failure are all ingredients in a serious building fire. To ensure the safety of working crews, an entire network of individuals keeps the calculated risks to a minimum. However, even with every safety precaution in place, the time may come when a firefighter must resort to drastic measures to escape serious injury or death. Also included in this video: arrival and size-up safety, inside and outside the collapse zone, emergency escape techniques and scene organization when a firefighter is lost. (30 minutes) Instructor manual included.
 

ENGINE COMPANY - OVERHAUL

To achieve its goal of making the scene safe, it is vital for an engine company to anticipate and plan its overhaul strategy. We will help you do this by demonstrating a systemic approach for finding hidden fires and glowing embers, considering the types and locations of fires, and reviewing salvage techniques. (30 minutes) Instructor Manual included.
 

ENGINE COMPANY - PUMP OPERATIONS

This program provides instruction for the safe transpiration of crew members, equipment, and apparatus to and from the emergency scene. It teaches the fundamentals of pump operations by demonstrating various ways to process water for fire control. (30 minutes) Instructor manual included.
 

ENGINE COMPANY - PRE-INCIDENT PLANNING

This program teaches the responsibilities involved in pre-incident planning, including survey, documentation, and familiarization of occupancy and its surrounding area. It demonstrates the types of pre-planning, and the differences in pre-planning for the engine company, rescue company, and truck company. Also included: evaluation of the response area layout, teaches techniques for conducting a pre-incident planning survey, and use a pre-incident plan during emergencies. (30 minutes) Instructor manual included.
 

ENGINE COMPANY - SEARCH AND RESCUE TECHNIQUES

We will bring you inside burning dwellings. We focus on assuring the fire fighters' safety when using SCBAs, search techniques, rescue techniques, and self-rescue techniques. (30 minutes) Instructor manual included.
 

ENGINE COMPANY - SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS

This program provides the student and the engine company with the vital training needed to ensure firefighter safety. It demonstrates the typical self-contained SCBA system. It also teaches the dangers that exist in atmospheres surrounding a fire, as well as several hazardous gases, including carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride, phosgene, and hydrogen cyanide. (30 minutes) Instructor manual included.
 

EPICENTER: ANYTOWN USA EARTHQUAKE SURVIVAL

Shows the different areas earthquakes can happen. Explains the survival guide for preparing before, during, and after. This video is good for the general public to view. (16 minutes)
 

ESSENTIALS COMPLETE VIDEO LIBRARY

33 Videos for the Firefighter Series I & II to help train on the Essentials Curriculum.
 

Series I - Fire Ground Safety

Fire Ground Safety
 

Series I - Safety Standards for the Fire Service

Safety Standards for the Fire Service
 

Series I - Fire Behavior

Fire Behavior
 

Series I - SCBA 1 - Introduction

Introduction SCBA 1
 

Series I - Ladders

Ladders
 

Series I - Personal Protective Clothing

Personal Protective Clothing
 

Series I - Portable Extinguishers

Portable Extinguishers
 

Series I - Ropes and Knots

Ropes and Knots
 

Series I - Fire Control 1

Fire Control 1
 

Series I - Ladders 2

Ladders 2
 

Series I - Ladders 1

Ladders 1
 

Series I - Horizontal Ventilation

Horizontal Ventilation
 

Series I - Vertical Ventilation

Vertical Ventilation
 

Series I - Fire Hose Basics

Fire Hose Basics
 

Series I - Handling Hose

Handling Hose
 

Series I - Advancing Hose lines

Advancing Hose lines
 

Series I - Fire Streams

Fire Streams
 

Series I - Forcible Entry

Forcible Entry
 

Series I - Fire Detection, Alarm, and Communication

Fire Detection, Alarm, and Communication
 

Series I - Power Tools and Lighting

Power Tools and Lighting
 

Series I - Loss Control: Salvage

Loss Control: Salvage
 

Series I - Loss Control: Overhaul

Loss Control: Overhaul
 

Series I - Fire Prevention and Public Education

Fire Prevention and Public Education
 

Series I - SCBA 2 Use and Maintenance

SCBA 2 Use and Maintenance
 

Series II - Building Construction

Building Construction
 

Series II - Rescue Operations

Rescue Operations
 

Series II - Advanced Ventilation Techniques

Advanced Ventilation Techniques
 

Series II - Municipal Water Systems

Municipal Water Systems
 

Series II - Fire Control 2

Fire Control 2
 

Series II - Foam Fire Streams

Foam Fire Streams
 

Series II - Fire Hose Appliances

Fire Hose Appliances
 

Series II - Introduction to Fire Origin and Cause

Introduction to Fire Origin and Cause
 

Series II - Sprinkler Systems

Sprinkler Systems
 

Series II - Pre-Incident Survey Inspect.

Pre-Incident Survey Inspect.
 

FIRE ALARM AND COMMUNICATIONS

Dramatically traces information flow from the reporting of fire through fire response. Shows the correct use of radio procedures, fire signals, multiple alarms, and other equipment. (25 minutes)
 

FIRE AND RESCUE

Ride along as Mike, the friendly firefighter, takes you from the fire training academy to the life and action of a day at the fire house. (30 minutes)
 

FIRE COMPANY INSPECTIONS

Thoroughly shows how to inspect assembly buildings, businesses, and schools, using the skills of the fire company. Explains how to develop a system for performing thorough inspections using fire company personnel. (30 minutes)
 

FIRE DRILLS AT SCHOOL

This lively video teaches kids what to do and where to go when they hear a fire alarm at school. The video moves at a quick pace with concise lessons & entertaining computer graphics. It covers the importance of getting to and staying at the Safe Meeting Place outside. The video also covers the essentials of safe fire evacuation including checking doors for heat, crawling low in smoke and stop, drop and roll.
 

FIRE DRILLS: THE GREAT ESCAPE?

This video is an attention-grabbing lesson in the important of conducting proper and frequent fire drills and practicing good fire safety and prevention at all times. After the opening scene of a startling fire disaster, the video encourages viewers to practice surprise fire drills with the entire family during both day and night. The video also covers the essentials of safe fire evacuation including making a fire escape plan, checking doors for heat, crawling low in smoke, stop, drop and roll, and going to the Safe Meeting Place. (15 minutes)
 

FIREFIGHTER SAFETY

Identifies the most frequently encountered hazards and explains how to approach them. It covers health hazards, everyday duty, safety, safe use of tools, and driving and firefighting safety. (30 minutes)
 

FIREGROUND OPERATIONS

Vividly demonstrates how to assume commands of a fire or emergency from first alarm through return to quarters, it also explains alarm assignments and shows how to size up a situation, formulate a strategy, implement an attack, and preserve evidence of a fire's probable cause. (30 minutes)
 

FIRE HOSE AND NOZZLES- PART 1

Clearly demonstrates hoses, adapters, couplers, and other equipment used to join and extend hose lines. Also shows how to roll, carry, drag, and load hose onto pumpers, and demonstrates hose cleaning, repair, and inspection (30 minutes)
 

FIRE HOSE AND NOZZLES - PART 2

At a fire scene on ladders, stairways, and the ground floor of a building, this demonstration of hose and nozzles uses both dry and charged hoses. Shows hookup and advancing the hose to the fire. Covers individual and team hose handling, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and safety. (30 minutes)
 

FIRE IN THE JAIL

Presents a dramatization of a fire set by inmates in a jail and the rapid chaos, confusion, injury, death and damage it can cause. Almost as fatal as the flames themselves was the reason behind the statistics, being unprepared. (15 minutes)
 

FIRE: IN THE WORKPLACE

Featuring California State Fire Marshal, Ron Coleman, this program begins by telling viewers that the U.S. has a bad attitude. That's why we have the highest fire death rates in the industrial world. Combining interviews with on-scene fire footage, the program explores the reason behind the statistics. (25 minutes)
 

FIRE OFFICER'S SERIES: MAKING A DIFFERENCE

These videos are designed to stimulate thought provoking discussion by providing a variety of learn-by-doing exercises. Learning is enhanced by this multi-sensory approach which allows students to see concepts in action and discuss insights with fellow firefighters.
 

Introduction Video Tape: Introduction to Fire Service Management.

Provides the focus and framework necessary for personnel to understanding the unique circumstances specific to fire service management.
 

Tape 1: Interpersonal Dynamics: Getting Along and Getting through

Gives insight into each person's windows of opportunity and personal management styles. Participants identify their strengths and areas that need to be developed.
 

Tape 2: Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way

Focuses on the styles of leadership. Video examines the differences between a leader and a manager.
 

Tape 3: A Symbol is a Promise

Organizational Dynamics Helps today's fire officer to maintain the best tradition has to offer, while also adjusting to the rapid pace of innovation.
 

Tape 4: The Bottom Line

Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution Discusses simple & complex problem solving techniques and constructive confrontational skills.
 

Tape 5: Building Your Team Builds the skills for effective team leadership

Concentrates on effective team building through ongoing attention to motivation and participation, and sensitivity to personal growth.
 

Tape 6: Developing Your Game Plan

Getting the Job Done Offers lots of suggestions to help fire officers better utilize shift time, clarify the hierarchy of responsibility, and use the goal model to become more effective time managers.
 

Tape 7: Coaching for Top Performance

Evaluations Explains the roles of positive disciplines, personal counseling, the communications cycle, and the job expectations in the motivation and evaluation process.
 

FIRE POWER

This video shows the power and speed of an uncontrolled fire. The objectives of this video are 1) to motivate the audience to view fire as a serious threat and 2) to focus the attention of the audience on the need for smoke detectors, escape plans and immediate evaluation in the event of fire. The video also highlights the effectiveness of residential sprinklers in controlling fire and minimizing change. (17 minutes)
 

FIRE PROTECTION IN LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES - MOVING PATIENTS TO SAFETY

Describes how health care providers can quickly move ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients to a place of safety during an emergency. Emphasis is placed on moving patients who are directly exposed to fire or smoke, and on keeping in their rooms those patients who are not immediately threatened. (17 minutes)
 

FIRE SAFETY FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

Gives elderly people the facts they need to protect themselves from becoming victims of fire. Includes tips on cooking, heating and electrical safety, the stop, drop and roll technique; Operation EDITH; & evacuation from high-rise buildings. (10 minutes)
 

FIRE SAFETY LESSONS FOR LIFE

Through firsthand experiences of people who've suffered devastating losses in fire and those on the front lines of the battle against fair. This video leaves viewers with no doubt abut the importance of home fire safety. (25 minutes)
 

FIRE SERVICE INFECTION CONTROL

It identifies diseases which can threaten personnel, explains how they can be transmitted, and demonstrates infection control procedures to be followed-both in the field and at the station. (23 minutes)
 

FIRST AID

Shows how to conduct the initial survey and prioritize victims. It describes ABC procedures and performing CPR. It also demonstrates accepted procedures for reducing first responder risk from communicable diseases. (30 minutes)
 

FIRST AID FOR BURNS AND FRACTURES

Competently shows advanced first aid procedures for setting bones and treating fractures, controlling internal bleeding, and treating thermal and chemical burns. (30 minutes)
 

FLAMMABLE SOLIDS

Shows the affects of fire and water on flammable solids; illustrates necessary precautions to be taken; and explains the safe handling of flammable solids in fire and non-fire conditions. (57 minutes)
 

FLASHOVER

In this video you will see: Three stages of a fire, thermal radiation feedback, warning signs, heat build-up, rollover, factors affecting flashover, causes of recent increases in firefighter danger involving flashover, effects of flashover on firefighting, delaying or preventing flashover, when NOT to vent, fire ground pre-planning to reduce disorientation during search & rescue, safe search techniques, and defensive search procedures. (16 minutes)
 

FLUE/CHIMNEY

This video is valuable both as a public education tool that can help the fire department build goodwill and improve fire prevention in the community, and as a firefighter training tool. It teaches fire safety to woodstove owners and users and specialized firefighter training for responding to a chimney fire incident. (30 minutes)
 

FOAM FIRE STREAMS

Identifies four ways that foam extinguishes or prevents fires; gives characteristics of several types of foam; and demonstrates how to assemble a foam fire steam system. (20 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY

Tells the how, why, and when of forcible entry, including the use of typical tools for the job. Carefully explains the responsibility for security arising from forcible entry. (15 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY-CONVENTIONAL

Entry size-up, door selection, exposure problems, strategy, different doors and components, inward and outward, frames and walls, safety precautions, tools, spreading and forcing techniques, and common errors. (32 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY-HIGH SECURITY DEVICES

This video recognizes the scissors gate and roll-down metal door configuration, construction and operation, size-up and strategy, when to force the lock, when to cut the door, techniques used in cutting the door, dangers unique to fire incidents with high security devices, and common errors and safety precautions. (20 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY-PADLOCKS

Common on fences, garages, basements, roll down metal doors, gates, barns, sheds. Lock details, mounting devices, size-up, weakest link, standard lock techniques, halligan, bolt cutter, dent puller, heavy security opening techniques, hammer headed pick, maul, duck bill lock breaker, acetylene torch, circular power saw, Master/American and foreign locks, safety. (20 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY-SPECIAL LOCKING DEVICES

This video identifies special locking devices, methods of entry for each type, cylinder guard plates - exposed bolt and hidden bolt, fichet locks, Mul-t-lock, and police locks - sliding bar and vertical bar. (22 minutes)
 

FORCIBLE ENTRY-THROUGH-THE-LOCK

America's increasing pre-occupation with security is making fire service entry more and more difficult. Understanding that locks are simple, only the tumblers are sophisticates simplifies entry. The "key" is two simple tool shapes. (22 minutes)
 

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Shows the organization of a fire department and its scope of operation as well as the rules and regulations that apply to each firefighter. Presents departmental rules, regulations, discipline, and teamwork in a positive manner. (30 minutes)
 

GRANDPA JOE'S SECRET

In an effort to teach his grandson how dangerous matches and lighters can be, Grandpa Joe tells a story of a little boy who started a fire that burned his clubhouse. The program is designed to prevent child-set fires from occurring by teaching children that matches and lighters are tools not toys, and fire is very powerful and can hurt you and the things you love. (12 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - BENZENE, TOLUENE, & XYLENE

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: occupancies where these solvents are found, long-term carcinogenic effects of benzene, using foam for fire and vapor control, precautions for safe storage and use, hazards of aromatic hydrocarbons, controlling sources of ignition, spill clean-up on land or water, emergency medical treatment, reactivity hazards, how vapors behave, and decontamination. (28 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - CHLORINE

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: what happens when containers are exposed to fire, identifying the presence of chlorine, protective clothing for mitigation activities, how to use cooling and vapor control water, methods for vapor leak detection, chlorine Institute A, B & C kits, health hazards of exposure, chlorine container design, response role of CHLOREP teams, and how vapors behave. (25 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - HAZARDOUS WASTE

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: identifying unknown hazardous substances, illegal waste disposal practices, DOT and EPA marking requirements, monitoring atmospheric hazards, how waste manifests can help, selecting protective clothing, toxicity of hazardous waste, how to make the site safe, and decontamination. (27 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - HYDROGEN SULFIDE

This exciting new film provides up-to-date information about: why smell cannot be relied on to detect hydrogen sulfide, action for first responders at suspected H2S incidents, why fire fighter turnouts provide the best protection, why letting the fire burn may be the best strategy, symptoms of exposure to hydrogen sulfide, monitoring equipment and methodology, establishment of safe areas, decontamination procedure, and ventilation operations. (28 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - INORGANIC OXIDIZERS

This video teaches lifesaving lessons about emergency response to incidents involving the most common inorganic oxidizers: Ammonium nitrate, Calcium hypochlorite, and Nitric acid. This explains the hazards of these chemicals as well as safe storage and handling procedures, symptoms of exposure, DOT and NFPA markings, containers, first responder responsibilities, fire fighting and more. (28 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - PESTICIDES

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: flammability, health, & reactivity hazards, procedures for spill and leak emergencies, symptoms of exposure to toxic pesticides, where pesticides may be encountered, safe handling & storage procedures, understanding and using EPA labels, when it's best to let a fire burn, first aid for pesticide exposure, protective clothing requirements, when evacuation is called for, and decontamination procedures. (28 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - PROPANE, BUTANE & PROYLENE

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: why allowing a fire to burn may be the test tactic, water flow rates for cooling tanks exposed to fire, monitoring instruments for LPG emergencies, boiling liquid expanding vapor explosions, fire safety analysis for LPG facilities, requirements for safe storage areas, controlling vapors with water fog, ASME and DOT container types, and how vapors behave. (29 minutes)
 

HAZ-CHEM SERIES - SULFURIC ACID AND HYDROCHLORIC ACID

This information-packed film introduces some fundamental lessons about emergency procedures: identifying corrosive acids, hazards of H2SO4 & HCI, occupancies where acids are found, reactivity problems, why water may be dangerous, proper protective clothing, stemming the flow of product, emergency medical treatment, decontamination, and environmental concerns. (26 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT - PLUGGING AND PATCHING DRUMS

Shows how to safely and effectively contain leaks in low-pressure drums; includes step-by-step demonstrations of various containment techniques; and emphasizes safety and the value of hands-on practice. (20 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT - CONTAINING LEAKS IN PRESSURIZED CYLINDERS

Demonstrates ways to use common materials and tools to detect and contain leaks in high-pressure gas cylinders; emphasizes safety concerns when working with hazardous materials that are under pressure; and explains how to recognize when technical assistance is required. (20 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT - DIKING, DIVERTING, AND RETAINING SPILLS

Presents the purpose and objectives of hazardous materials spill control; shows common materials and equipment that can be used in confinement operations; demonstrates specific techniques for diking, diverting, and retaining; and emphasizes safety rules, including decontamination at the spill site. (20 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT DECONTAMINATION SERIES - DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES

This video is the second of three programs in the Hazardous Materials Decontamination Series. The program presents suggestions for establishing a standard operating procedure for decontamination operations at haz-mat incidents. (19 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT DECONTAMINATION SERIES - HANDLING CONTAMINATED VICTIMS

This video shows how victims become contaminated at hazardous materials incidents. To present the symptoms of exposure to certain types of hazardous materials. Demonstrates basic decontamination, packaging, and transportation procedures for exposed victims. Show how to do effective pre-incident planning with hospitals. (16 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT DECONTAMINATION SERIES - WHY DECONTAMINATE?

This is the first of three programs in the Hazardous Materials Decontamination Series. This program presents the reasons why decontamination is necessary at haz-mat incidents. This program is divided into four training objectives: the need for a "no exception" policy on decontamination; how personnel, equipment, and the environment become contaminated; how the human body is exposed to hazardous materials; and the four basic methods of decontamination, and the limitations of each.
 

HAZ-MAT FIRST RESPONDER - APPLYING BASIC CHEMISTRY

(34 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT FIRST RESPONDER - OXIDIZERS

Discusses the physical forms of oxidizers; explains protection procedures; examines the hazards of oxidizers; and reviews necessary precautions when dealing with these chemicals. (53 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT FIRST RESPONDER - POISONS

Helps you identify various types of poisons; discusses toxicity levels of poisons; and explains safe handling procedures. (60 minutes)
 

HAZ-MAT FIRST RESPONDER - TEAMWORK

Explains all aspects of an incident involving an overturned tank truck that is leaking a flammable poisonous material and covers each phase from the time it happens through cleanup and critique. (37 minutes)
 

HIDDEN HAZARDS IN YOUR HOME

Narrated by William Shatner, this video shows how gasoline and hot water is used in the wrong way. (10 minutes)
 

HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY

This state of the art 3-D graphics take you on a year round trip through the holiday seasons with fire prevention tips that will help make special occasions safe. (15 minutes)
 

HOME FIRE EVACUATION

This video is designed to be a trigger film to instigate discussion about fire safety and is an essential part of any safety awareness program. It includes Early Warning Systems, Fire Escape Plan, Drilling, and Survival. (17 minutes)
 

HOME SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Introduces viewers to tested systems and explains the basics of installation, operation, and costs. Can be used for community fire prevention education. (11 minutes)
 

HOT SPOTS IN THE HOME

Teaches viewers how to prevent home fires by recognizing common fire hazards and correcting them promptly and safely. Covers home heating, electrical and housekeeping hazards. Gives suggestions on how to conduct a home hot spot inspection inside and out. (13 minutes)
 

IN A FLASH: THE CONSEQUENCES OF YOUTH FIRESETTING

This graphic, true story of a burn victim emphasizes that fire setting and arson are crimes and very dangerous. Now severely disfigured and scarred, Gordon delivers a powerful message that fire setting can lead to permanent tragedy. (12 minutes)
 

INDUSTRIAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER

This video is designed to provide training and assistance to facilities which are developing an incident management system as part of the emergency response plan. The program looks at what happens when a emergency becomes a crisis and the role the emergency operations center plays in the response. (22 minutes)
 

INDUSTRIAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT - INCIDENT COMMAND IN THE FIELD

This video is designed to provide training and assistance to facilities which are developing an incident management system as part of the emergency response plan. Command post operations are studies, as well as how an emergency response is organized, how strategy is designed, and how the response is controlled. (22 minutes)
 

INDUSTRIAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT - TAKING CONTROL

This video is designed to provide training and assistance to facilities which are developing an incident management system as part of the emergency response plan. Common types of industrial emergencies are examined as well as the development of the incident command system and its application in the plan. (18 minutes)
 

INSPECTION - PART 1

Explores the typical causes of fires, showing how inspection can be an important tool for fire prevention, and then presents the basics of fire prevention inspections. (20 minutes)
 

INSPECTION - PART 2

A lively presentation of the importance of public relations for inspection programs. Also identifies common hazards and shows how to remove them through mutual cooperation. Gives examples of on-site inspections of industrial and residential structures. (30 minutes)
 

INSPECTING AND TESTING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Shows how to inspect wet, dry, and fixed chemical types of sprinkler systems. Also demonstrates the operation of valves affecting each system and shows how to replace sprinkler heads and reset systems. (30 minutes)
 

INVESTIGATION & INTERVIEWING

Investigators talk with a convicted arsonist about the techniques of arson investigation and interviewing. (17 minutes)
 

INVESTIGATING RITUAL CRIME

This video shows the investigator what to look for at a ritual crime scene. Guidelines include: recording the location and position of victims body, documenting the signs of mutilation to the body, making notations of ink marks or tattoos and painting or branding of the body, and signs of jewelry which have been forcefully removed. It also shows examples of items used in ceremonies and rituals. (11 minutes)
 

JUVENILE FIRE SETTERS

Explores the motives of juvenile fire setters by examining convicted arsonist's own early fire setting history. (23 minutes)
 

JUVENILE FIRE SETTER INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION

Describes the basics needed for fire personnel to establish and maintain an effective juvenile fire setter program. Covers necessary steps in interviewing, evaluation and referral. A valuable educational tool which can also be used to inform the public about the growing program, and what the fire department needs to continue a successful fight against child-set fires. (12 minutes)
 

KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY

In this video viewers learn how to prevent burns, spills and fires while cooking, how to safely use electrical appliances and how to put out small grease and oven fires. (14 minutes)
 

KNOW WHEN TO GO: REACT FAST TO FIRE

This video stresses the importance of having a fire escape plan, practicing fire escape drills often, and that every fire alarm should be taken seriously. (12 minutes)
 

LADDERS AND AERIAL APPARATUS

Dramatically demonstrates aerial ladders and apparatus during rescue and fire suppression operations. Also identifies construction materials and load-safety features, and shows how to test ground and aerial ladders. (30 minutes)
 

LATCHKEY KIDS

Gives parents valuable information to help them decide if a child is able and willing to be left alone, plus gives children important tips to insure a safe and rewarding experience. Discusses fire safety, security measures, homework, chores, and first aid. Designed for children who care for themselves an hour or more each day. (15 minutes)
 

MASTER STREAM

In this video you will see: Extremely Effective in Firefighting, Definition, Types, Use, General Rules, and Safe Transition from Interior to Exterior Attack, Weight of Water Most Dangerous, and Behavior of Pumped Water in Building, Minimizing Danger, Risk of Collapse, and Dangers After Streams Shut Off. (16 minutes)
 

 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND PASS DEVICES

Identifies types of protective clothing; demonstrates correct methods of the use and care of protective clothing; and explains the limits of protection. (18 minutes)
 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: SAFETY VIDEO

This video demonstrates the importance of proper personal protective equipment, including how to use it and how to keep it in top-notch shape. (18 minutes)
 

PLAN TO GET OUT ALIVE

Dramatically shows proven steps to prevent and survive fires. (45 minutes)
 

PLAY IT SAFE: BURN & INJURY PREVENTION

This video covers a wide range of safety lessons for young children. The cheerful puppets Bobby and Cindy meet the audience at their Play It Safe Clubhouse and discuss many indoor and outdoor safety tips. The video uses computer animation, lively music and a Play It Safe song to move the presentation along at an enjoyable speed. The video covers kitchen and bathroom safety, general household safety and outdoors safety including dangers in and around the garage, electrical wires, streets, stranger safety and the importance of seatbelts. (15 minutes)
 

PORTRAIT OF A SERIAL ARSONIST: THE PAUL KELLER STORY

Follow the path of investigators as they unravel the mystery surrounding the series of fires. Hear victims recount the terror as flames engulfed their homes, businesses and churches. Relive one family's nightmare as they discover that the person responsible is their own son and brother, forcing them into the most difficult moral dilemma a family could face. (48 minutes)
 

POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION: PRINCIPLES & BASIC SET UP - PART I

Property damage resulting from heat and smoke account for the greatest proportion of costs resulting from fires. Quickly and efficiently ventilating structures during and after a fire can substantially reduce firefighter risks, assist rescue operations, and minimize property damage. (27 minutes)
 

POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION: SET-UP VARIATIONS & FIRE ATTACK- PART II

Builds on Part I by demonstrating set-up variations for various structures during salvage and overhaul, including single and multiple story residential structures and basements; commercial structures with apartments, offices, or large open areas, and high rise buildings. (27 minutes)
 

POWER TOOLS AND FORCIBLE ENTRY

Live action demonstrates how to use power tools for entering through doors, windows, roofs, ceilings, floors, and other barriers. Emphasizes the proper care and use of tools and stresses the importance of safety and discretion while using these tools at the fire ground. (30 minutes)
 

PRACTICE FOR LIFE: SAFE ESCAPE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND THE DISABLED

In this video, viewers will learn safe fire procedures from homes, high-rise apartments and assisted living communities. This video stresses planning, practice, and prevention and is a must for the elderly and all health care personnel who deal with the elderly. (15 minutes)
 

PRE-FIRE PLANNING

Carefully explains pre-fire planning procedures for structures in the community. Identifies key elements of pre-fire plan and explains their strategic importance. (30 minutes)
 

PROTECT YOURSELF SO YOU CAN PROTECT OTHERS

Firefighters and EMS providers face exposure to hepatitis B and C, HIV, and other blood borne diseases. This video uses a dramatized accident to education firefighters and EMS provides about how to protect them from infection, and what to do if an exposure occurs. (15 minutes)
 

PUMPING APPARATUS - OPERATING EMERGENCY VEHICLES

This video is the first program in a four part series on Pumping Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual, "Fire Department Pumping Apparatus 7th edition." This program presents information from chapter 2 about how to safely operate fire apparatus, and how to prepare for the driving test required by NFPA standard 1002 for Fire Apparatus Driver/operator. (19 minutes)
 

PUMPING APPARATUS - MAINTENANCE AND INSPECT

This video is the fourth program in a four-part series on Pumping Apparatus. This series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications manual, "Fire Department Pumping Apparatus 7th edition." This program presents information from chapter 6 about how to operate the pump in different operating situations using the three major sources of water: the tank, an external pressurized water source (hydrant) or a draft source. (13 minutes)
 

PUMPING APPARATUS - POSITIONING

This video is the third program in a four part series on Pumping Apparatus. The series follows the IFSTA validated Fire Protection Publications Manual, "Fire Department Pumping Apparatus 7th edition." This program presents information from chapter 4 about the correct placement of apparatus for maximum effectiveness of both equipment and personnel. (19 minutes)
 

PUMPING APPARATUS PRINCIPLES - FIRE PUMP OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Review theory and operation of midship pumps, covers routine service and maintenance, and gives a summary of a maintenance schedule. (30 minutes)
 

RAPID INTERVENTION TEAMS/FIREFIGHTER SURVIVAL SERIES PART 1 - IV

These four videos cover such topics as Incident Command, fire suppression, heavy rescue, vehicle extrication, hazmat, EMS/pre-hospital care, segments worth C.E. credits and more. (8 - 12 minutes each)
 

RED THE FIREDOG AND THE THREE P's OF FIRE SAFETY

This video uses the interesting combination of puppets, cutting-edge graphics and music to ensure that children know when to go. Join Red the firedog as he teaches everyone how to make a safe escape. (15 minutes)
 

RESCUE

Shows approved procedures for locating and rescuing people in burning structures. Demonstrates carries, drags, life nets, stretchers, life belts, and other rescue equipment and techniques. (20 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - ADVANCED TRENCH COLLAPSE RESCUE

This program teaches advanced rescue techniques and new situations. In keeping with part one, Trench Collapse, OSHA standards are incorporated and often exceeded. The procedures for safely rescuing a person trapped in several different trench types are covered. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - BUILDING COLLAPSE: LIGHT FRAME CONSTRUCTION

This program presents a safe, thorough approach for the rescue company to prepare, respond, and perform search and rescue functions at the scene of a collapsed buildings. It is intended as a first step toward creating a building collapse rescue team by starting with light frame construction collapses and emphasizing the tools and equipment used for these types of structures. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - BUILDING COLLAPSE: MEDIUM TO HEAVY CONSTRUCTION

This video discusses the equipment used when working with reinforced concrete, steel and tilt-slab construction. It demonstrates principles and techniques for using the equipment to safely retrieve a person from a collapsed structure. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - CONFINED-SPACE RESCUE

This program emphasizes the difference between a permitted and a non-permitted confined space and the interaction that should take place between the rescue team and those who are responsible for that confined space. Entries into confined spaces are demonstrated using traditional SCBAs and supplied-air-breathing purpose. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - ELEVATOR RESCUE

This program gives insight into the components of the elevator system. Emphasis is placed on developing a rescue action plan. Various rescue demos of safe procedures are illustrated. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - HIGH ANGLE RESCUE

High angle techniques are required any time someone is trapped beyond the reach of a conventional ladder. It demonstrates principles and techniques for using technical rescue equipment to safely retrieve a person from a high angle environment. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - LOW ANGLE RESCUE

This program illustrates the proper use of roes, webbings, ladders, and mechanical advantage systems to safely transfer the patient from one level to the next. We also demonstrate rescue basket stretchers and other packaging devices. This program emphasizes the contemporary "family of eights" style of knots, the most widely recognized group tin today's fire and rescue services. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - RESCUE PRINCIPLES

This program looks at light, medium, and heavy rescue units; the types of tools they carry; the use, care, and storage of the tools; the special applications of each tool group; and the safely consideration of their use. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - TRENCH COLLAPSE

This program will address the proper way to approach and stabilize the scene, locate and remove the victim, and retrieve tools and equipment in accordance with OHSA standards. (30 minutes)
 

RESCUE COMPANY - WATER RESCUE

This program presents a safe, systematic approach to the rapid deployment of a water rescue effort. (30 minutes)
 

ROPES AND KNOTS

Shows how a firefighter uses ropes and knots to secure and hoist personnel and equipment. All knots are clearly demonstrated. (20 minutes)
 

ROPE RESCUE I & II

Based on currently accepted rope rescue theories, training and equipment supported with thousands of hours of practice and real life rescue application. Definitions and base skills are listed in the RR I outline and must be mastered previous to advancing to RR II. Level II is primarily focused on four new concepts: repelling with a rack, ascending a fixed line, lower systems, and haul systems. (I - 90 minutes, II - 60 minutes)
 

SAFE BABYSITTING

The video discusses what to do before you baby-sit, how to prevent injury, covers fire and medical emergencies, and gives safety guidelines for home security. (15 minutes)
 

SAFETY MEETING SERIES I - LIFTING

Employees learn the proper method of lifting heavy objects without straining one's back. (19 minutes)
 

SAFETY MEETING SERIES IV - FIRE PREVENTION AND HAZARD AWARENESS

Shows employees how fires can end their jobs, some common causes of workplace fires, how to eliminate fire hazards, and what to do if a fire does break out. Second part is on-the-job scenes that walk employees through some potentially dangerous situations. It reveals how to spot safety hazards and the best corrective action for some common threats to safety. (22 minutes)
 

SALVAGE

Shows how building and contents are salvaged, including the folding and throwing of covers. Emphasizes protection of public/ private property. (15 minutes)
 

SALVAGE AND OVERHAUL OPERATIONS

Shows effective, practical procedures for evacuating water and debris from structures using water chutes, catchalls, and other salvage tools. Also demonstrates methods of detecting and extinguishing hidden fires and performing general overhaul. (30 minutes)
 

SAM'S LESSON IN SCHOOL FIRE DRILLS

SAM, a puppet firefighter, whose name stands for Safety Always Matters. Using familiar tunes, SAM and his puppet friends sing about fire safety in the home and at school. SAM also relates the story of Andy, a young boy who tries to avoid a test by pulling the fire alarm. At Andy's school, SAM and firefighter Jim introduce young viewers to important topics such as: the dangers of false alarms, how to avoid smoke, stop, drop and roll, home fire evacuation, calling "0" and "911", household fire and burn hazards, and making an orderly escape during fire drills. (17 minutes)
 

SELECTING AND APPLYING FIRE STREAMS

Dramatically demonstrates the effects of proper fire stream application. Shows how to predict necessary fire flow, and how to assemble nozzles and appliances to produce different types of fire streams. Includes special nozzles and foam-making appliances. (30 minutes)
 

SILENT WAR: INFECTION CONTROL FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS

This video series is designed to educate students to the dangers that are associated with responding to medical and rescue emergencies that may involve potential exposure to airborne and blood borne diseases. Video sessions are accented with actual live footage.
 

Tape 1:

Why Infection Control is Necessary Communicable vs. infectious, risk behaviors failure to treat, legal/moral/ethical issues, CDC/OSHA/NFPA/DOT requirements.
 

Tape 2:

Understanding Infection Control Infection control terminology, blood borne and airborne modes of transmission, process of exposure, universal precautions vs. body substance isolation.
 

Tape 3:

How to Stay Healthy and Survive Complete analysis of personal protective equipment (PPE) for hands, face and body, baseline medical requirements, health assessments vaccines and screening.
 

Tape 4:

Pre-arrival and On-Scene Infection Control Infection control SOP's, assessing risks, scene survival techniques, PPE, resuscitation safety, emergency scene cleanup.
 

Tape 5:

Post-Emergency Infection Control Methods of decontamination, medical debriefing areas, facility infection control issues, procedures for equipment and vehicle decontamination, medical wastes.
 

Tape 6:

Exposure Follow-Up and Confidentiality Exposure reporting and documentation, steps to exposure verification, responder rights to information, patient and responder confidentiality.
 

SMALL HANDS, BIG FIRES

Alerts viewers about the reality of child fire-setting. Gives information on behavioral symptoms, and how to distinguish between curious, troubled, delinquent, and severely disturbed fire-setters. Suggestions are given by leading experts on methods of preventing and treating the problem. (12 minutes)
 

SMOKE DETECTORS - SOUND PROTECTION

This video explains the importance of smoke detectors and gives clear information on using detectors properly. Contemporary graphics and typical scenarios illustrate: the types of smoke detectors available; how to choose the right detector; how to install detectors; and how to maintain detectors. (12 minutes)
 

SMOKEY'S FIRE SAFETY TIPS

Is a dramatized educational film for young children kindergarten through third grade. Children are taught the dangers and consequences of playing with matches when a fun outing for a group of adventurous kids becomes a valuable lesson in fire safety. (10 minutes)
 

SURVIVING HAZMAT

This video will train students in hazmat response to a complete understanding of the material.
 

TANKER OPERATIONS - PRE-FIRE PLANNING

Describes how to evaluate structures within a rural jurisdiction, identify primary and secondary water sources, map alarm assignments, and plan for equipment compatibility. (30 minutes)
 

TANKER OPERATIONS - TANKER EVOLUTIONS

This video will cover fire flow demand, factors affecting tanker shuttle cycle time, tanker delivery rate, and maximizing delivery efficiency. (30 minutes)
 

TANKER OPERATIONS - TANKER FUNCTIONS AND CONSTRUCTION

This video covers tanker functions, types of tankers, and construction features. (30 minutes)
 

TESTING WATER SYSTEMS

Demonstrates testing fire flow capacity of single and multiple hydrants. Hydrant maintenance, inspection, and testing. (30 minutes)
 

THE BIRTHDAY GIFT THAT BEEPED

This video teaches young people valuable information about smoke detectors, including: the importance of keeping fresh batteries in smoke detectors; the importance of checking smoke detector batteries once a week and replacing them at least once a year; how to make a safe escape if the smoke detector alarm sounds; and the importance of keeping smoke detectors clean. (17 minutes)
 

THE FIRST FIRE - FIREFIGHTER SAFETY AND SURVIVAL SERIES

The excitement and anticipation of the unknown you feel as you experience your first fire are recreated as Capt. Fornell takes a new firefighter into his or her first fire, explaining step by step, survival techniques ands safe attack methods. Will demonstrate to the viewer the simple and safe means of attacking an interior fire including: Staying below the heat and smoke, coordination with other members of the team, the difference between direct and indirect attack, and survival and safety tips. (20 minutes)
 

THE FIRST FIRE - PIKE POLES AND HOOKS

Captain Fornell presents the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of hooks. He describes their designs, handles materials and construction and demonstrates in an actual fire building tricks of the trade that will help the rookie and experienced firefighter alike select the proper tools and use it safely and efficiently. Will show the difference and uses of various tools including: The New York Halligan Hook, The San Francisco Prying Hook, The Boston Rake, and The Los Angeles Trash Hook, and The Chicago Patrol Bar. (20 minutes)
 

THE FIRST FIRE - SMOOTH-BORE NOZZLES

Captain Fornell shows the differences as well as the advantages of using these nozzles in situations including: the team concept of fire attack operations, the importance of each team member, direct and indirect attack concepts, both offensive and defensive operations, and a detailed explanation of nozzle reaction. (20 minutes)
 

THE FIRST FIRE - THE 2 1/2" LINE

Captain Fornell explains the principles of how to flow enough water and describes the methods of calculating needed fire flows using the tested Iowa Formula. He will show the viewer how to move big water more efficiently and safely including: determining needed flow rates, getting enough hose to the right spot, nozzle selection, and methods of hose packing that will reduce fire ground stress. (20 minutes)
 

THE MYSTERY OF THE HOME HOT SPOTS

This video is to teach young children about common fire and burn hazards in and around their homes. It covers ten common hazards: space heaters, overloaded outlets, hot water, appliances near water, playing in the kitchen, hot foods, matches and lighters, fireplaces, cigarettes and barbecue pits. This program can trigger discussions of other hazards not covered in the film, and those pertaining to a particular home environment or area of the country. (16 minutes)
 

THIS IS YOUR FIRE DEPARTMENT

This is a high impact public relations program that provides you with a powerful tool to promote your fire department.
 

TRUCK COMPANY - AERIAL APPARATUS

In this program e discuss different types of aerial apparatus and some of their uses on the fire ground including: general maintenance tips, positioning and stabilizing, working from the tip, tactical considerations, aerial rescue procedures, ventilation, and elevated master streams and portable standpipes. (30 minutes)
 

TRUCK COMPANY - FORCIBLE ENTRY

Program will stress safe, forcible entry during heavy fire conditions, including: tools & equipment, conventional entry for residential operations, through-the-lock forcible entry, techniques for high-security locks, and forcible entry for commercial occupancies, and tactical considerations for forcible entry. (30 minutes)
 

TRUCK COMPANY - PORTABLE LADDERS

This lesson will introduce you to different types of portable ladders, including: construction characteristics, carries, raises, tactical deployment considerations, and ladder care & maintenance. (30 minutes)
 

TRUCK COMPANY - TRUCK COMPANY OPERATIONS

This program concentrates on the organization and fire ground duties of a truck company. Topics include: tools and equipment, the role of truck company members, different types of apparatus, ways to organize the apparatus, the "inside-outside" approach, tactical priorities, and truck company for rescue operations. (30 minutes)
 

TRUCK COMPANY - VENTILATION

Truck companies have many vital jobs at the fire scene. This program covers safe methods to accomplish effective ventilation on a fire involved building including: ventilation tools and equipment, positive-pressure ventilation, negative-pressure ventilation, vertical and horizontal methods for ventilation, strategy and tactics, residential ventilation procedures, and commercial ventilation procedures. (30 minutes)
 

UNPLUGGED BRENNAN & BRUNO

Chief Tom Brennan and Chief Alan Brunacini bring down the house as they destroy the "East vs. West" stereotypes. These two fire service luminaries engage in a tailboard one-on-one about leadership, the future, and important issues of the day. Benefit from their experience and learn from their fast-moving wisdom and wit as these two outstanding educators just sit in the firehouse kitchen "talking' fire." (45 minutes)
 

USING AND MAINTAINING SCBA

Demonstrates correct procedures for donning and doffing; shows how to change cylinders at an emergency scene; presents inspection and maintenance tasks; and explains safety precautions for using SCBA in emergency situations. (18 minutes)
 

VEHICLE FIRES

Designed to teach responders how to confidently control vehicle fire hazards. Step-by-step live-action demonstrations emphasize how to access the fire scene, properly spot the apparatus, control area traffic, size up the situation, implement search and rescue operations, extinguish the fire, and execute overhaul operations, and much more. (35 minutes)
 

VENTILATION

Live footage covers principles of ventilation in fire suppression. Shows safely how to cut holes in roofs and floors, break glass, and protect against back draft explosion. (30 minutes)
 

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS: THE UNBREED

An exciting moving program about individuals who risk their lives fighting fires without recognition. Talks to volunteers about their reasons for joining, their attitudes about the fire service and coping with the loss of a fellow firefighter. An outstanding tool for fund raising, recruiting, community awareness, etc. (18 minutes)
 

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER: A BREED APART

(6 videos) The objective is to provide: a genuine appreciation for the importance of volunteers and volunteerism in the fire department delivery system; a successful approach to training volunteers; an understanding of the volunteer recruitment process; leadership skills and techniques; ways to motivate volunteers; and ideas on incentive programs. Will teach students how to successfully recruit, train, motivate, and maintain volunteer fire departments. It is perfect for group or self-study.
 

WARRIORS OF THE FLAMES

This video is good for recruitment. (4 minutes)
 

WATCH WHAT YOU HEAT: PREVENT HOME FIRES

Emphasizes the advantages that can be gained by conducting a Home Hot Spot Inspection. By correcting all the potential fire hazard areas in and outside the home and practicing fire prevention on a daily basis, families can greatly reduce the risk of becoming another fire statistic. (15 minutes)
 

WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

A practical examination identifying the primary components of water systems, including source, movement, and distribution. (30 minutes)
 

WHEN FIRE STRIKES... A VIDEO GUIDE FOR COMMERCIAL KITCHEN EMPLOYEES

This video discusses: employee attitude, prevention, reaction, first aid for burns, smoking materials and fire safety, pre-fire planning, exit drills, how to report a fire, what to do if you're trapped, assisting people with disabilities, evacuation in a manual wheelchair, & other important factors employees should know. (15 minutes)
 

WHEN IN DOUBT, CALL A FIREFIGHTER

Used by fire prevention officials educating laymen and about what to do if a fire breaks out in the home or office. The program details under what circumstances some fires can be safely handled by a non-expert, and what to do when such fires break out. The emphasis is on the firefighter's expertise in handling potentially dangerous situations; therefore, the program stresses the importance of knowing when to get out and call the experts. (10 minutes)
 

WILDLAND FIRES

Shows wild land fires in Southern California, Yellowstone National Park and other areas. Explains how the Incident Command System works and the use of computers and satellite technology to give vital information. (57 minutes)