In this article, we will touch upon what the multi-purpose nozzle is, how it works, when you will use it, and why. As the word “multipurpose” indicates, this special type of nozzle is a two-in-one combination of a smooth bore and a fog nozzle. In other words, it has the benefits of a smooth bore,…
Building code as we know it today did not exist in the United States until the 1870s when the fire protection equipment differed greatly among cities. After thorough research on fire codes, stringent manufacturing standards were set and soon altered the firefighting landscape completely. Nonetheless, the language used in the codes is still fabricated with…
To fight a structure fire, a continuous water supply is a crucial factor in the success of the operation plans and crew safety. When conducting a forward-lay operation, the firefighters at the hydrant is key to the water supply and must do everything right and quick to ensure the success of the fireground operations. Hydrants…
Clyde McMillan, founder of Task Force Tips (TFT) allegedly designed the first automatic nozzle on a napkin in 1968 and constructed it in his basement in 1971. Clyde McMillan was the chief of the Gary (IN) Fire Task Force, a volunteer fire company established to provide professional assistance for the municipal fire department in Gary,…
As compared to other firefighting agents, water is considered the most common and best due to its plentifulness and inexpensiveness of resources. Many believe that water is also an effective means of combating heat and flame in fire zones. Despite all the advantages, water does have its limitations, too. For instance, in many areas water…