There are a variety of aspects to being an effective pumper operator, and this special edition of the Fire Engineering e-Newsletter takes a look at a few of them: Jeff Cotner has a  complete primer on the application of Class "A"foam, including an archive of his recent Webcast on the subject; Jeff Welle has an article on things to keep in mind while drafting; and Ray McCormack writes about improving engine company operations. There's also a new drill and related Corbett's Trivia question.
– Pete Prochilo, Online Editor
EXCLUSIVE PUMP OPERATIONS ARTICLES
Things You Should Know Before Buying an Engine With Class "A"Foam
(by Jeff Cotner)
In the market for an apparatus with Class "A" foam? Jeff Cotner has a list of things to keep in mind when researching and training with foam.
Class "A" Foam 101: Questions & Answers
(by Jeff Cotner)
Answers to participants' questions from the December 2007 webcast, "Class A Foam 101: Structural Firefighting."
Input Equals Output
(by Ray McCormack)
There are many variables which will complicate engine company operations, but intelligent training can raise your crew's game. Ray McCormack shares his thoughts on making your engine company more effective.
Drafting Confidence
(by Jeff Welle)
Drafting failures are usually the result of operator error, but confidence is easily attained with training. Jeff Welle reviews the main tactical considerations that impact drafting operations.
 WEBCAST ARCHIVE
Class A Foam 101: Structural Firefighting
Jeff Cotner's Webcast covers effective use of Class A foam, including the application rates/proportioning systems/compressed air foam systems (CAFS) and the different nozzles used. Sign up and watch this free online presentation.
PUMP OPERATIONS DRILL
Top Responsibilities of the Pumper Operator
(by Forest Reeder)
Each pumper operator must be able to be proficient and able to perform the following tasks in order to fulfill the Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) of pumper operator.
CORBETT'S PUMP OPERATIONS TRIVIA
What is the primary operational difference between a centrifugal pump and a rotary pump?
For the answer, visit here.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
2008 National Campus Fire Safety Month Launched With Immediate Results
The fourth-annual 2008 National Campus Fire  Safety Month campaign was launched on January 2 and, within days, governors from Pennsylvania, Maine, and North Carolina issued proclamations designating September as Campus Fire Safety Month.
Student Recruitment For Management of Emergency Medical Services
The United States Fire Administration is conducting a pilot class at the National Emergency Training Center for its newly revised course, P150 - Management of Emergency Medical Services.
Nominations Being Accepted For CFSI's Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award
The Congressional Fire Services Institute is now accepting nominations for the Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award, which recognizes individual leadership in advancing fire and life safety initiatives.
EVENTS
Visit the FDIC Events Web site for information on:
- FDIC 2008 Indianapolis: April 7-12, 2008
JANUARY-FEBRUARY EVENTS
- January 26 2008, Benefit Educational Symposium: Truck & Rescue Operations, Stamford Professional Fire Fighters, Stamford, CT United States
- January 26-27 2008, 13th Annual Jackson Fire Expo, North Canton, OH United States
- February 2 2008, Ice Rescue Technician Course, Lifesaving Resources, Harrisville, NH United State
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