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January/February 2009

Fixed Water-Based Firefighting Systems for Road Tunnels
Parson Brinckerhoff undertook a study to evaluate the effectiveness of FFFS for application in tunnel fires.
The Role of Bomb Technicians in Arson Investigations
While many fire investigators are very good at determining origin and cause, many have little to no experience in dealing with improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and improvised incendiary devices (IIDs).
Using Computers To Determine Fireworks Safety
In 2008, researchers performed a series of ballistics tests to use in determining appropriate separation distances for fireworks displays.
The Upcoming Revolution in SCBA Technology
The self-contained breathing apparatus remains the heaviest and bulkiest part of a firefighter’s personal protective equipment ensemble. This shortcoming is about to change.
 
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