Dan Shaw, Clark Lamping, Daryl Liggins, Jimmy Davis, Steve Robertson, and Mike Dugan

Setting Up Your Equipment for Success, Part 2

Mike Dugan, Clark Lamping, and the rest of the panel continue their discussion on firefighting equipment. This month they are joined by Steve Robertson of the Columbus (OH) Division of Fire to talk engine company operations.
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The Invisible Threat: A New Look at Fire Smoke, PPE Contamination, and the Future of Firefighter Health

Firefighters face evolving hazards from high-energy batteries, necessitating a reevaluation of PPE performance under arc flash conditions, highlighting the need for specialized testing and training.
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PPE Reimagined: Design Challenges, Field Realities, and New Directions

Firefighters face evolving hazards from high-energy batteries, necessitating a reevaluation of PPE performance under arc flash conditions, highlighting the need for specialized testing and training.
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The Hidden Pressures on ISPs and Why Fire Officers Should Pay Attention

Firefighters face evolving hazards from high-energy batteries, necessitating a reevaluation of PPE performance under arc flash conditions, highlighting the need for specialized testing and training.
12 min read
Bill Gustin slide on fire hose loads Humpday Hangout

Humpday Hangout: Setting Up Your Equipment for Success

Clark Lamping and other members of the panel discuss firefighting equipment and hose loads, reviewing what works and does not work for various departments and why. 
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Five Life Sentences for Driver in Fatal OK Fire Truck Crash

An Oklahoma woman was sentenced to five life terms for manslaughter in a crash involving a fatal Tulsa fire truck. She is also suing the city for damages related to the incident.
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The Hidden Complexity Behind Product Certification for Personal Protective Equipment

As innovation continues and complexity increases, the role of certification with regard to firefighter PPE becomes more critical.
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Products/Services/Media: December 2025

Check out some firefighting products and services showcased in the December 2025 issue of Fire Engineering.
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The BLADE Advantage: Smarter Water, Less Fatigue

Firefighters need every tactical advantage they can get. By examining the fire suppression model comprehensively, we can see the necessary benefits of proper line selection.
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