FIREGROUND: Drafting basics
FIREGROUND: Drafting basics
Nov 13, 2013
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The Daviess County Fire Department has been training on drafting operations. Drafting is the process of using a pump to draw water from a static source, such as a farm pond or lake. In many rural areas of the county, hydrants are not readily available or provide insufficient flow to fight a large structure fire. Drafting can be a critical part of the water supply strategy. Lieutenant Ronnie Bobo, Engineer Will McCrady, and Firefighter Warren Goetz demonstrate the process, representing the Airpor
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The Daviess County Fire Department has been training on drafting operations. Drafting is the process of using a pump to draw water from a static source, such as a farm pond or lake. In many rural areas of the county, hydrants are not readily available or provide insufficient flow to fight a large structure fire. Drafting can be a critical part of the water supply strategy. Lieutenant Ronnie Bobo, Engineer Will McCrady, and Firefighter Warren Goetz demonstrate the process, representing the Airpor
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💧 DRAFTING FROM A POND: What's one tip you'd give a probie? Rural water supply takes practice. The pond or creek isn't the problem, an unprepared crew is. Strainer? Intake valve? Hose position? Clog prevention? Engine positioning? They all matter when you're drafting. Featured in the video: 🟡 Floating Low-Level Strainer 🔴 Jumbo Intake Valve 👉 Let's get the conversation going! Share your best firefighting tip in the comments. | Task Force Tips
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💧 DRAFTING FROM A POND: What's one tip you'd give a probie? Rural water supply takes practice. The pond or creek isn't the problem, an unprepared crew is. Strainer? Intake valve? Hose position? Clog prevention? Engine positioning? They all matter when you're drafting. Featured in the video: 🟡 Floating Low-Level Strainer 🔴 Jumbo Intake Valve 👉 Let's get the conversation going! Share your best firefighting tip in the comments. | Task Force Tips
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🚒🔧 Optimizing Drafting Operations with the Right Fittings 🔧🚒 When it comes to setting up your firefighting rig for efficient drafting operations, choosing the right equipment is crucial. Andy Soccodato, a drafting expert, shares some invaluable tips on how to customize your setup for optimal performance. 🎥🔥 👨‍🚒 "If you're involved in a lot of drafting operations, consider opting for a rig equipped with a 5-inch Storz fitting or a 6-inch male thread," advises Andy. These options not only
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🚒🔧 Optimizing Drafting Operations with the Right Fittings 🔧🚒 When it comes to setting up your firefighting rig for efficient drafting operations, choosing the right equipment is crucial. Andy Soccodato, a drafting expert, shares some invaluable tips on how to customize your setup for optimal performance. 🎥🔥 👨‍🚒 "If you're involved in a lot of drafting operations, consider opting for a rig equipped with a 5-inch Storz fitting or a 6-inch male thread," advises Andy. These options not only
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Fire apparatus pumping: static water sources
Fire apparatus pumping: static water sources
Sep 18, 2019
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Draft training with the brush truck utilizing St 33's back pond. Over the next couple weeks our probationary firefighter will have to figure out a different ways to water the trees with the pond water. A fun way to teach new hires problem solving. #orangecityfd #firefighting #drafting #florida #iaff #orangecityfiredept | The Professional Firefighters of Orange City - IAFF Local 5375
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Draft training with the brush truck utilizing St 33's back pond. Over the next couple weeks our probationary firefighter will have to figure out a different ways to water the trees with the pond water. A fun way to teach new hires problem solving. #orangecityfd #firefighting #drafting #florida #iaff #orangecityfiredept | The Professional Firefighters of Orange City - IAFF Local 5375
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