· GENERAL/FIRE PREVENTION
* NEW FM Global Fighting fire in Sprinklered Buildings - CD, 3 hours
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Instructor Guide
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Student Guide
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Completion certificate generator
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Evaluation form
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Registration form
* NEW FIRE CORPS - DVD - Citizens Helping Fire & EMS -
* NEW FIRE CORPS - DVD - Fire Corps Liability Guide, Managing the Unexpected in Fire Corps
Activities- This guide addresses liability concerns when implementing a Fire Corps program, provides tools and templates to help overcome such barriers, and suggests actions to minimize liability and pay for liability that does occur.
* NEW FIRE CORPS - DVD - Resource Guide
A CAUSE FOR ALARM - 1/2" VHS, 10 minutes
A Firefighter's Guide to Telephone Central Offices and Equipment. Designed to prepare Fire Officers and Firefighters to deal with complex problems involving specialized equipment in case of fire or other emergencies.
A TYPICAL DAY: WOMEN IN THE FIRE SERVICE - 35mm slide/cassette
The United States Fire Administration put this program together in order to address some of the myths pertaining to women in the fire service. A script is also provided and details how a woman can have input and impact in today's fire service.
BURN WISE -
22 minutes
A public education video covering the causes of burns, types of burns, the effects of burns, and the treatment of burns. The major theme is burn prevention.
CALLING THE MAYDAY: HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR FIREFIGHTERS – CD – U.S. Fire Administraiton/National Fire ACademy
CAIRNS IRIS, WHAT YOU NEED TO SEE - CAIRNS - 1/2” VHS, 33 minutes
This video contains news program clips of two fire departments testing the thermal imaging system. It also contains corporate video promoting their system.
CIRRUS AIRFRAME PARACHUTE SYSTEM – DVD, 15 minutes
An Advisory DVD for First Responders. This DVD explains what the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System is, it’s components, how it functions, and the hazards that first responders face when they arrive at the scene of an emergency involving a CAPS equipped aircraft.
CONNECTICUT FIRE ACADEMY – DVD – Designed to promote a State of the Art Training Facility
COOKING FIRE SAFETY - Watch What You Heat - Firesafetymedia.com - DVD, 13 minutes
This video presents a detailed look at how to prevent fires and other accidents in your kitchen.
FIREFIGHTER LIFE SAFETY INITIATIVES RESOURCE KIT – DVD
Program provides further opportunities to participate in the most important mandate to ever face the fire service: to prevent, whenever possible, firefighter line-of-duty injuries and deaths www.everybodygoeshome.com
FIRE CORPS - DVD - Achieve More with Fire Corps
FIREPOWER - NFPA - 1/2” VHS, 17 minutes
Shows the speed and destructive force of fire, and the difference automatic sprinklers can make. You’ll see how quickly a trash can fire spreads through the house, making escape nearly impossible. Demonstrates the rapid movement of thick smoke and intense heat ahead of the flames.
FIRE SAFETY IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES - 35 mm slide/cassette program, all units 12-13 minutes
This four part program trains health care facility personnel to deal with emergency fire situations. Each unit can be used separately or as a complete program.
UNIT 1 - "FIRE SAFETY: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY"
Presentation discusses why fire safety is everyone's responsibility on the hospital staff. Reviews the following:
- fire hazards at hospitals
- need for training
- importance of the fire safety plan
- how planning helps avoid tragedy
- fire prevention as a priority
- fire triangle/classes of fire
- basic fire extinguisher operation
UNIT 2 - "FIRE PREVENTION"
This unit defines fire hazard and fire prevention. Reviews the following:
- exits and why not to block
- location/operation of fire alarms/extinguishers
- smoking safety
- electrical safety
- flammable/combustible liquids
- blocked sprinkler heads
UNIT 3 - "FIRE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES"
This unit discusses various aspects of emergency procedures such as:
- fire emergency plan
- exits
- alarm boxes
- drills
- reporting fires
- assessing the situation
- life safety first
- keeping hallways clear
- shutting down oxygen
- evacuation
UNIT 4: "FIRE EVACUATION PROCEDURES"
Evacuation procedures are covered in detail. Stresses evacuation as a last resort. Reviews the following:
- must have fire safety plan
- need for practice
- horizontal vs. vertical evacuation
- drags/carries
- order priority for evacuation
HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY PREPARADNESS AND RESPONSE – CD – Produced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration http://www.osha.gov/
*NEW - HOW TO BUILD A BETTER FIRE DEPARTMENT - DVD
Inspiring others on the cusp of change - Mike Lipkin - FRI 2007
HIGHWAY WATCH – DVD – Highway Watch Training Program Video
LIFE STAR – CD – Landing Zone Protocal
MAKING A CASE FOR LIFE SAFETY SPRINKLERS - OLS - 1/2” VHS, 11 minutes
Produced by Operation Life Safety, this video explains the need for and the benefits of a residential fire sprinkler system.
MAKING OF A FIREFIGHTER, THE - FDNY - 1/2” VHS, 17 minutes
A documentary chronicling the recruit training received by New York City firefighters.
MANAGEMENT: A BURNING ISSUE! - J. B. Productions - 35mm slide/cassette, 22 minutes
The program discusses the human and economic losses caused by industrial fires. Common fire hazards are outlined as well as the basic methods of automatic and manual fire protection. Management's role and obligation in setting-up a fire protection plan is stressed as well as the importance of involving the local fire department in pre-fire planning and detection.
*NEW - ON WATCH - DVD
CPTV Volunteer - A - Thon
PHOENIX EMS - 35mm slide/cassette
This slide/tape presentation shows the Phoenix Fire Department at work. A lesson in how improvements can be made with a dispatching network at it relates to EMS is provided.
PRO BOARD FIRE SERVICE CERTIFICATION – DVD
Why Certification is important to every Fire Fighter.
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY FIRE SAFETY - THE IDEA BANK - 1/2” VHS, 15 minutes
A fire safety training program for employees and managers at every type of facility where the public gathers. Shows employees how to assist customers and visitors in an emergency. Topics include crowd management, keeping exits clear and unblocked, assisting people with disabilities, maintenance of fire safety systems, emergency lighting, and fire exit drills.
SCHOOL BUS SECURITY: A 21ST CENTURY APPROACH - Rural Law Enforcement Center - DVD
SCHOOL CRIME OPERATIONS PACKAGE (School COP) - National Institue of Justice - DVD
"A Critical Incident: What to do in the first 20 minutes"
SURVIVE! FIRE IN YOUR HOME - NFPA - 1/2” VHS, 14 minutes
A forceful demonstration of fire’s amazing power, it is the story of a fire safety campaign started by a firefighter who brings the lifeless body of a child out of a burning structure, and his colleagues who together try to prevent needless fire tragedy from striking again.
TEAM UP for FIRE SAFETY - SYNDISTAR - DVD, 14 minutes
This video steps viewers through the basics of home fire prevention and fire escape.
TEN CONES OF HIGHWAY SAFETY – CD – produced by VFIS and respondersafety.com
THEY ARE NOT ALONE - VFIS - 1/2” VHS
Explains the activities of the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation and the events of the Annual Memorial Weekend. Includes the 1992 roll call of fallen firefighters.
THIRTEENTH ANNUAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL SERVICE - 1/2” VHS
Documents the ceremonies of the 13th annual fallen firefighters memorial service.
TRIBUTE TO HEROES – ½” VHS – A Public Service Announcement from the United States Fire Administration
My Dad (English) :30 min
My Mom (English) :30 min
My Dad (Spanish) :30 min
My Mom (Spanish) :30 min
*NEW - YOUR SAFETY ON THE LINE - DVD
Connecticut Light and Power safety video for emergency workers and contractors.
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER, THE: A BREED APART - 1/2" VHS
This is a series of six video modules which address the concerns of volunteers who wish to attract, train, and retain volunteer members. A guidebook accompanies the videos. Chief Jack Snook hosts this program.
Module I - Winning With Volunteers: A Fire Service Tradition - 1 hour
Using case studies, this video suggests alternative methods of attracting volunteers to your organization. Also discussed is how to assess the needs of volunteers and how to make a convincing statement for keeping this volunteer tradition alive.
Module II - Recruiting - 1 hour
This video addresses how to identify the volunteers you require? What are their needs? The video shows marketing strategies that sell your department to potential volunteers and recruiting techniques that make people want to join.
Module III - Training For Achievement - 45 minutes
This video discusses managing and instructing training programs for volunteers. Tools for developing and evaluating successful programs.
Module IV - Supervising & Leading Volunteers Effectively: A Dynamic Process - 45 minutes
This video discusses management issues such as, communications, leadership style, dealing with negative attitudes and positive discipline.
Module V - Motivation: Growth Through Participation - 1 hour
This video discusses methods and opportunities for motivation.
Module VI - Incentives For A Volunteer: Rewarding Successful People - 45 minutes
Incentives/rewards that motivate people to succeed are discussed. In addition, compensation and fundraising activities that provide for the future of the fire department.
WHAT IF NO ONE ANSWERED THE CALL - PRUDENTIAL - 1/2” VHS
A Prudential Television Production, this tape is designed to assist fire departments in recruiting volunteers.
WHEN FIRE STRIKES: GET OUT! STAY OUT! - Fox Pro Media - DVD, 17 minutes
This video uses real-life accounts from burn victims to illustrate the dangers of fire in the home.
WILDLAND/URBAN INTERFACE FIRE PROTECTION - 1/2" VHS, 46 minutes
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WORLD TRADE CENTER DISASTER - FDNY - 1/2” VHS, 30 minutes
A documentary of the