Ask any firefighter who has ever stretched a hose around the staircase for six flights how valuable a standpipe is, and you’ll surely get a hearty endorsement.
In Video #7 : Standpipe Operations, John Norman details :
• The various types of standpipes that are found in buildings today, their intended uses, and how to properly implement them in a fire attack
• The inherent weaknesses of the standpipe water supply, as well as the significance of selecting the appropriate attack stairs
• Proper components for a standpipe kit
The Fire Officer’s Handbook of Tactics Video Series is based on the best-selling book and study guide by John Norman.
Contains live-action footage and 3-D graphics! Narrative shot in High Definition!
