An essential part of fire safety is making sure that everyone in your home knows how to get out of the house in case of a fire. If you don’t already have a fire escape plan for your family, you should make one as soon as possible. As a former Raleigh NC firefighter, Keith Sanders is passionate about giving back to the community and educating people about fire safety. Today he … [Read more...] about How To Make A Fire Escape Plan For Your Home
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5 Basic Fire Prevention Rules
No one ever wants to be in a situation where they have to escape their home in case of a fire. However, there are many people who do not take basic fire prevention steps in their homes. Fires in the home can start when you least expect them. In the United States, there are 358,300 house fires on average every year. Keith Sanders is an active volunteer and former firefighter … [Read more...] about 5 Basic Fire Prevention Rules
What Is The Fire Triangle?
Fires can happen when you least expect them, and it is important for everyone to be prepared so that you have the best chance of staying safe. Understanding how a fire starts and spreads is key to prevention and safety. As someone who is passionate about helping his community, Keith Sanders always knew he wanted to be a firefighter. He served on the Western Wake Fire … [Read more...] about What Is The Fire Triangle?
How Long Are Firefighter Shifts?
Many dream of serving their community by becoming a firefighter. However, the shift pattern for this career is not for everybody. This job is demanding, and the hours are not your typical 9-5. In this blog post, you will learn about shift patterns and how long firefighter shifts are. How Many Hours Do Firefighters Work? Firefighters usually work more hours than many other … [Read more...] about How Long Are Firefighter Shifts?
Everything You Need To Know About Firefighter Endorsements
Becoming a firefighter is not an easy task. You not only need to be physically fit and courageous, you also need certifications and specific skills. One of these qualifications is the firefighter endorsement, but what is it and how do you get one? In this blog post, I will tell you everything you need to know about firefighter endorsements. What is a Firefighter … [Read more...] about Everything You Need To Know About Firefighter Endorsements
