Ops Posts

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Fire Flow Calculation – What It Means, Quick Estimation Methods, and Training Scenarios

A practical guide to fire flow: what “needed fire flow” means, how to estimate demand quickly, and how to turn a number into realistic decisions (attack package, water supply, and pump ops). Includes training scenarios and links to the Fire Flow Calculator and friction-loss tools.

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Fire Hose Friction Loss Explained – Quick Method, Worked Examples & Pump Ops Cheat Sheet

A practical friction loss guide for firefighters: what friction loss is, how to calculate it fast, common coefficient values, worked examples for 1.75" and 2.5", and how to turn the math into real pump decisions (PDP, NP, and appliance loss). Includes a quick cheat sheet and links to training calculators.

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Hydrant Finder Guide – Build a First-Due Hydrant Plan (Primary/Secondary) + Field Verification Checklist

A practical guide to using Hydrant Finder for preplans and first-due water supply decisions: how to scan an area, choose realistic hydrant options, plan primary/secondary supply, and verify hydrants in the field. Includes common pitfalls and links to related water-supply tools.

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Hydrant Finder (Map) – Find Fire Hydrants Near You for Preplans, Water Supply & Engine Ops

Use Hydrant Finder to locate nearby fire hydrants on a map, build preplans, and make smarter water supply decisions. Includes a fast workflow, field verification checklist, common pitfalls, and quick links to popular states and countries.

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SCBA Air Time Calculator – Why Air Management Matters (RMV, Reserve Pressure) + Brand Links

A practical guide to SCBA air management: how air time estimates work, why RMV and reserve pressure matter, and how to use the SCBA Air Time Calculator for training, pre-plans, and crew briefings. Includes quick links for MSA, Dräger, 3M Scott, Honeywell, Interspiro, Spasciani, and Ocenco.

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SCBA Air Time Calculator – Air Management, RMV, Reserve Pressure + Brand Pages (MSA, Dräger, Scott, Honeywell, Interspiro, Spasciani, Ocenco)

A practical SCBA air management guide: how air time estimates work, why RMV and reserve pressure matter, and how to use the SCBA Air Time Calculator for training and crew briefings. Includes quick links to major SCBA brands for faster, consistent planning.