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Hooks and Hoses: Fire Service Myths Debunked

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Hooks and Hoses: Fire Service Myths Debunked

In this episode of Hooks and Hoses, Eric Dreiman tackles some of the most persistent myths in the fire service—practices handed down through generations, but outdated by today’s building materials, synthetic fuel loads, and firefighting science. Drawing on decades of experience and recent research, Dreiman explains why saying, “we’ve always done it this way” no longer suffices. He covers everything from the dangers of lightweight construction to the importance of clean gear in cancer prevention, coordinated ventilation, targeted search tactics, and the realities of interior versus exterior firefighting. This episode challenges listeners to question old assumptions, balance tradition with modernity, and prioritize coordination on the fireground. Firefighter safety, efficiency, and victim survival must hinge on evolving tactics—while still respecting the fire service’s legacy.

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Hooks and Hoses: Fire Service Myths Debunked

In this episode of Hooks and Hoses, Eric Dreiman tackles some of the most persistent myths in the fire service—practices handed down through generations, but outdated by today’s building materials, synthetic fuel loads, and firefighting science. Drawing on decades of experience and recent research, Dreiman explains why saying, “we’ve always done it this way” no longer suffices. He covers everything from the dangers of lightweight construction to the importance of clean gear in cancer prevention, coordinated ventilation, targeted search tactics, and the realities of interior versus exterior firefighting. This episode challenges listeners to question old assumptions, balance tradition with modernity, and prioritize coordination on the fireground. Firefighter safety, efficiency, and victim survival must hinge on evolving tactics—while still respecting the fire service’s legacy.

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