There are several significant tasks that must be done within the first few minutes after the fire department arrives on the scene of a working structure fire. One of these tasks includes forcible ...

“If you cannot get in you can save anyone. What are your patrol capabilities of forcible entry?” These are the first two things I say and ask when I teach or lecture on this topic. The response in ...

OBJECTIVE: Given an acquired junk vehicle and tools and equipment carried by the department, the rescuer will develop alternative techniques for forcing entry on a closed and latched vehicle hood.

Review all things forcible entry with these articles from our FireRescue Magazine and FirefighterNation contributors. Today we look at modifying the Halligan bar with Sam Hittle. “Fire Department of ...

DELAFIELD -- With multiple calls a day, first responders need the best equipment and training possible to try and save lives. FOX6 takes a look into how many get the training needed to force entry ...

In previous articles, we talked about the duties of both the first- and second-due truck company. In this article, we’ll shift gears and focus on a particular truck company duty: forcible entry. As ...

Foundation leaders, local Dickey’s owner, and community members came together to celebrate first responders on July 22, 2025 · GlobeNewswire Inc. “Supporting first responders is at the heart of our ...

OAK ISLAND, NC (WECT) - When a fire breaks out, emergency officials need to be able to get into homes and buildings as quickly as possible. After a long day of training, firefighters in Oak Island are ...

As homeowners and business owners secure their properties with sophisticated locks and security systems, area firefighters need to learn how to get inside during an emergency. Clark County Fire & ...

BROUSSARD, La. (KLFY) — The Broussard Fire Department was gifted a new door to open up enhanced training opportunities for area firefighters. The door is one among 15 Wood’s Forcible Entry training ...

BROCKTON – A group of recruits and active firefighters in Brockton seized a rare chance to practice forcible entry into a building on Wednesday, using a former department store on Main Street that is ...