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All manuals, videos and other training aids are available at the Association Office. We also supply National Fire Codes, National Building Codes, Life Safety Codes, NFPA Codes and Propane Codes etc. Please call Marlene Keats at (709) 651-2361 for detailed pricing or you may visit the IFSTA web site for a complete listing of available training material.

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Video cassettes are available only to members of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Fire Chiefs and Firefighters.

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Possession time will be 10 days with 4 days allowed for mailing. When a video cassette is mailed it will be expected back within 14 days.

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Nfld. & Lab. Assoc. of Fire Chiefs and Firefighters
P.O. Box 572 Gander, NF A1V 2E1
or by Fax: (709) 651-4990
Phone: (709) 651-2361

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FIREFIGHTER I SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials - Fourth Edition


HORIZONTAL VENTILATION 18 minutes

Presents the principles and advantages of horizontal, mechanical and hydraulic ventilation. Shows the signs, causes, effects and prevention of backdraft. Demonstrates how to safely and properly set up horizontal ventilation equipment.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 18 minutes

Presents the identification and function of protective clothing used in fireground operations and hazardous materials incidents. Demonstrates correct methods for using and caring for protective clothing as well as the limits of protection.

POWER TOOLS AND LIGHTING EQUIPMENT 17 minutes

Presents safety guidelines for operating power tools used in forcible entry, rescue, and ventilation. Describes two types of portable power supply. Shows how to correctly set up electrical lighting equipment to illuminate an emergency scene.

VERTICAL VENTILATION 19 minutes

Presents various types of common roof construction. Demonstrates the techniques and safety precautions for venting flat and pitched roofs using hand and power tools. Shows how to determine the integrity of a roof system including the basic indicators of potential collapse. Presents the advantages and disadvantages of vertical and trench/strip ventilation.

FIREFIGHTER II SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials - Fourth Edition


FOAM FIRE STREAMS 19 minutes

Identifies the four ways that foam extinguishes or prevents fire. Defines how foam is produced and the characteristics of several common types of foam. Demonstrates how to assemble a foam fire stream system.


FIREFIGHTER I SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials - Third Edition


ADVANCING HOSELINES 20 minutes

Shows how to pull and carry hose from the pumper to the fire location, demonstrates advancing hose lines into final position for applying water, presents how to extend a section of hose and how to retrieve a loose hoseline, and shows methods for operating and controlling medium and large diameter hose. (1993)


BASICS OF VENTILATION 20 minutes

Presents the principles of ventilation and safe procedures to use when ventilating, describes the pros and cons of six types of ventilation and identifies the factors involved in determining the integrity of a roof system. (1993)

FIRE BEHAVIOR 20 minutes

Defines the chemical process of combustion and fire, presents various fire conditions and explains the hazards of each, and demonstrates the concepts of fire behavior that affects fire fighting methods and tactics in structural fires. (1993)

FIRE CONTROL 1 20 minutes

Demonstrates correct initial attack operations in single story occupancies and presents operations in Class A combustibles (exterior and interior), Class B exterior, vehicle fires, and Class A storage container fires. (1993)

FIRE HOSE BASICS 20 minutes

Presents fire hose construction, size, and uses; shows general care and maintenance of fire hose as well as how to prevent damage; identifies hose couplings, hose appliances, and tools; and demonstrates hose roll methods. (1993)

FIRE STREAMS 20 minutes

Presents types of fire streams and the pros and cons of each type, shows types of fire hose nozzles and nozzle use and maintenance, and demonstrates how to prevent water hammer. (1993)

FIREGROUND SAFETY 20 minutes

Presents systems and methods for improving fireground safety, covers standard operating procedures and a personnel accountability system, and demonstrates safety procedures at electrical emergencies. (1993)

FORCIBLE ENTRY 20 minutes

Identifies tools and explains how they should be used and maintained, demonstrates methods of forced entry through three types of doors and three types of windows, and shows how to perform “through the lock” entry on different types of doors. (1993)

HANDLING HOSE 20 minutes

Shows types of hose loads, presents three basic hose lays, and demonstrates methods of coupling and uncoupling hose. (1993)

HANDLING HOSE 20 minutes

Shows types of hose loads, presents three basic hose lays, and demonstrates methods of coupling and uncoupling hose. (1993)

LADDERS 1 20 minutes

Identifies parts and terms, defines basic types and explains how to use each type, and demonstrates basic ladder-handling methods. (1993)

LADDERS 2 20 minutes

Shows correct ladder placement, demonstrates the procedures for raising and climbing ladders, and presents safety procedures when working with ladders. (1993)

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 20 minutes

Identifies types of protective clothing, demonstrates correct methods for the use and care of protective clothing, and explains the limits of protection. (1993)

PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS 20 minutes

Defines the rating system and demonstrates how to select and use correct types of extinguishers. (1993)

ROPES AND KNOTS 20 minutes

Presents types of ropes and explains how to identify them; shows procedures for maintaining, inspecting and storing rope; and demonstrates how to tie a variety of knots (1993)

SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THE FIRE SERVICE 20 minutes

Presents an overview of a firefighter’s safety responsibilities required by NFPA 1001 and 1500 and demonstrates safety procedures and equipment used in the line of duty. (1993)

SALVAGE 20 minutes

Presents the benefits of salvage to the public and the fire department, demonstrates the use of salvage covers, and shows the care and maintenance of salvage equipment. (1993)

SCBA 1 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW 20 minutes

Presents the components, functions, and safety features of various SCBA. explains the limitations of the equipment, and gives an overview of the hazardous environments that require SCBA use. (1993)

SCBA 2 USE AND MAINTENANCE 20 minutes

Demonstrates correct procedures for donning and doffing, shows how to change cylinders at an emergency scene, presents inspection and maintenance tasks, and explains safety precautions for using SCBA in emergency situations. (1993)

VENTILATION PROCEDURES 20 minutes

Demonstrates procedures for performing six types of ventilation and the tools required, shows the cause and effect of backdraft explosions and how to avoid backdraft in ventilation procedures, and presents procedures for negative-pressure and positive-pressure forced ventilation. (1993)

FIREFIGHTERS II SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials Third Edition

ADVANCED VENTILATION TECHNIQUES 20 minutes

Presents the considerations that must be made for location and size of opening, demonstrates how to ventilate a basement, and shows problems encountered when ventilating high-rise buildings. (1993

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 20 minutes

Describes basic structural characteristics of several types of building construction, identifies dangerous building conditions created by fire and fire suppression activities, and explains the indicators of a building collapse. (1993)

FIRE ALARM AND COMMUNICATIONS 20 minutes

Presents methods of receiving alarms from the public, explains how to use communications equipment at the station and on the fireground, and shows how to operate alarm-initiating devices. (1993)

FIRE CAUSE DETERMINATION 20 minutes

Identifies firefighter responsibilities, demonstrates how to identify and preserve evidence of fire cause and origin, and explains basic report writing and what information to include. (1993)

FIRE COMPANY INSPECTIONS 20 minutes

Demonstrates how to conduct pre-fire inspections, identifies common fire hazards, and shows how to inspect fire protection systems. (1993)

FIRE CONTROL 2 20 minutes

Presents information on extinguishing and controlling live fires as required by NFPA 1001 and demonstrates using appropriate protective equipment, firefighting tools, and extinguishing agents to extinguish and control live fires. (1993)

FIRE HOSE APPLIANCES 20 minutes

Shows how to select the proper nozzle and hose for various situations, identifies the correct adapters and appliances to be used in specific fireground situations, and describes and demonstrates the operation of fog and solid stream nozzles. (1993)

FIRE PREVENTION AND PUBLIC FIRE EDUCATION 20 minutes

Shows the principles of fire prevention and public fire education, describes a residential life safety program and a school fire prevention program, and identifies types of chimney and flue fires and the hazards associated with each. (1993)

FOAM FIRE STREAMS 20 minutes

Identifies four ways that foam extinguishes or prevents fires, gives characteristics of several types of foam, and demonstrates how to assemble a foam fire stream system. (1993)

OVERHAUL PROCEDURES 20 minutes

Identifies procedures and safety precautions to follow during overhaul, describes several indicators of structural instability, and demonstrates procedures for restoring premises after fire. (1993)

POWER TOOL OPERATION AND SAFETY 20 minutes

Demonstrates how to operate common hand and power tools used in fire service operations and presents the proper service and maintenance of portable power plants and lighting equipment. (1993)

RESCUE 20 minutes

Describes techniques and safety procedures for various rescue activities and demonstrates the use of several rescue tools on motor vehicles. (1993)

SPRINKLERS 20 minutes

Describes the types and operation of various sprinkler systems, presents sources of water supply for sprinkler systems, and identifies the location and appearance of controls and operating valves. (1993)

WATER SUPPLIES 20 minutes

Identifies and describes the components of a water system, explains the operation of different types of hydrants, and presents how certain conditions can reduce the effectiveness of a hydrant. (1993)

FIREFIGHTER I SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials - Second Edition

FIRE ALARM AND COMMUNICATIONS 26 minutes

Dramatically traces information flow from the reporting of fire through fire response. Shows the correct use of radio procedures, fire signals, multiple alarms and other equipment.

FIRE HOSE AND NOZZLES - PART 1 30 minutes

Clearly demonstrates hoses, adapters, couplers and other equipment used to join and extend hoselines. Also shows how to roll, carry, drag and load hose unto pumpers and demonstrates hose cleaning, repair and inspection

FIRE HOSE AND NOZZLES - PART 2 30 minutes

At a fire scene on ladders, stairways and the ground floor of a building, this demonstration of hose and nozzles uses both dry and charged hose. Shows hookup and advancing the hose to the fire. Covers both individual and team hose handling, emphasizing speed, efficiency and safety.

FIRE SAFETY 20 minutes

Filmed live at the scene of a fire to illustrate safety procedures and dangerous conditions, as well as how to avoid disorientation and how to safely operate equipment.

FIRE STREAMS 20 minutes

Filmed on location to show the use of fire streams in attacking and suppressing Class A and B fires. Demonstrates the proper way to open and close nozzles. Describes water hammer and how to cope with it.

FIRST AID 30 minutes

Shows current emergency first aid procedures, including ways to evaluate a victim and approved techniques for resuscitation, CPR, control of bleeding and treatment for shock.

FORCIBLE ENTRY 15 minutes

Tells the how, why, and when of forcible entry, including the use of typical tools for the job. Carefully explains the responsibility for security arising from forcible entry.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS 30 minutes

Shows the organization of a fire department and its scope of operation as well as the rules and regulations that apply to each firefighter. Positively presents departmental rules, regulations, discipline and teamwork.

INSPECTION - PART 1 30 minutes

Explores the typical causes of fires, showing how inspection can be an important tool for fire prevention and then present the basics of fire prevention inspections.

INSPECTION - PART 2 30 minutes

A lively presentation of the importance of public relations for inspection programs. Also identifies common hazards and shows how to remove them through mutual cooperation. Gives examples of on-site inspections of industrial and residential structures.

LADDERS 30 minutes

Shows crews actually using various types of ladders up to 35’ to move both personnel and equipment. Stresses individual and team effort while demonstrating fire fighting from ladders using hose and other equipment.

PROTECTIVE BREATHING APPARATUS 30 minutes

Live footage shows the use, features, limitations and proper maintenance of protective breathing apparatus.

RESCUE 30 minutes

Shows approved procedures for locating and rescuing people in burning structures. Demonstrates carries, drags, life nets, stretchers, life belts and other rescue equipment and techniques.

ROPES AND KNOTS 20 minutes

Shows how a firefighter uses ropes and knots to secure and hoist personnel and equipment. All knots are clearly demonstrated.

SALVAGE 15 minutes

Goes on scene to show how buildings and contents are salvaged after a fire. Emphasizes protection of public and private property.

SPRINKLERS 15 minutes

Clearly explains the operation of water sprinkler systems, including motor alarms, tapping into sprinkler systems for water supply and opening and closing sprinkler systems..

THE ANATOMY AND BEHAVIOR OF FIRE 25 minutes

Shows vividly how the sides of the fire tetrahedron are linked to the phases of burning, fire spread, flashover, backdraft and the classes of fire.

VENTILATION 30 minutes

Live footage covers principles of ventilation in fire suppression. Shows safely how to cut holes in roofs and floors, break glass and protect against backdraft explosion.

FIREFIGHTER II & III SERIES Based on IFSTA Essentials - Second Edition

ADVANCED RESCUE TECHNIQUES 30 minutes

Dramatically simulates advanced rescue procedures, using a variety of tools, at cave-ins, multi-story structures, and auto accidents. Also demonstrates hydraulic rescue tools and air-lift bags.

ADVANCED VENTILATION TECHNIQUES 30 minutes

An on-scene demonstration of both horizontal and vertical ventilation techniques using power tools. Shows how to determine the location and size of a vent hole, take precautions and safety measures, and minimize damage to property by venting through existing openings.

DEVELOPING FIRE FLOW-HYDRAULICS 30 minutes

Emphasizes the importance of hydraulics in achieving necessary fire flow, and shows how to calculate desired pump discharge pressure for a variety of fireground situations.

FIRE COMPANY INSPECTIONS 30 minutes

Thoroughly shows how to inspect assembly buildings, businesses and schools, using the skills of the fire company. Explains how to develop a system for performing thorough inspections using fire company personnel.

FIREGROUND OPERATIONS 30 minutes

Vividly demonstrates how to assume command of a fire or emergency from first alarm through return to quarters. Explains alarm assignments and shows how to size up a situation, formulate a strategy, implement an attack, and preserve evidence of a fire’s probable cause.
   
FIRST AID FOR BURNS AND FRACTURES 30 minutes

Competently shows advanced first aid procedures for setting bones and treating fractures, controlling internal bleeding, and treating thermal and chemical burns.

INSPECTING AND TESTING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS 30 minutes

Shows how to inspect wet, dry and fixed chemical types of sprinkler systems. Also demonstrates the operation of valves affecting each system and shows how to replace sprinkler heads and reset systems.

LADDERS AND AERIAL APPARATUS 30 minutes

Dramatically demonstrates aerial ladders and apparatus during rescue and fire suppression operations. Also identifies construction materials and load-safety features, and shows how to test ground and aerial ladders.

PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS 30 minutes

Clearly explains how to select and use extinguishers for different types of fires. Types of extinguishers covered include AFFF, dry chemical, carbon dioxide and Halon.

POWER TOOLS AND FORCIBLE ENTRY 30 minutes

Live action demonstrates how to use power tools for entering through doors, windows, roofs, ceilings, floors and other barriers. Emphasizes the proper care and use of tools and stresses the importance of safety and discretion while using these tools at the fireground.

PRE-FIRE PLANNING 30 minutes

Carefully explains pre-fire planning procedures for structures in the community. Identifies key elements of a pre-fire plan and explains their strategic importance.

SALVAGE AND OVERHAUL OPERATIONS 30 minutes

Shows effective, practical procedures for evacuating water and debris from structures using water chutes, catch-alls, and other salvage tools. Also demonstrates methods of detecting and extinguishing hidden fires and performing general overhaul.

SELECTING AND APPLYING FIRE STREAMS 30 minutes

Dramatically demonstrates the effects of proper fire stream application. Shows how to predict necessary fire flow, and how to assemble nozzles and appliances to produce different types of fire streams. Includes special nozzles and foam-making appliances.

TESTING WATER SYSTEMS 30 minutes

A thorough view of the technical aspects of examining and testing water supply systems. Includes demonstrations of how to test and read water flow pressures, and determine discharge capacities for water systems. Also shows how to predict hydrant usability and determine the causes of friction loss in water mains.

USING AND MAINTAINING SCBA’S 30 minutes

An in-depth demonstration showing the operation and maintenance of open circuit and closed circuit breathing apparatus systems. Also covers emergency procedures, air conservation, and buddy breathing.

WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS 30 minutes

A practical examination identifying the primary components of water systems, including source, movement and distribution.

FIRE COMMAND SERIES

This series concentrates on specific element of fireground command, depicting firefighting techniques, tactics and command concepts. Together, all 13 units are a powerful, comprehensive educational tool from which all firefighters-at all levels-can benefit.

Tape 1 - THE FIRE COMMAND SYSTEM
Explains the need for an organized system and describes the role of individuals and units on the fireground. Outlines basic elements of fireground tactical priorities, search and rescue, fire control, apparatus placement, staging, property conservation, fire stream management and safety.

Tape 1- FIREGROUND FACTORS
 
Examines factors the Fireground Commander must consider in developing a plan of attack at fire emergencies. Also discusses visual factors, reconnaissance factors, and pre-fire planning factors such as the role of the fire, building occupancy, life hazards, resources and plan of action.

Tape 2 - TACTICAL PRIORITIES
 
Identifies three separate tactical priorities that must be completed to stabilize a fire situation: rescue, fire control and property conservation. This gives the Fireground Commander a set of functions (what to do), priorities (when to do them) and benchmarks (when a priority has been completed).

Tape 2 - RESCUE
 
Describes rescue procedures to protect occupants, remove those threatened and treat the injured. Explains requirements of primary and secondary search modes and the relationship of good pre-fire plans to a successful rescue operation. Discusses importance of timing and control to support rescue operations.

Tape 3 - FIRE CONTROL, OFFENSIVE ATTACK
 
Shows how determination of strategy depends on fire extent, structural conditions, entry capability, ventilation problems, life hazards and available resources. Describes how aggressive, fast paced interior attacks should be mounted. Details procedures for first arriving companies and management resources for the fireground.

Tape 3 - FIRE CONTROL, DEFENSIVE ATTACK
 
Explains how an exterior attack should be directed toward protecting exposures, stopping the forward progress of the fire and bringing the fire under control. The necessity of writing off lost property, identifying key tactical positions, prioritizing and placing fire streams and determining need for additional resources are also discussed.

Tape 4 - PROPERTY CONSERVATION
 
Relates property conservation to cause determination activities and states why property conservation is important to the Fireground Commander. Also how stop loss activities are implemented and methods for evaluating fire loss, salvage value, personnel and resources.

Tape 4 - FIRE STREAM MANAGEMENT
 
Discusses the tactical effectiveness of hoselines including size, placement, speed, mobility and water supply. Explains the priority for hoseline placement and how it supports rescue activities, achieves fire control and protects exposures.

Tape 5 - SUPPORT ACTIVITIES
 
What support activities assist rescue operations and fire control? Why is ventilation such an important tool for effective operations? Why is it important to provide access to an involved structure? How important is timing and communications? These and other questions related to support activities are discussed in this unit.

Tape 5 - STAGING AND APPARATUS PLACEMENT
 
Outlines standard procedures for first arriving units and discusses staging areas, movement of apparatus during operations, tactical positions and the placement of pumpers at hydrants to reduce traffic congestion and confusion. Explains how apparatus placement allows the Fireground Commander to expand operations with later arriving companies.
 
Tape 6 - COMMAND PROCEDURES
 
The need for decisive early action, establishment of command and the orderly transfer of command are all topics covered in this program. Also explained are the requirements of the initial report, radio designation, the use of response cards and fireground etiquette.

Tape 6 - SECTORING AND COMPANY FUNCTIONS
 
Describes the standard system of dividing the fireground into smaller areas or sectors. Explains how sectoring provides for better control of operating units, how and why sectors are set up and the role and function of sector officers. The standard functions for engine companies, ladder companies and rescue companies are also discussed.
 
Tape 7 - COMMUNICATIONS
 
Explains the basic and vital functions of good communications in successful fire operations. Information is provided on radio procedures, emergency traffic, arrival reports, progress reports and all-clear reports.
 
Tape 8 - FIRE COMMAND IN ACTION
 
Fire Command in Action takes you to the fire scene of a fire, so you can experience every phase of a typical command scenario from dispatch to decommitment. Used in conjunction with the Fire Command Series, Textbook and Workbook, this film makes a perfect introduction and conclusion to the training course.
 
THE CARBUSTERS SERIES

PRINCIPLES OF EXTRICATION 35 minutes

With a focus on safety and reducing the time it takes to perform the extrication, this video offers the basics including the team approach, vehicle anatomy, terminology, air bag restraints and the Golden Hour.

TECHNIQUES OF EXTRICATION 35 minutes

This video stresses the various options available for safe removal, and deals with stabilization, removing glass and doors, handling roof flaps, dash lifts, and 3rd door conversions.

HAND TOOLS AND PNEUMATICS 35 minutes

When patients can’t wait for power tools, you need to know how to perform complete extrication with hand tools. This tape covers come-alongs, pneumatic tools, airbags, jacks, small hand tools, and how to evaluate which tools to use.

TECHNIQUES OF EXTRICATION 35 minutes

This video stresses the various options available for safe removal, and deals with stabilization, removing glass and doors, handling roof flaps, dash lifts, and 3rd door conversions.

PATIENT CONSIDERATIONS AND PACKAGING TECHNIQUES 35 minutes

Both physical and psychological considerations are addressed in this tape, with attention paid to rapid patient assessment, mechanisms of injury, protecting the patient, long and short spine boards and immobilization.

COMMAND PHILOSOPHIES AND SPECIAL SITUATIONS 35 minutes

A key to success is to reduce confusion at the rescue scene, and this program concentrates on solutions to extreme situations including head-ons and T-bones, underrides, upside down cars and vehicles on sides, and large scene staging.

SCHOOL BUS RESCUE 35 minutes

An advanced program, this tape concentrates on the various techniques to safely and effectively rescue via different access points. Key resources are highlighted, as well as access, patient flow and bus construction.

PUMPING APPARATUS SERIES
Based on IFSTA Pumping Apparatus - Seventh Edition

OPERATING EMERGENCY VEHICLES

Discusses the safe operation of fire apparatus. It presents safe driving techniques, how to correctly start and drive both automatic and diesels. It demonstrates driving exercises and performance evaluations of the driver/operator.

POSITIONING APPARATUS

Discusses the proper positioning of pumping apparatus for different functions. It presents factors involved in determining positioning, demonstrates how to correctly position, shows the factors to consider in special operations, defines and demonstrates staging procedures, and presents safety and tactical considerations on limited access highways.

OPERATING FIRE PUMPS

Instructs the driver/operator in methods for operating pumps under a variety of circumstances. It explains how a pump operates with different water supplies, demonstrates how to operate the pump using the water in the pumper, from a hydrant and from draft.

APPARATUS MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

Presents specific maintenance and testing points that the driver/operator will be responsible for in the upkeep of the apparatus. It explains the need for a systematic maintenance program; demonstrates daily, weekly, and periodic maintenance; shows maintenance program of equipment carried on the apparatus; and shows inspection routines for various components of the apparatus.

PUMPING APPARATUS DRIVER / OPERATOR SERIES
Based on IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator - First Edition

SAFE OPERATION OF EMERGENCY VEHICLES

This program presents safety factors for operating fire apparatus. The focus is on pumping apparatus, but the safe driving information applies to all types of emergency vehicles. Topics covered include: safe driving techniques for emergency vehicles, how to correctly start and operate gas-and diesel- powered pumping apparatus

POSITIONING APPARATUS

Driver/operators and engineers need to know how to correctly position the apparatus at the emergency scene. This program presents how to determine the best position for an attack pumper, how to position water supply pumpers, correct pumper positioning for special situations, a demonstration of staging procedures and the tactical and safety considerations for operations on limited access highways.

OPERATING FIRE PUMPS

The driver/operator’s ability to operate a fire pump that provides the necessary water supply while maintaining the mechanical soundness of the pump is critical to the success of the operation. This program shows how to operate the pump using water on the apparatus, how to operate the pump using an external pressurized water supply and how to operate the pump using water from a draft source.

APPARATUS INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

This program presents the tasks involved in routine pumping apparatus inspection and maintenance required of a driver/operator. It demonstrates a systematic apparatus inspection procedure (the “walk-around” inspection), routine maintenance tasks and inspection and preventive maintenance of the fire pump.

WATER SHUTTLE & RELAY PUMPING

Water shuttle operations and relay pumping are two methods for providing water to emergency scenes in remote areas. This program presents basic information about each type of operation including a description of a typical water shuttle and the equipment involved, a basic procedure for setting up a water shuttle, a description of a basic relay pumping operation and the process for setting up a typical water relay.

COLLAPSE OF BURNING BUILDING SERIES

WALL COLLAPSE 15-20 minutes

This video shows the different kinds of walls, the three ways they collapse, and how far they fall; illustrates how to establish a danger zone; demonstrates the proper use of hose streams; and outlines the responsibilities of officers and firefighters

PEAKED ROOF COLLAPSE 15-20 minutes

This video presents roof types and construction and the three ways they can collapse; depicts firefighter protection and firefighter falls; shows the most dangerous surfaces; and includes safety procedures.

TRUSS ROOF COLLAPSE 15-20 minutes

This video presents construction features for lightweight and timber trusses. It discusses conflicting size-ups and shows safe operating procedures.

WOOD FRAME BUILDING COLLAPSE 15-20 minutes

This video explains the most common building construction, illustrates types and features of construction and how building collapse, and demonstrates safety procedures and special dangers.

COLLAPSE RESCUE FOR THE FIRE SERVICE (3 PART SERIES)

Part 1 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & COLLAPSE 17 minutes

  • Recognize the types of building construction
  • Identify the signs of building collapse

Part 2 - COLLAPSE CAUSES AND TYPES 18 minutes

  • Learn basic load concepts and why collapse occurs
  • Identify collapse styles
  • Determine possible void space locations to facilitate rescue efforts

Part 3 - STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OF STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE 23 minutes

  • Implementation of the collapse rescue response
  • Incident management and operation
  • Rescue operations and victim removal

CONTAINMENT SERIES

CONTAINING LEAKS IN PRESSURIZED CYLINDERS 15-20 minutes

This video demonstrates ways to use common materials and tools to detect and contain leaks in high-pressure gas cylinders, emphasizes safety concerns when working with hazardous materials that are under pressure and explains how to recognize the need for technical assistance.
 
DIKING, DIVERTING AND RETAINING SPILLS 15-20 minutes

This video presents the purpose and objectives of hazardous materials spill control; shows common materials and equipment that can be used in confinement operations; demonstrates special techniques for diking, diverting and retaining; and emphasizes safety rules, including decontamination at the spill site.
 
INCIDENTS INVOLVING FUEL TANK TRUCKS 15-20 minutes

This video examines an MC306 fuel tank truck, including structural and safety features; shows the four types of incidents in which these trucks are involved; demonstrates basic procedures for leak and spill control; and emphasizes safety measures.

FIRE IN THE WORKPLACE SERIES

FIRE…IN THE WORKPLACE 24 minutes

This video teaches workers how to make their workplace safer and how to survive if they are caught in a fire. It also discusses the primary cause of fires in the workplace. (1996)

GETTING OUT ALIVE 15 minutes

This video discusses strategies to prevent being trapped, how and when to conduct a fire drill, evacuating occupants with disabilities, and coordinating your plan with the local authorities. (1995)

PUBLIC ASSEMBLY FIRE SAFETY 15 minutes

This video discusses crowd management, keeping exits clear, assisting disabled occupants, emergency lighting and fire exit drills. (1995)

WHEN FIRE STRIKES 15 minutes

This video examines an MC306 fuel tank truck, including structural and safety features; shows the four types of incidents in which these trucks are involved; demonstrates basic procedures for leak and spill control; and emphasizes safety measures.

FORCIBLE ENTRY SERIES

#1 CONVENTIONAL FORCIBLE ENTRY 35 minutes

  • Exposure problems
  • Forcible entry strategies
  • Types of doors
  • Door frames and walls
  • Prying and striking tools
  • Spreading and forcing techniques

#2 THROUGH THE LOCK 22 minutes

  • Basic principles
  • Night latches
  • Mortise and rim locks
  • Lock details
  • Key, Sunilla K, and A tools
  • Deadbolts, tubular bolts, key-in-knob locks

#3 PADLOCKS 21 minutes

  • Lock locations and details
  • Mounting devices
  • U.S. and foreign locks
  • Standard lock techniques
  • Heavy security opening techniques
  • Using halligan, bolt cutter, dent puller and other tools

INDUSTRIAL FIRE HAZARDS SERIES

Tape 1 - FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
Tape 2 - HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
Tape 3 - INDUSTRIAL GASES

This comprehensive three-part video series covers these major topics and more! Identification of potentially hazardous liquids, chemicals and gases-and their industrial applications.

  • Safe storage and handling procedures.
  • Classification of materials by flammability, reactivity and health hazards.
  • Transporting, transferring and labeling requirements.
  • How to develop and implement fire prevention and emergency response procedures

MISCELLANEOUS

ADVANCING THE INITIAL ATTACK HANDLINE 17 minutes

Quickly deploying and advancing an initial attack handline is the single most effective life-saving action a fire department can perform. If done correctly, the fire department can quickly knock down and control the incident. (1997)

BACKDRAFT AND SMOKE EXPLOSIONS 20 minutes

Superheated smoke, strong enough to push back the attack team or injure personnel. Chief Dunn helps you identify the causes and warning signs and shows you how to protect yourself and your department personnel from injuries. (1991)

CLASS A FOAM (PARTS 1 & 2)

1. Examines the properties of water and foam and why they are significant to fire     suppression.
2. Focuses on foam proportioning and foam proportioning systems.

CLASS A FOAM (PARTS 3 & 4)

3. Explains the operations and performances of nozzles and how they apply
    to Class A foam.
4. Discusses compressed foam systems.

CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS MANAGEMENT

The effects of stress on emergency personnel can damage both your mental and physical wellness. Stress management should be a fundamental part of all firefighter training. This video show how to define and prevent CIS.

DAYTON AIR BAG EXPLOSION 25 minutes

In Dayton, Ohio, the rescue team responds to a serious car accident. After 40 minutes of extrication work to free the occupants, the dual airbags deploy. Watch and decide what measures you should use to prevent this from happening to you. Actual footage of the dual airbag deployment is the highlight of this program.

ENGINE COMPANY PRINCIPLES 30 minutes

Addresses consistent methods for engine company operations. Includes a fire action plan, emergency and non-emergency engine company functions, tool selection criteria, and tool use. (1994)

EVACUATION OF HEALTH CARE FACILITIES 17 minutes

Focusing on the special circumstances of health care facilities, this outstanding film covers the basics of fire escape, plus procedures for moving patients and assisting fire and emergency personnel. Real case studies show the theory in action! Give employees the edge they need to act effectively in fire emergencies with this excellent film.

FIGHTING CAR FIRES 17 minutes

Car fires may be common to the fire service, but they should never be considered routine. Be aware of the hidden dangers - from flammable liquids to exploding components to oncoming traffic - and how to protect yourself by wearing the proper equipment, employing the correct tactics, and operating with adequate resources.

FIGHTING FIRE BEFORE IT STARTS 35 minutes

This tape is in four parts:

Part I  
Introduction Smoking
Materials Electrical

Part II
Incendiarism
Hot Surfaces & Overheated Material

Part III
Open Flames
Cutting and Welding

Part IV
Friction
Chemical Reaction & Spontaneous Heating
Review

It is designed to train employees about how to inspect their work areas for possible ignition sources. It is not designed to teach them how to respond to actual fire emergencies or how to operate or maintain protection devices.

FIGHTING MOBILE HOME FIRES

This video focuses on single-wide mobile fire home fires. It describes the unique problems mobile home fires create, including: layouts and access, water supply, construction techniques, fire behavior, fire suppression and ventilation.

FIRE ATTACK: MULTI-FAMILY DWELLINGS 30 minutes

Demonstrates a predetermined action plan for families in jeopardy. Includes preparation and response tips, arrival/set-up considerations, rescue, confinement, extinguishment procedures and overhaul concerns. (1995)

FIRE ATTACK: SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS 30 minutes

Addresses live fire training safety, common construction characteristics, interior fire attack methods, common residential fire situations, and personal safety on the fireground. (1994)

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: FIGHT OR FLIGHT

In the film, engaging footage shows what happens when extinguisher “novices” try to put out fires without any instruction and then how they perform once they are taught how to do it right. Your audience will see for themselves the spontaneous reactions of the volunteers, who find using a fire extinguisher is far more complicated than they had expected! As the volunteer learn the proper techniques in the film, your audience learns right along with them. They will see first-hand what to do - and what not to do - when extinguishing a fire.

FIREFIGHTER PHYSICAL FITNESS (2 PART SERIES)

STRENGTH - Focuses on proper weight training techniques. Special emphasis is placed on certain muscle groups that you use in firefighting tasks.

STAMINA - Focuses on the aerobic and cardiovascular aspects of conditioning. Proper techniques are discussed, along with options to help you customize your program to your own physical fitness needs.

FIREFIGHTING AND ELECTRICITY 17 minutes

In this film “hand-on” demonstrations show firefighters, ways in which they can cope with the electrical dangers which may be present at any fire scene.

FIRST ON THE SCENE 33 minutes

This film should be of help to firefighters in the event of dangerous goods incident.

FLASHOVER 20 minutes

Flashover is both dramatic and deadly. Learn from Chief Dunn when flashover occurs and safety techniques that can prevent or delay this dangerous event. (1990)

FLUE AND CHIMNEY FIRES 30 minutes

A two-part program for public awareness and firefighter training. Discusses chimneys, wood stoves, fire suppression and overhaul.

HANDLE WITH CARE - FIREWORKS SAFETY

HAZMAT AWARENESS FOR THE FIRST RESPONDER 22 minutes

Addresses NFPA 472, Awareness level. It shows the proper approach to an incident and how to identify the material. It explains how to notify personnel and the proper protective actions to take. This video emphasizes personal protection and safety.

INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM FOR HAZ MAT: AN OVERVIEW 15-20 minutes

This video presents general information about ICS, illustrates the organization of the ICS system at the haz mat incident and demonstrates tracking resources.

INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM FOR HAZ MAT: IMPLEMENTATION 15-20 minutes

This video takes you step-by-step through a haz mat incident, shows how ICS units function and interface at a haz mat incident, demonstrates problems to watch for and includes solutions to these problems.

INSPECTION & TESTING OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Featuring the latest technology and procedures, this program covers the basics about how sprinklers work, including a thorough overview of sprinkler system components. You’ll learn how - and how often - to test and inspect each of your sprinkler system components to ensure that they are capable of peak performance at all times. Ideal for fire inspectors.

INSPECTION AND TESTING OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

This comprehensive video program shows you how to develop an effective inspection and testing schedule for each component of your alarm system. Routine inspection and testing procedures are demonstrated, so you’re prepared to conduct inspections.

INTERNET FOR THE FIRE SERVICE 42 minutes

This video discusses how to improve your communications with the fire service around the world via the Internet. It explains how to apply and use the Internet in real-world situations. The video also explains how to find all of the information you need to get connected with the Internet.

MASTER STREAM SAFETY VIDEOS 20 minutes

This 20 minute video describes the safe use of one of the most important tools in the fire service, the master stream. Chief Dunn discusses general safety rules for master stream use and the safe transition for interior to exterior attack. (1991)

MECHANICS OF USING LARGE DIAMETER HOSES

METHODS OF STRUCTURE FIRE ATTACK 25 minutes

Firefighter Andrew Fredericks examines the three most widely recognized methods of structure fire attack - the indirect, direct and combination methods - to help you decide which is the safest and most effective for your operations.

MOTIVES, MEANS AND OPPORTUNITY

OXIDIZERS 53 minutes

Discusses the physical forms of oxidizers, explains protection procedures, examines the hazards of oxidizers, and reviews necessary precautions to take when dealing with these chemicals.

PCB EMERGENCIES: THE PROFESSIONAL APPROACH

PEAKED ROOF VENTILATION 17 minutes

Firefighter Pressler discusses roof styles often encountered by fire personnel, equipment needs, roof access, and types of cuts required for successful ventilation. Fireground safety procedures are constantly addressed, along with proper tool use and roof movement. An ideal video for departmental training drills, basic firefighter training curricula, refresher courses and video libraries. (1995)

POISONS 60 minutes

Helps you identify various types of poisons, discusses toxicity levels of poisons, and explains safe handling procedures.

POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION - PART 1

Part 1 covers the theory equipment selection, and basic set-up.

POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION - PART 2

Part 2 demonstrates positive pressure during fire attack, salvage and overhaul.

PUMPING IN RELAY AND CONDUCTING A BLITZ ATTACK 25 minutes

RESCUE OPERATIONAL PLANNING: FACTORS FOR SUCCESS 26 minutes

  • Learn the 12-Point Rescue Operation Plan
  • See How the Plan is Implemented

The first part of the program outlines Chief Downey’s plan, while part 2 features an actual heavy-rescue incident, with Chief Downey “walking the viewer” through each of the 12 points. Learn from the international experiences of renowned rescue specialist Ray Downey Sr. as he describes his plan for operational success.

SCBA SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 17 minutes

Firefighter Pressler lends his experience and expertise to help you maintain the safe operation of your SCBA, the lifeline in the fire service. The video includes instructional footage on donning and doffing procedures, handling equipment emergencies, hazard avoidance, and techniques to use in the event of an emergency. This video is ideal for training instructors, basic classes, refresher courses and anyone else who uses SCBA. (1996)

SEARCH AND RESCUE IN PRIVATE DWELLINGS (2 PART SERIES)

PART 1 - THE SEARCH PLAN 30 minutes
PART 2 - OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS 30 minutes

Captain Bill Gustin, a 27-year veteran of the fire service gives you important information to accomplish the search and rescue mission in private and multi-family dwellings. Learn how to plan your searches, coordinate them with other fireground tasks, adapt them to changing conditions, and execute them as safely as possible.
Part 1 includes the elements that make for an effective search plan.
Part 2 includes fireground coordination, communications and tactics and procedures.

STRETCHING THE INITIAL ATTACK HANDLINE 20 minutes

Firefighter Andrew Fredericks identifies such important considerations as horizontal vs. vertical stretches and load, a formula for estimating accurate hose lengths based on the building, and stair configurations and how they affect the stretch.

SUPPLY AND ATTACK FIRE STREAMS: AN INTRODUCTION

Captain Fornell explains the essential of using fire streams. The video covers, among other things: Pump Pressures - Nozzle Pressure - Friction Loss - Hydrants - Drafting - Operational Techniques. Ideal for those just entering the fire service or for departmental training programs. (1993)

TEAMWORK - SAFE HANDLING OF A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT 37 minutes

This film takes the viewer through each phase of an incident involving an overturned tank truck that is leaking flammable poisonous material. Points made include: The Need to Preplan - Person in Charge and Roles of Responders - Sources of Assistance and Their Activation - Working with the Media - Post Incident Critique.

THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK: A TOOL FOR SAFETY

Topics include:
    When it is best to let it burn.
    Vapor suppression techniques.
    Firefighting with foam.
    Types available.
    What materials to use it on.
    Current application techniques.
    Why you can apply water to water-reactive materials.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE ( 3 PART SERIES )

PART 1 - CUTTING AND STRIKING TOOLS 22 minutes
PART 2 - PUSH/PULL TOOLS 35 minutes
PART 3 - PRYING TOOLS 22 minutes

Selecting and maintaining the correct hand tools are critical to your performance on the fireground. This video demonstrates the various techniques, offers safety tips, and provides useful hints on helping you and your department keep yourselves and your tools in top form and ready for actual fireground conditions.

TRENCH COLLAPSE 30 minutes

Addresses the proper ways to approach and stabilize the scene, locate and remove the victim, and retrieve tools and equipment in accordance with OSHA standards. (1994).

VEHICLE FIREFIGHTING

This curriculum and accompanying video package examine the hazards associated with vehicle fires and the techniques necessary to successfully combat them. From the printed material, firefighters will learn every step from size-up to overhaul, and the summarizing video reinforces the training and shows manipulative skills. The video highlights alternative fuels for vehicle, such as compressed natural gas and electricity, as well as the more traditional forms of transportation.

PUBLIC FIRE EDUCATION

ADVENTURES OF SAFETY FROG: FIRE SAFETY 10 minutes

Demonstrates vital fire safety rules to children in an entertaining and easy-to-remember way. See Georgette the puppet frog transform into Safety Frog to prevent her friends from following the match puppet’s advice to “light up my light”.
Ages 6 - 8

CHALLENGE OF E.D.I.T.H. SUPERSTARS 13 minutes

This educational film entertainingly shows children the ins and outs of EDITH (Exit Drill in the Home)
Grade 3 to adult

COUNTDOWN TO DISASTER 16 minutes

Your audience will see the most dramatic flashover demonstration ever filmed, the lethal effects of smoke that come before the fire, and much more. Ideal as an opener for virtually all firefighter training programs, as well as for community fire safety presentations. Whether your objective is to convince local residents to install smoke detectors and residential sprinklers, and plan escape routes - or to impress on members of your department the need to wear SCBA at all times.
Grade 6 to adult

DONALD’S FIRE SURVIVAL PLAN 11 minutes

Animated cartoon showing Walt Disney and Donald Duck planning and carrying out a home fire drill.

DUDLEY MEETS FLAMMO 29 minutes

This video is intended to teach children up to the age 6 years about the hazards of fire play. The idea is to tell a story in “very simple” yet tragic circumstances.
Pre-schoolers to age 6

EVACUATION 15 minutes

In a fire emergency, smoke and flames can turn a familiar space into a confusing maze in just minutes. Employees need to get out fast to survive. Audiences will never take fire for granted again after they watch how quickly fire and smoke can spread and ultimately kill. As they witness dramatizations of evacuations from a variety of workplace environments, they’ll develop an understanding of the most critical elements to keep in mind during an evacuation.

FAMILY FIRESAFETY FEUD 20 minutes

Your whole community gets involved when Family Firesafety Feud presents life-saving fire safety messages in the popular game show format of Family Feud. Contestants respond to questions on three major areas of fire safety.

FAT FIRES 9 minutes

This VHS was produced by the Fire Commissioner’s Office and the Stephenville Fire Department. It works well with a half hour local channel program.

FIRE AND THE ELDERLY 10 minutes

Presents the special challenges faced by senior citizens with respect to fire prevention in the home. Shows seniors what they need to know to prevent fires, and what they should do if a fire occurs.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING: USING THE P.A.S.S. TECHNIQUE 15 minutes

See when and how to use a fire extinguisher….before you need it! Key topics include: conditions where portable extinguishers can be used; the different classes of fire and which extinguisher to use; how to approach a fire using the P.A.S.S. technique - Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep. Adult

FIRE POWER 17 minutes

Perfect for community fire safety sessions and firefighter training, this award-winning video will keep everyone on the edge of their seats! With exciting live footage, this video is a vivid account of fire-from ignition to full fire involvement.

FIRE RESPONSE 20 minutes

This film demonstrates how to make the right decisions and react correctly if a fire occurs. People will learn how to face the three critical decision points: alarm, evacuate and extinguish. Through real-life fire scenes, Fire Response will impress upon your audience the seriousness of fire dangers and encourage them to practice fire safety in their daily routines.

FIRE SAFETY: HALL OF FLAME 12 minutes

Shows young children examples of the good things that fire does, like keeping our homes warm and cooking our food. Also shows the risks of playing with matches; the hazards of overloaded sockets, extension cords and frayed cords; and the dangers of improperly stored flammable liquids, oily rags and piles of paper.
Ages 6 - 8

FIRE SLEUTHS ON VACATION 25 minutes

The Sleuths adventure at a summer camp discovering fire hazards.
General Audience

GRANDPA JOE’S SECRET 12 minutes

Help young children develop a respect for fire and realize fire’s destructive powers! Lessons include: matches and lighters are tools not toys; fires are very powerful and can hurt you and others; fires start small and spread fast.
Ages 6 - 8

HOME FIRE EVACUATION 15 minutes

Covers all the essentials from the first stages of planning a home escape route with two exits from each room to properly practising the drill during the day and at night. Includes safe evacuation procedures from one and two story residential homes as well as high rise buildings.
Ages 15 - adult

HOME FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 16 minutes

Seeing is believing! And when your audience watches this powerful video they’ll see for themselves that fire extinguishers can mean the difference between life and death. Dramatic footage from actual home fire scenes and true stories from survivors of fires provide a first-hand perspective that’s sure to capture viewers’ attention…and keep it. They’ll learn vital lessons such as how to size up a fire and select the right extinguisher, how to use the extinguisher correctly and more. Spread the word about proper use of fire extinguishers to families in your community!
High school students & adults

HOT SPOTS IN THE HOME 13 minutes

Prevent fires by recognizing and correcting common hazards promptly and safely! Covers housekeeping, electrical and heating hazards and gives suggestions on how to conduct a Home Hot Spot Inspection inside and out.
Adult

HOW TO SELECT & SAFELY USE PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER 9 minutes

Show your employees how to operate portable fire extinguishers safely and effectively! Viewers will learn:

  • How to use fire extinguishers
  • When to use them
  • Why they should practice beforehand

I AM FIRE 10 minutes

Starring Fire himself, this animated film teaches important fire safety lessons in an entertaining way. I AM FIRE illustrates the power of fire and shows how to escape if fire strikes. As they watch Fire get “out of control” children will learn about:

  • The dangers of smoke and toxic fumes - and how to escape.
  • The terrific speed of fire growth and spread.
  • Why you should “stop, drop and roll” if your clothing catches fire.
  • How smoke spreads and flashover occurs.
  • And much more.

Grades 2 - 6

INCIDENT PREVENTION 14 minutes

Recognize and change potentially hazardous behaviour and conditions! Stresses a positive work safety attitude plus ongoing employee training, equipment inspection, good communication and drills.
Adult

KIDS FIRE NEWS 20 minutes

It’s hip. It’s fun. This fast-paced news magazine show combines music videos, humorous skits, popular music and dance to deliver important fire safety lessons to pre-teens. Kids will learn to take responsibility for their own safety, help younger kids, and get involved in fire prevention at home.
Grades 4 - 6

LEARN NOT TO BURN WITH VAN DYKE AND FRIENDS 8 minutes

Everybody’s welcome at the home of Willie the Gopher, who is watching Learn Not to Burn Messages in which Dick Van Dyke demonstrates vital fire safety lessons. Then there’s the best one of all when Willie co-stars with Van Dyke.
General Audience

LEARN NOT TO BURN WHEREVER YOU ARE 9 minutes

Includes Dick Van Dyke TV spots on matches, escape plan, stop drop and roll, etc. General Audience

ONLY A MINUTE TO LEARN, ONLY A SECOND TO BURN 11 minutes

This fast-paced 11 minute video features burn survivors from Illinois Burn Camps, describes prevention techniques in and around the home and focuses on the responsibilities of teens as caretakers.

OUNCE OF PREVENTION 24 minutes

A Burn Prevention film intended for adult community - outreach and civic club gatherings and, if effectively presented, OUNCE OF PREVENTION, can help save thousands of children and adults from the tragedy of needless burn injuries.

RED THE FIRE DOG: VISIT TO THE FIRE STATION 13 minutes

Join Stacey, Matthew and Cody on a field trip to Fire Station 3 where they learn about firefighters from Red the Fire Dog. Helps young viewers see that firefighters are brave friends who are ready and able to help in emergencies.
Ages 6 - 8

RED THE FIRE DOG & THE 3 P’S OF FIRE SAFETY 15 minutes

Features Red the Fire Dog who explains:

  • Making a family fire plan
  • Preventing fire at home
  • Protecting yourself

    Ages 6 - 11
SENIOR FIRE SAFETY WITH JONATHAN WINTERS 18 minutes

Seniors will relate easily to one of their own as comedian and television star Jonathan Winters unleashes his unique style of humor on the special fire safety considerations and problems of older adults. Share this award winning video with retirement communities and teach this high-risk group to protect themselves against fire dangers.

SESAME STREET VISITS THE FIREHOUSE 30 minutes

An adventure full of fun and information for everyone! It demonstrates the importance of smoke detectors and useful fire tips.

SMOKEY’S FIRE SAFETY TIPS 12 minutes

Kids everywhere love Smokey the Bear! This delightful live action story teaches children a lesson about playing with matches.
Ages 6 - 11

SPARKY & WILLIE LEARN NOT TO BURN SHOW

Sparky the Fire Dog and Willie the Gopher conduct on-site interviews with children who have saved their own or someone else’s life by using skills they learned from the Learn Not To Burn program.

SPARKY’S ABC’s OF FIRE SAFETY 15 minutes

With Sparky, firesafety is easy as A-B-C! Every kid wants to join Sparky’s Firesafety Team after they watch this fun animated film. Sparky leads kids on a fantastic firesafety adventure through a gigantic “Alphabet Land”. As they watch, kids learn to::

  • Making a family fire plan
  • Preventing fire at home
  • Protecting yourself

    Ages 6 - 11
SENIOR FIRE SAFETY WITH JONATHAN WINTERS 18 minutes

Seniors will relate easily to one of their own as comedian and television star Jonathan Winters unleashes his unique style of humor on the special fire safety considerations and problems of older adults. Share this award winning video with retirement communities and teach this high-risk group to protect themselves against fire dangers.

SESAME STREET VISITS THE FIREHOUSE 30 minutes

An adventure full of fun and information for everyone! It demonstrates the importance of smoke detectors and useful fire tips.

SMOKEY’S FIRE SAFETY TIPS 12 minutes

Kids everywhere love Smokey the Bear! This delightful live action story teaches children a lesson about playing with matches.
Ages 6 - 11

SPARKY & WILLIE LEARN NOT TO BURN SHOW

Sparky the Fire Dog and Willie the Gopher conduct on-site interviews with children who have saved their own or someone else’s life by using skills they learned from the Learn Not To Burn program.

SPARKY’S ABC’s OF FIRE SAFETY 9 minutes

With Sparky, firesafety is easy as A-B-C! Every kid wants to join Sparky’s Firesafety Team after they watch this fun animated film. Sparky leads kids on a fantastic firesafety adventure through a gigantic “Alphabet Land”. As they watch, kids learn to:

  • “Stop, drop and roll” if clothing catches fire
  • “Get out and stay out” if fire breaks out
  • Never play with matches, stoves or heaters
  • Crawl low under smoke
  • And much more

SPARKY’S GREATEST ESCAPES

This instructional video will show you how “The Great Escape” is designed to work in your community, including guidance to help ensure a successful Fire Prevention Week Campaign.

SURVIVE 14 minutes

No one knows the dangers of home fires better than a firefighter...or the all-important difference smoke detectors and escape plans can make. This video transforms fire safety facts into tragic reality through the eyes of a firefighter who is unable to save a six-year old fire victim
Grade 6 - adult

TEN TIPS FOR FIRESAFETY 15 minutes

Bring vital lessons to life with this original approach to fire prevention and protection! With important information for the whole family, this engaging video explores fire safety basics from a fresh perspective, using live action sequences and graphics to illustrate fire safety concepts in a way viewers can really relate to. Your audience will see first hand how the various life-saving behaviors are applied as they learn to prevent fires and respond quickly if fire strikes.
Grade 6 to adult

THE DETECTOR PROTECTORS 15 minutes

Watch the “Detector Protectors” - a group of adventurous kids who take fire safety seriously - hot on the trail of smoke detector violators. Shows why smoke detectors and a family fire safety plan are so important to saving lives.
Ages 6 - 8

THE HUNT FOR HOME HAZARDS 15 minutes

Three youngsters learn important life-saving behaviors by playing the Firewatch video game...and then put their know-how into action in a real fire situation. They’ll see how smoke detectors and escape plans can help keep their families fire safe. Motivate kids to take an active role in fire safety.
Grade 4 - 7

THE MYSTERY OF HOME HOT SPOTS 16 minutes

Hear Red the Fire Dog and his friend Lucy tell the story of how they solved the problem of the Hot Spots. Loveable puppets, colourful graphics, original music help create a fun-filled adventure. Shows young children the common fire and burn hazards in and around their homes. Encourages kids to take an active role in helping their parents conduct a home inspection.
Ages 6 - 11

WHAT DO I DO WHEN I SEE A FIRE? 13 minutes

Narrated by Sparky the Fire Dog, this award winning film teaches young kids the proper actions to take in case of a fire. Puppet characters “Cat - Lion”, “Rabbitha”, “Audrey Duck” and “Timmy Wolf” act out life safety behaviours and keep kids entertained at the same time.
Grades K - 2