Firefighter Escape Systems continue to be a much sought after item for firefighters and fire departments. With many options and different configurations, those researching and purchasing these rope bailout systems need to do their research, ask the right questions and ensure that they are getting both what they want and what works for their present …
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Practice using the hitching slot on your Escape Systems Anchor
Firefighter Escape Systems anchor hooks have evolved since the introduction of the Crosby S-360 anchor hook. Most hooks now come with “hitching slots” located on the spine. Most would agree that this is an improvement because in theory, a user can more easily do a “tie off” through the hitching slot as opposed to tying a …
Newark Recruit Firefighters receive Bailout Escape Training
Newark Fire Department’s “Probationary Firefighters” class received training of Firefighter Escape Systems. The training was provided by All Hands Fire Equipment & Training, based out of central New Jersey. 41 recruit-firefighters received the training on Tuesday, January 6 at Newark Fire Department’s Orange Avenue training facility. The recruits attended a classroom session which introduced them …
Connecticut Firefighters to be trained on Personal Escape Systems
All Hands Fire Equipment & Training is proud to announce that we will be providing eight days of training to the Stratford Fire Department in Stratford, Connecticut. Stratford Firefighters will be receiving the Sterling F4 personal escape system, which consists of the F4 auto-locking descender, Lightning GT anchor hook, 40-feet of Firetech rope and lumbar …