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I'm trying to decide between an ABC dry chem extinguisher or Purple K for my car. ABC could stop interior or grass fires but it supposedly causes serious corrosion issues after. Purple K doesn't but only works on liquids. Would you have any guidance?

Asked by Nick almost 7 years ago

No brained ABC, cars are made up of so many materials. If your car catches fire it is usually toast anyway

came upon an accident where a driver was t-boned on the drivers side. She was pinned and unresponsive but breathing. People at the scene had called 911
When first reponders got there she was doa.
Should i have tried cpr with her pinned in her seat.

Asked by Justin almost 7 years ago

She probably hands Agonal Respiration’s which is basically dying breathes. There was obvious life ending injuries to call DOA. In hindsight after all details are out you probably wouldn’t start. But when in doubt try

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Asked by halster69 about 6 years ago

Got me bud

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Hey there! My stepdad is a firefighter and for Christmas I plan to get him an engraved halligan beer bottle opener. I can use up to 20 characters including spaces, so I wanted to ask for some funny/punny ideas to use!

Thanks :)

Asked by Rae about 7 years ago

Hmm,

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Hello,
I was wondering if my house is on fire and my only option is to run out through the flames is it a good idea to cover myself in wet towels to prevent being burnt?

Asked by Jack almost 7 years ago

If it is life or death you have to do what you need to do, thats the best answer I canbgive

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Asked by Poopsie over 7 years ago

Dependent on the level of the assault. Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence would disqualify in the US.

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I'm trying to decide between an ABC dry chem extinguisher or Purple K for my car. ABC could stop interior or grass fires but it supposedly causes serious corrosion issues after. Purple K doesn't but only works on liquids. Would you have any guidance?

came upon an accident where a driver was t-boned on the drivers side. She was pinned and unresponsive but breathing. People at the scene had called 911
When first reponders got there she was doa.
Should i have tried cpr with her pinned in her seat.

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

If I had a brass #10, #13, #14, #20, #23, #25, #26, #27, #36 and #43 what do I have?? the #'s are on 3'' diameter sprinkling devices that would fit onto a hose

Hey there! My stepdad is a firefighter and for Christmas I plan to get him an engraved halligan beer bottle opener. I can use up to 20 characters including spaces, so I wanted to ask for some funny/punny ideas to use!

Thanks :)

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If I were to join the military would it give me an advantage of being hired as a fireman?

Hello,
I was wondering if my house is on fire and my only option is to run out through the flames is it a good idea to cover myself in wet towels to prevent being burnt?

Not sure you can answer this as it is re:Canadian law but even your best guess is a good start. If a firefighter has been charge with a criminal offense (aggravated assault), can he remain actively working?

Firefighter

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

I'm trying to decide between an ABC dry chem extinguisher or Purple K for my car. ABC could stop interior or grass fires but it supposedly causes serious corrosion issues after. Purple K doesn't but only works on liquids. Would you have any guidance?

came upon an accident where a driver was t-boned on the drivers side. She was pinned and unresponsive but breathing. People at the scene had called 911When first reponders got there she was doa.Should i have tried cpr with her pinned in her seat.

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

If I had a brass #10, #13, #14, #20, #23, #25, #26, #27, #36 and #43 what do I have?? the #'s are on 3'' diameter sprinkling devices that would fit onto a hose

Hey there! My stepdad is a firefighter and for Christmas I plan to get him an engraved halligan beer bottle opener. I can use up to 20 characters including spaces, so I wanted to ask for some funny/punny ideas to use!Thanks :)

Also on Jobstr...

If I were to join the military would it give me an advantage of being hired as a fireman?

Hello,I was wondering if my house is on fire and my only option is to run out through the flames is it a good idea to cover myself in wet towels to prevent being burnt?

Not sure you can answer this as it is re:Canadian law but even your best guess is a good start. If a firefighter has been charge with a criminal offense (aggravated assault), can he remain actively working?

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came upon an accident where a driver was t-boned on the drivers side. She was pinned and unresponsive but breathing. People at the scene had called 911
When first reponders got there she was doa.
Should i have tried cpr with her pinned in her seat.

Hey there! My stepdad is a firefighter and for Christmas I plan to get him an engraved halligan beer bottle opener. I can use up to 20 characters including spaces, so I wanted to ask for some funny/punny ideas to use!

Thanks :)

Hello,
I was wondering if my house is on fire and my only option is to run out through the flames is it a good idea to cover myself in wet towels to prevent being burnt?