On this episode Nick discusses type 4 (heavy timber - mill construction) building construction. Nick discusses the pros and cons of this type of building construction with respect to it under fire conditions. This episode is a multipart episode which is based on chapter 2 of "The 5-Tool Firefighter" Firematics - Building Construction The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h  5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick discusses type 3 (ordinary - brick/joist) building construction. Nick discusses the pros and cons of this type of building construction with respect to it under fire conditions. This episode is a multipart episode which is based on chapter 2 of "The 5-Tool Firefighter" Firematics - Building Construction Parapet Walls — The Firehouse Tribune The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h  5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick discusses type 1 (fire resistive) & type 2 (non-combustible/limited combustible) building construction. Nick discusses the pros and cons of these two types of building construction with respect to them under fire conditions. This episode is a multipart episode which is based on chapter 2 of "The 5-Tool Firefighter" Firematics - Building Construction  The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode, Nick sits down with Anthony Maddox, owner of OUT Emergency Services, LLC. to discuss his mission with raising awareness for the LGBTQ Community within the first responder community and beyond. Anthony talks about his struggles with coming out and how since coming out has transformed his life. A truly inspiring message.  LGBT Awareness - Out Emergency Services The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode, Nick sits down with Farris Fakhoury to discuss his book "The Happiness Perspective: Learning to reframe our physical trauma into hope, happiness and connection". Farris is a physical therapist who has helped people of all walks of life build back their lives after a traumatic incident or sickness. He discusses his encounters with his patients in his book and details stories of what he himself has learned from helping others overcome a traumatic experience. The stories, science and everything in between is shared in his book and discussed on this podcast. We discuss this and how first responders can relate to the book. The Happiness Perspective: Learning to Reframe Our Physical Trauma into Hope, Happiness and Connection: Fakhoury, Farris: 9781636761091: Books: Amazon.com The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick discusses the importance of realistic style training and why it is important to practice how you preform. Nick shares insights of stories of this topic which is based on an article published to The Firehouse Tribune. Prepare to Perfrom — The Firehouse Tribune The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick sits down with Andi Clark of 911 Lifestyle to discuss burnout and how it affects first responders along with her work to help first responders deal with and overcome burnout. We discuss this and more!  Police Training - Prevent Burnout & Fatigue - 911 Lifestyle by Andi Clark [email protected] Instagram: newgenerationpolice WHOOP | Your Personal Digital Fitness and Health Coach The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick discusses the topic of combating stress based on his article written in The Firehouse Tribune. Nick discusses what stress is, where it comes from and how to manage it along with personal stories of stress management in his life. Combating Stress — The Firehouse Tribune The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick sits down with Jeremy Sanders of Crew1stCulture to talk about his time as a firefighter and now fire officer. Jeremy discusses how he prepares new recruits and transfers onto his crew, his vision of a strong engine company and important ways to train hose lines and hose advancement for real-life scenarios. Nick and Jeremey discuss this and more on this entertaining and extremely important episode. Crew 1st Culture Instagram: @Crew1stCulture The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support

On this episode Nick sits down with Jim Moss, firefighter/company officer and author of "Firefighter Success: 20 C's to Firefighter Excellence" and co-author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller: "Firefighter Functional Fitness" with Chief Dan Kerrigan to discuss the books Jim wrote, his career as a firefighter, how he continues to learn, train and inspire generations of firefighters through life lessons on and off the job. Jim discusses his views on firefighter fitness and how it plays into his role as company officer and how he utilizes the 20 C's to stay on the path of success. Bio: Jim Moss is a fire captain and paramedic for the Metro West Fire Protection District in St. Louis County, Missouri. His fire service passions include leadership, training, and mentorship. Along with Chief Dan Kerrigan, Jim is the co-author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller: Firefighter Functional Fitness, available at FirefighterFunctionalFitness.com. Jim is a contributor to Fire Engineering Magazine and FirefighterToolbox.com. He has shared his message at FDIC International, Firehouse, the International Society of Fire Service Instructors, the National Volunteer Fire Council, International Association of Fire Chiefs, and with fire departments nationwide. Firefighter Success (firefightersuccessbook.com) Amazon.com: Firefighter Functional Fitness: The Essential Guide to Optimal Firefighter Performance and Longevity eBook : Kerrigan, Dan, Moss, Jim, Jahnke Ph.D., Sara A., Soler, David J: Kindle Store Instagram: @FirefighterSuccess  Facebook: @FirefighterSuccess  Twitter: @FireSuccessBook  Email: [email protected] The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - FHTribune Kitchen Table Web Series - Kitchen Table Web Series — The Firehouse Tribune - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nicholas-higgins1/support