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  Firefighter | Virtual Writing Tutor Firefighter Introduction The job of firefighter is not easy. You need to put your body on the line to help the citizen of the city that your working for. You have to put out big fire at the risk of your life, but yo...

About me

Hi, my name is Xavier Houle, and I am 20 years old. I am a new student in the Fire Safety program at Collège Montmorency. In this program, we learn a lot about the different techniques used in the field of fire safety. To enter this program, you must already have a diploma from the Firefighter Academy. I love this program because I enjoy helping other people when they need it. I also love the teamwork and the sense of community with the other firefighters.

Fire safety glossary

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  Fire safety glossary This glossary is there to help you understand some of the words that we use in fire safety. halligan bar its a noun. A Halligan bar (also known as a Halligan tool or Hooligan tool) is a forcible entry tool used by firefighters. Example: I use a halligan bar to open the door. fr: halligan bar Your browser does not support the audio element. irons its a noun The flathead axe mated with the halligan bar. Firefighters often refer to these as the Crossed Irons, or Married Irons, because the Halligan Bar can fit to the Axe head. Example: I use irons to open the front door. fr: ensemble d'outils de forcement Your browser does not support the audio element. jaws of life its a noun Hydraulic spreader used in extrication procedures. Most commonly used, but not limited to, during motor vehicle...

Inside a fire call.

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 The reason why i choose this video is to show you what it look like inside a fire. For this call, we can she that it a very rough environment inside this house. It really clear to see the rush of adrenaline that it can give you as a firefighter.