First Due...

There's nothing more exhilarating than being First Due to a working fire. You can see the column of black smoke billowing in the distance, you hear the fire dispatcher give updates of receiving multiple calls with people possibly trapped inside. As you arrive you take in the view of the scene and you start processing all the information. You know you must stay focused as you give out orders to your crew. There is so much to do and not enough firemen or time to do it. What are my priorities? What to do first? Where to make entry? When all else fails use RECEO : Rescue, Exposure, Confine, Extinguish & Overhaul. This is a true & tested method for making quick decisions on the fire ground. This is right out of the FDNY handbook. Now it's time to execute! This is where the Company Officer earns his money. This is where his reputation is made. This is when your company makes a difference. This is what FIREMEN live for! This is what we dream about. This is who we are! Fighting Fire and Saving Lives & living the American Dream...