The 5-Tool Firefighter

By Nicholas Higgins

Welcome to the 5-Tool Firefighter Podcast where we discuss how to become a well-rounded firefighter and a well-rounded individual. You'll learn from many professionals in and out of the fire service.... more

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How many episodes does The 5-Tool Firefighter have?

The podcast currently has 202 episodes available.

The 5-Tool Firefighter episodes:

July 18, 2022 The Pros and Cons of Parapet Walls - Episode 22
On this episode Nick discusses parapet walls and their pro's and con's and how to work with them on the fire ground. This episode is based on chapter 2 of "The 5-Tool Firefighter" Firematics - Building Construction - Type 3 Ordinary (brick & joist) 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)
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5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
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21min
July 11, 2022 The Pros and Cons of "Hybrid" Building Construction - Episode 21
On this episode Nick discusses hybrid 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
...more
17min
July 05, 2022 The Pros and Cons of Type 5 Building Construction - Episode 20
On this episode Nick discusses type 5 (lightweight)) 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
...more
22min
June 27, 2022 The Pros and Cons of Type 4 Building Construction - Episode 19
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
...more
16min
June 20, 2022 The Pros and Cons of Type 3 Building Construction - Episode 18
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
...more
22min
June 13, 2022 The Pros and Cons of Types 1 & 2 of Building Construction - Episode 17
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
...more
25min
June 06, 2022 OUT Emergency Services with Anthony Maddox - Episode 16
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
...more
34min
May 31, 2022 The Happiness Perspective with Farris Fakhoury - Episode 15
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
...more
38min
May 23, 2022 Prepare to Perform. Train Accordingly - Episode 14
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
...more
23min
May 16, 2022 Understanding & Avoiding Burnout with Andi Clark - Episode 13
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
...more
53min

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How many episodes does The 5-Tool Firefighter have?

The podcast currently has 202 episodes available.

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