@bwshepherd just trying to improve NFPA and NSWRFS relations.. i think this may have been addressed in the time since we've posted about it...but the australian / american exchange could be enhanced when we find little things like this that can be brought up for discussion
@bwshepherd : I agree with you when you say that the proximity is an important factor, however it still is cause for concern. I put it to discussion on the NFPA facebook page.. Again it is a safety concern and being a wildfire fighter and a photojournalist i can't help but wonder if broadcasting "a wet cloth" is appropriate and if the NFPA would sanctify this video. BTW I would love love love to work with the NSWRFS on a fire crew or as a photojournalist..or BOTH!!
Breathing through a wet shroud or bandana exposes the airways to hot, moist air, which can be more harmful than hot, dry air. Avoid breathing through wet cloth.
@bwshepherd just trying to improve NFPA and NSWRFS relations.. i think this may have been addressed in the time since we've posted about it...but the australian / american exchange could be enhanced when we find little things like this that can be brought up for discussion
benrennik 10 months ago
please can I have a response from NSWRFS?
benrennik 2 years ago
@bwshepherd : I agree with you when you say that the proximity is an important factor, however it still is cause for concern. I put it to discussion on the NFPA facebook page.. Again it is a safety concern and being a wildfire fighter and a photojournalist i can't help but wonder if broadcasting "a wet cloth" is appropriate and if the NFPA would sanctify this video. BTW I would love love love to work with the NSWRFS on a fire crew or as a photojournalist..or BOTH!!
benrennik 2 years ago
yes i agree
benrennik 2 years ago
a wet cloth???
Breathing through a wet shroud or bandana exposes the airways to hot, moist air, which can be more harmful than hot, dry air. Avoid breathing through wet cloth.
Torben Kinner
New Hampshire, USA Wildfire Crew
benrennik 2 years ago
@benrennik Torben if you are standing that close that the hot air is burning your throat then more than likley your too close anyway.
bwshepherd 2 years ago