FLORIDA RIGS

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[quote name='Frank B' timestamp='1330148724' post='475842']

I agree 100% I also think it is asinine to use a TDA for car accidents.

I like to break stones and say "I guess they need to ladder the car" <img src='http://www.firepics.net/groupboards/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/hysterical.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

[/quote] After Dallas Engine 22 got hit four plus times on LBJ I-635 in North Dallas they decided to start sending Truck 20 a TDA. As Truck 20 approaches the scene they crab walk the tiller to move traffic. After talking with my Friend at BC2 and a Staff Deputy Chief they feel it had been a great success and has saved the crew on a number of occasions from near disaster. The TDA is large enough it create a pocket of protection for the Engine and Rescue unit. My department adopted the same procedure modeled after Dallas. Our Tower Ladder blocks for our Engine on I-35 and any major roadway. We began sending the Truck with the Engine on all MVA's. It provides blocking and extra man power for the accident. One company officer is the safety officer during the incident and monitors traffic the other company officer supervises the accident. The extra firemen on the scene has allowed us to clear the scene quicker thus being on the roadway less time. It has worked extremely well for us and other departments in the KC Metro have adopted the Dallas plan after seeing us use it. At the end of the day it is my responsibility to get my brothers home, this is just one way to help get them back safe and sound. If our tower is hit it can be repaired or replaced, my brothers it might not be as easy.



Stay Safe,

Rick