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April 18, 2020

S05, E53 Standpipe Operations with Lt Ray McCormack

Even in a vertical city like New York, high-rise construction continues to expand into the outer boroughs where fire companies need to be ready to respond. Thirty-eight year veteran fire officer, Lt. Ray McCormack discusses the Department’s Standpipe Operations and Training. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry hosts. […]
March 24, 2020

S05, E52 A Return to Public Service with EMT Donna Jaworski

Donna Jaworski is saving lives as an FDNY EMT–again. Jaworski previously served as an FDNY EMT before leaving the Department in 2003 to raise her family. She was also a September 11th first responder, having worked at the World Trade Center site during the rescue and […]
February 28, 2020

S05, E51 A Marathon Celebration with Captain Denis Sweeney and Firefighter Tim Clarke

This is our annual Pro Fit episode, which seeks to promote and provide practical ideas for first responders who are looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle. 2020 marks the 50thanniversary of the New York City Marathon. The event is the largest marathon in the world and […]


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February 4, 2022

Origins of Report from Engine Co. 82 – Dennis Smith

From the FDNY Archives: Origins of Report from Engine Co. 82 with Dennis Smith. In early 2001, the New York City Fire Museum hosted a live speaker series with a well-known lineup of Department subject matter experts and historians. It was called “Heat. An Evening With…” In this presentation, author, retired FDNY Firefighter (1963-1981) and […]

January 31, 2022

S07, E74 Lithium-ion Battery Safety and Tactics with FDNY Lieutenant John Cassidy

The increase in popularity of battery-operated mobility devices, like scooters, skateboards and bicycles has meant a dramatic increase in fires in New York City caused by lithium-ion batteries with sometimes fatal consequences. Lt. John Cassidy, Haz-mat Company 1, discusses the dangers of these batteries, tactics and […]