Used to be a firefighter back in the 90's and watching your video made me wish I could still do that , but it's fun watching videos like yours on how to speed up response times. Good job.
Awesome video!! I'm not a firefighter or first responder, so I don't have any first hand experience with this type of thing but I like that you explained and demonstrated the typical issues people tend to have with putting on the helmet / mask / hood, but still provided various workarounds. Excellent video, and explanation!! I hope more firefighters see this video to help them work through those issues since I'm sure that when it comes to this type of work, every second counts!! Thank you for your service and sacrifices!!
I do this technique, I also added regular size key ring holders to each of my lower straps, gives you something to feel/grab on when tightening the lower straps
Suggest open rings that have a practiced tension release (opening)…otherwise, you might have threaded entanglement in their and risk being forced to remove helmet or mask equipment to release yourself. You can find open rings for this purpose and you can test how hard and where you have to pull with entanglement. Some rings specify the tension to release - you might simple need to hold cover with two hand and lunge away from entanglement to release via ring opening. Just a strong suggestion with too much detail ;-)
Yes, thank you great video. Mask donning everybody did it differently most guys remove gloves prior. I kept my gloves on to save time but, I had to find the right size gloves to feel my fingertips. This to me was the key & gave me more dexterity to clip into the helmet & pull the chin strap.
please upload more content. I am a Bolivian firfighter and nobody will teach us this stuff, ive been a fitrefigter a hole year and this ir the first time ive heard any of this hascks
привет из России. многие пожарные, которых я знаю недооценивают важность быстрого надевания маски и я всегда боеготов раньше остальных и часть первоначальных действий ложится на меня). ты доносишь правильные идеи, поддерживаю)
Gonna try this out but I’ve gotten so used to my departments way. We’re fully geared up on the fire ground until we need to go interior, that’s when we plug in.
Put the mask to your face when your helmet it on, pull the helmet over your arm regulator hose and your helmet strap will hang from your arm then mask up and slide your helmet back up. I went from your technique to that one because i found issues i didnt like.
Good to know! You can always use tape made for car engine bays for it’s higher heat rating. We’ve talked to our dealer as well. They stated that our name stickers on the face-piece void the warranty as well.
Not only will it probably void the warranty, the elasticity in the straps is very important to get a good seal and also allows you to filter breath if you run out of air. Filter breathing is a technique we teach where u pull the mask away from your face a little bit (elasticity allows this) and you breath “filtered” air that is trapped in your coat. Elasticity in hood seal is also important for this. I’m a 25 year veteran and 15 year state instructor. Still some good parts to his technique to quickly mask up. Though taking the gloves off would get things fitting a little better and pull in straps properly. I’ll give it a try or two. :-).
@@stevendegroff68 yes! The elasticity wears out quick on the straps in my experience. Thus, why the suggestion is made to adjust them every so often. As far as for rescue situations, I would go the route of “wheel breathing” as opposed to filter breathing. However, filter breathing can still be conducted with your top straps taped, the elasticity that is needed for that procedure is predominantly done with the lower straps of the mask being stretched. If you cannot operate the equipment proficiently with gloves on, then you’re doing yourself and the citizens a disservice. If you cannot work on equipment with gloves on outside, I doubt you could fix a problem with the same gear interior with all your PPE on. Please let me know how to technique works for you! I appreciate the conversation and feedback!
Suggestions helmet earflaps mine keep getting tucked in and im fighting to pull them down over my neck during practice run operating with a n5a with long ear flaps
Let’s talk about the adjustment on the rachet knob on your lid. I’m always messing with it and can’t find a happy medium between not wearing a hood and mask vs. wearing them. How do you set yours for masking up? I’m finding that I have to tighten mine after masking up. Thoughts??
I personally have mine adjusted to where it fits snugly with mask and hood on. To the point where I push down on top of my helmet to have it sit all the way down. This way it is as tight as I can get it when having no PPE on and never needing to adjust it. It still is a bit loose when not having mask and hood on, but is always ready for fire.
A little technique I do with my helmet is to tuck in the neck flap into the headliner area and then adjust the dial to a snug fit. Then when I need to make up, I pull out the neck flap and that frees up some space for the mask head net. No adjustment required for either way to wear it. Try it, Maybe it will work for you too.
I'm in a voluntary fire brigade here in Germany. Obviously some things are different here. Mainly the helmet. The mask and the hood are silimar tho. I don't see people putting on mask so fast. And I am a bit suspicious about your method. I'm worrying about safety. Masks have to be air tight. When putting them on that quickly and not checking wether the mask is tight I can see real hazard due to the mask not fitting correctely. Especially I'm thinking that some of your hair being between the mask and your forehead making the mask having a leak (which may be your death sentence). (The hair thing is even more important to me, bc I have long hair). How do you make sure the mask fits correctely whith this way of putting it on?
I have been doing it this way for 6 years and have never had an issue. Neither have the hundreds of others I’ve taught. I pass our annual negative pressure seal test every time with no issues. I can’t convince you with words, just try it if you’re skeptical. If you can’t get a seal this way then adjust your top straps until you have them preset enough to obtain a good seal. There’s not much else to it.
@@MattHarlanFF There also is a big difference in tactics beetween Germany and the US. In Germany, you will have up to three preplanned teams of two firefighters each plus officer and engineer on a engine. So we have a total of 4 or 6 guys for paid crews; 6 or 8 sometimes even 9 for volunteer crews. On fire calls or calls involving gases, the first/attack team will always mask up in the engine while responding. Depending on call and engine layout, a second team might also don SCBA and mask up. When going interior, the team will connect their air valve to the mask and that's it. You see, speed is not that huge of an issue as the initial FFs mask up while still responding.
Does anyone else have problems with their rubber seal folding inwards? Every time I put my mask on I have to put my finger in both sides and pop it out. Super annoying lol. Great vid tho
What happens when you’re outside and there’s a downed FF or when your assisted ladder rescue turns into needing to jump inside? You can respond with your mask on, but becoming proficient at a skill is never a bad thing and avoids you ever getting caught off guard. Our complacency is the biggest downfall for our citizens. Mask up whenever you want, but don’t let it be an excuse to not be better at your job.
Matthew, "most efficient" by what standards? Having a mask on when you get off the reduces our ability to communicate (talk and listen), reduces our vision and can reduce our ability to get a good 360 or two sided view, the pot hole, etc. i'm sure you fight fire all the time, make rescues and just kick ass but their are definite drawbacks from not only masking up in the rig but your negative attitude
5:30 look-up is so brainlessly obvious, but never heard it before. Brilliant suggestion & video. Last key point would be: if your colleagues are traditional glover removers and 90 seconds to mask up…you will be 75 seconds ahead of them & 75 seconds less air before going into hazardous environment…so train with them you speed development or you will be on ladder waiting for everyone else…
This isn’t new information, but a very good technique and habit to get into when masking up. The first time I saw this performed was by another RUclips named Dale Pakel?
Does your second stage regulator not automatically push air when already attached like that? I’m using the brand new MSA and that seems to be the hurdle I face using this technique.
Have you removed the hanging strap from your mask? Ours have this stupid starp to go around your neck. After watching tons of videos on here seems like there are NO hanging straps on the masks themselves. Makes Sence after watching these videos. Great job too btw. :) Thank You I'm going to master these techniques
Just a heads up, if you tape your mask and something happens to you in a fire once the investigation happens any chance your family had in getting some compensation is gone.
Used to be a firefighter back in the 90's and watching your video made me wish I could still do that , but it's fun watching videos like yours on how to speed up response times. Good job.
I’m liking this video for one reason your mustache 💪🏻
Didn’t you know ? You’re issued a mustache when you join the dept
Awesome video!! I'm not a firefighter or first responder, so I don't have any first hand experience with this type of thing but I like that you explained and demonstrated the typical issues people tend to have with putting on the helmet / mask / hood, but still provided various workarounds. Excellent video, and explanation!! I hope more firefighters see this video to help them work through those issues since I'm sure that when it comes to this type of work, every second counts!! Thank you for your service and sacrifices!!
I do this technique, I also added regular size key ring holders to each of my lower straps, gives you something to feel/grab on when tightening the lower straps
Suggest open rings that have a practiced tension release (opening)…otherwise, you might have threaded entanglement in their and risk being forced to remove helmet or mask equipment to release yourself. You can find open rings for this purpose and you can test how hard and where you have to pull with entanglement. Some rings specify the tension to release - you might simple need to hold cover with two hand and lunge away from entanglement to release via ring opening. Just a strong suggestion with too much detail ;-)
@@ofcv1238 your nomex hood goes over your face mask/straps eliminating that risk of entanglement
Yes, thank you great video. Mask donning everybody did it differently most guys remove gloves prior. I kept my gloves on to save time but, I had to find the right size gloves to feel my fingertips. This to me was the key & gave me more dexterity to clip into the helmet & pull the chin strap.
My neighbor also mows lawn at all the wrong times - great video!
Great tips, Bro. I learned a lot from your video. Good stuff, and epic ’stache, Brother!
Great video man thanks for sharing your technique.
Thank you for your service in the fire service much appreciated!
Thanks for this video! Helped for when I’m going to become a firefighter!
wish i would have found this video 10 weeks ago... I graduate from Fire School on friday. Still very helpful tips moving forward with my career
This is awesome. I'm on track for EMT, then Fire Academy in the Spring. Thank you for this tip!
I have scars on my ears from putting on that Scott mask like that so many times.
Great video. You made me better at my job. Thanks.
Great video! Can you do a gear video going over all your gear and the application of everything? Thanks!
please upload more content. I am a Bolivian firfighter and nobody will teach us this stuff, ive been a fitrefigter a hole year and this ir the first time ive heard any of this hascks
Gold brother thank you for this!
Pretty cool..when i was younger.i coyld suit up an put mask up in like 20 s,
Awesome man! Thanks for all you do brother!
привет из России. многие пожарные, которых я знаю недооценивают важность быстрого надевания маски и я всегда боеготов раньше остальных и часть первоначальных действий ложится на меня). ты доносишь правильные идеи, поддерживаю)
Thank you, I appreciate it. Keep up the good work!
The mustache could probably put out a fire all on its own 💯
Thank u for ur service💪🏻
You have a beautiful mustache
Fantastic video
Appreciate it! Great video
I know Caleb Curre.
solid video ! thanks so much.
Gonna try this out but I’ve gotten so used to my departments way. We’re fully geared up on the fire ground until we need to go interior, that’s when we plug in.
Thank u 4 what u do for us
Put the mask to your face when your helmet it on, pull the helmet over your arm regulator hose and your helmet strap will hang from your arm then mask up and slide your helmet back up. I went from your technique to that one because i found issues i didnt like.
I’ve tried that method many times, it’s a good one! Just not for me. It’s awesome that you found a way that works for you, that’s the whole goal!
thanks for the thechniques!
The Scott dealer told us taping or sewing the mask straps in place can void the warranty. Not sure if true.
Good to know! You can always use tape made for car engine bays for it’s higher heat rating.
We’ve talked to our dealer as well. They stated that our name stickers on the face-piece void the warranty as well.
Not only will it probably void the warranty, the elasticity in the straps is very important to get a good seal and also allows you to filter breath if you run out of air. Filter breathing is a technique we teach where u pull the mask away from your face a little bit (elasticity allows this) and you breath “filtered” air that is trapped in your coat. Elasticity in hood seal is also important for this. I’m a 25 year veteran and 15 year state instructor. Still some good parts to his technique to quickly mask up. Though taking the gloves off would get things fitting a little better and pull in straps properly. I’ll give it a try or two. :-).
@@stevendegroff68 yes! The elasticity wears out quick on the straps in my experience. Thus, why the suggestion is made to adjust them every so often. As far as for rescue situations, I would go the route of “wheel breathing” as opposed to filter breathing. However, filter breathing can still be conducted with your top straps taped, the elasticity that is needed for that procedure is predominantly done with the lower straps of the mask being stretched. If you cannot operate the equipment proficiently with gloves on, then you’re doing yourself and the citizens a disservice. If you cannot work on equipment with gloves on outside, I doubt you could fix a problem with the same gear interior with all your PPE on.
Please let me know how to technique works for you! I appreciate the conversation and feedback!
Thank you very helpful!
I trust him more because of the stache
Impressive man. Stay safe
Nice
Really like the name brother
Mustache is 10/10, be careful not to catch that baby on fire when entering a structure fire.
Suggestions helmet earflaps mine keep getting tucked in and im fighting to pull them down over my neck during practice run operating with a n5a with long ear flaps
Let’s talk about the adjustment on the rachet knob on your lid. I’m always messing with it and can’t find a happy medium between not wearing a hood and mask vs. wearing them. How do you set yours for masking up? I’m finding that I have to tighten mine after masking up. Thoughts??
I personally have mine adjusted to where it fits snugly with mask and hood on. To the point where I push down on top of my helmet to have it sit all the way down. This way it is as tight as I can get it when having no PPE on and never needing to adjust it. It still is a bit loose when not having mask and hood on, but is always ready for fire.
A little technique I do with my helmet is to tuck in the neck flap into the headliner area and then adjust the dial to a snug fit. Then when I need to make up, I pull out the neck flap and that frees up some space for the mask head net. No adjustment required for either way to wear it. Try it, Maybe it will work for you too.
@@nicks1600 ear flaps
@robbiedill1 Well Robbie, there's only 1 flap, and it covers your neck. So whatever you call it, you get the idea.
A real stud
I'm in a voluntary fire brigade here in Germany. Obviously some things are different here. Mainly the helmet. The mask and the hood are silimar tho.
I don't see people putting on mask so fast. And I am a bit suspicious about your method. I'm worrying about safety. Masks have to be air tight. When putting them on that quickly and not checking wether the mask is tight I can see real hazard due to the mask not fitting correctely. Especially I'm thinking that some of your hair being between the mask and your forehead making the mask having a leak (which may be your death sentence). (The hair thing is even more important to me, bc I have long hair).
How do you make sure the mask fits correctely whith this way of putting it on?
I have been doing it this way for 6 years and have never had an issue. Neither have the hundreds of others I’ve taught. I pass our annual negative pressure seal test every time with no issues. I can’t convince you with words, just try it if you’re skeptical. If you can’t get a seal this way then adjust your top straps until you have them preset enough to obtain a good seal. There’s not much else to it.
@@MattHarlanFF There also is a big difference in tactics beetween Germany and the US. In Germany, you will have up to three preplanned teams of two firefighters each plus officer and engineer on a engine. So we have a total of 4 or 6 guys for paid crews; 6 or 8 sometimes even 9 for volunteer crews.
On fire calls or calls involving gases, the first/attack team will always mask up in the engine while responding. Depending on call and engine layout, a second team might also don SCBA and mask up. When going interior, the team will connect their air valve to the mask and that's it.
You see, speed is not that huge of an issue as the initial FFs mask up while still responding.
Does anyone else have problems with their rubber seal folding inwards? Every time I put my mask on I have to put my finger in both sides and pop it out. Super annoying lol. Great vid tho
Hey bro, I know I’m a bit late but I’m looking into getting some new fire gloves. Which brand do you have on in the video?
Pro-Tech 8 Titan gloves in the video. I currently use Vanguard MK1 gloves.
Я пожарный в России! У нас все по другому!
How long is your chin strap. We are looking at getting ones but were not sure what is needed
21"
index finger tendon injury?
does your hair going in the mask affect the seal of the mask?
No, it passes the mechanical negative pressure seal machine we have no problem.
@@MattHarlanFF ah ok
Your last name is my first name that's crazy to me.
Очень круто!
1:20
What happened to this ledgend
moustache.....
The most efficient way is already having your mask on when you get off the truck where all you have to do is connect the regulator.
What happens when you’re outside and there’s a downed FF or when your assisted ladder rescue turns into needing to jump inside? You can respond with your mask on, but becoming proficient at a skill is never a bad thing and avoids you ever getting caught off guard. Our complacency is the biggest downfall for our citizens. Mask up whenever you want, but don’t let it be an excuse to not be better at your job.
Matthew, "most efficient" by what standards? Having a mask on when you get off the reduces our ability to communicate (talk and listen), reduces our vision and can reduce our ability to get a good 360 or two sided view, the pot hole, etc. i'm sure you fight fire all the time, make rescues and just kick ass but their are definite drawbacks from not only masking up in the rig but your negative attitude
This video was disappointingly not 5 seconds
“5 seconds to mask”…… 8 minute video 😂
You know why there’s powerlineman in the world? So fire fighters and police have somebody to look up to.
This is sick. Gonna try it a the station! Thanks!
Good info. The mask is the most important thing before going into an IDLH. Need to practice putting it on right rather than rapid.
5:30 look-up is so brainlessly obvious, but never heard it before. Brilliant suggestion & video. Last key point would be: if your colleagues are traditional glover removers and 90 seconds to mask up…you will be 75 seconds ahead of them & 75 seconds less air before going into hazardous environment…so train with them you speed development or you will be on ladder waiting for everyone else…
20 seconds and gloves on is my departments standard. No one waits.
Maybe not many have noticed or said this, but you sir. You have a glorious mustache.
Appreciate the video brother! This helped me a lot thank you.
Stach didn't even move. That's the real technique I want to learn.
How to look snazzy without sacrificing the mask seal.
I have a beard and never had a problem getting a seal
Great technique great video but your mustache I don't know how you're not a chief with that mustache that mustache just screams fire chief
This video helped me so much. Grew up around clackamas! Thank you
thanks for the help, not the best with that
also i wish i had a mustache like that, its perfect
you're like the firefighter version of donut operator
This video was as amazing as your mustache. Good job.
That 'stache tho!!
This isn’t new information, but a very good technique and habit to get into when masking up. The first time I saw this performed was by another RUclips named Dale Pakel?
You know 90% of fire fighters won’t watch this because they won’t to do things their way
Very nice, great job explaining the different techniques. Thank you.
Does your second stage regulator not automatically push air when already attached like that? I’m using the brand new MSA and that seems to be the hurdle I face using this technique.
Have a nice day
Is the air to your cylinder shut off so youre holding your breath for a few seconds until you turn it on?
No.
What chinstrap do you have and where could I buy one, also same with the hood any help would be greatly appreciated thanks brother!
Helmet strap is the one that comes on the cairns 880. It’s about 21” long and hood is by Majestic Fire apparel inc.
Awesome thank you for the demostration.
How to mask up in 5 seconds or less......que the 7 min video 😆👍☺️
Great video!
Excellent!
Atta Boy
Thank you ✊🏾💯
I never thought about having my hood on my chin definitely going to use
Wow you must be a magician. Thanks for the pointer.
Have you removed the hanging strap from your mask? Ours have this stupid starp to go around your neck. After watching tons of videos on here seems like there are NO hanging straps on the masks themselves. Makes Sence after watching these videos. Great job too btw. :) Thank You I'm going to master these techniques
Just a heads up, if you tape your mask and something happens to you in a fire once the investigation happens any chance your family had in getting some compensation is gone.
Same thing with name stickers on mask lenses or not wearing nomex pants, etc. thank you for the heads up!
Do you still get the seal with your hair in the mask like that?
Yup, 100% of the time.
your gear is too pretty
thank you for this!!
7:41
Why rush?? Slow is smooth!!
Do you go code 1 to fires? Time matters. You can be fast and efficient at the same time. Don’t skip steps and do it fast properly.
super helpful, thanks bro