Awareness
Below are a list of resources for Fire Departments and firefighters to reference so that they may understand the dangers of CSST, how to recognize a CSST fire, and approach a CSST fire. Because of how CSST is used/installed it often creates a hidden danger. Understanding this and how CSST can fail under lightning strike conditions will save lives. Should you encounter a CSST fire or if you are aware of a previous CSST fire please report by visiting www.lightningfiredata.com . This data is of critical importance to aid in future legislative efforts to reduce the risk for first responds and civilians.
Webinars
What Is CSST? And Why Firefighters Must Know. Lessons Learned from 2 LODDs
Join Lexipol for a free webinar discussion with Sara Laird and Celeste Flynn, who are sharing the facts related to their husbands’ LODDs to create awareness and legislation to prevent future Firefighter injuries and deaths due to CSST related fires. Frederick County (MD) Fire Chief Thomas Coe and Howard County (MD) Captain Craig Matthews join Sara and Celeste in this important conversation and training opportunity. Moderated by Chief Billy Goldfeder.
NFFF IC-to-IC Discussion – Howard County Residential Structure Fire (MD)
his discussion features Chief John Butler, Chief of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services (MD) at the time of Lieutenant Nathan “‘Nate” Flynn’s tragic death on July 23, 2018. Chief Butler recalls the incident and share his experiences in dealing with the aftermath.
Join Lexipol for a free webinar discussion with Sara Laird and Celeste Flynn, who are sharing the facts related to their husbands’ LODDs to create awareness and legislation to prevent future Firefighter injuries and deaths due to CSST related fires. Frederick County (MD) Fire Chief Thomas Coe and Howard County (MD) Captain Craig Matthews join Sara and Celeste in this important conversation and training opportunity. Moderated by Chief Billy Goldfeder.
NFFF IC-to-IC Discussion – Howard County Residential Structure Fire (MD)
his discussion features Chief John Butler, Chief of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services (MD) at the time of Lieutenant Nathan “‘Nate” Flynn’s tragic death on July 23, 2018. Chief Butler recalls the incident and share his experiences in dealing with the aftermath.
Training
Fire Development Analysis of the LODD of FF Flynn (St. John ATF CFIC Research Project) - this is a shortened version of a 4 hour in person class check our upcoming events for in person opportunities.
ATF Video Timeline LODD Analysis of Firefighter Nathan Flynn | 7005 Woodscape Dr, MD (CSST Fire)
2012 Lubbock Fire Department CSST training
ATF Video Timeline LODD Analysis of Firefighter Nathan Flynn | 7005 Woodscape Dr, MD (CSST Fire)
2012 Lubbock Fire Department CSST training
CSST Fire Reports
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Articles
Close Calls: Floor Collapse Results in Captain’s Death
Billy Goldfeder's scrutiny of the after-action report and improvement plan pertaining to the 2021 death of a fire captain provides a checklist to determine whether a department is using best practices. https://www.firehouse.com/operations-training/article/21289425/lessons-learned-from-the-lineofduty-death-of-a-fire-department-captain
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