While attending a heavy rescue training conference recently, Bergquist learned about heavy extrication equipment and what it can do. Paratech sells a kit made specifically for heavy extrication needs.

Testa said firefighters must be trained and certified for each piece of specialized equipment they have, such as the heavy rescue truck, and all of that extra training costs money. Commissioner ...

Tampa Fire Rescue's Heavy Rescue Technicians completed more than 320 hours of advanced rescue training. In addition to the new Heavy Rescue vehicles, Tampa Fire Rescue also debuted a new emergency ...