Who is James Braidwood and how did he transform the fire service?
Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
In this episode:
- What “finding the seat of the fire” means, and the role of airflow
- A blueprint for firefighting science and the science of fire
- How sharing knowledge strengthens the fire service sector
Hear from David Dow - a firefighter at the Department of Fire and Emergency Services.
David gives an exploration of the legacy of James Braidwood, the pioneering superintendent of the Edinburgh Fire Engine Establishment. Braidwood was instrumental in bringing together insurance brigades and founding the world's first municipal fire service. He taught firefighters the importance of locating the seat of a fire for effective extinguishment and emphasized the role of airflow in controlling fires.
His scientific approach to firefighting and commitment to sharing knowledge had a lasting global impact, influencing fire services in cities like London, Sydney, Boston, and New York. Braidwood's story is one of determination, innovation, and a relentless drive to improve the fire sector.
So take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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