There are four main type of standpipe valve outlets and in this episode of Brass Tacks Hard Facts, Dave McGrail and Chris Martin review design features as well as operational considerations that firefighters should be aware of relating to them. Watch more here: https://firedept.link/Episode47. This episode will show you how to identify each valve type and their functions which is imperative to know for any firefighters operating in standpipe equipped buildings. | Elkhart Brass

When your fire building involves a standpipe system there should be a big question mark in your mind if the best strategy and tactic is to utilize it or stretch from the pumper. In this episode Dave McGrail reviews considerations for when it may be best to avoid the standpipe and consider making the stretch directly from your engine. Browse more episodes here: https://firedept.link/Ep50. | Elkhart Brass