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Organization and Planning Actually Save Lives

April 11, 2019

Organization and Planning Actually Save Lives

Firefighting crews are some of the most well-organized, tightly controlled teams in the world. Having a plan, the right tools, a team that backs each other up, and reliable equipment are all essential aspects of an effective firefighting team. The final piece is efficient communication, which is where command centers come in.

A mobile command center brings the power of a brick and mortar command location right to the front lines, where crews can take control of dangerous incidents. Therefore, a mobile command center can help meet the challenges of emergency response more efficiently — here’s how.

Command Centers Create and Maintain Accountability 

Commanders are responsible for the lives of their firefighters in addition to control of incidents, so organization is a top priority. Thus, having the necessary tools on-hand and easily accessible helps to respond to changing conditions. Custom command centers allow commanders to control the entire incident site from one location.

Extendobed’s mobile command centers usually consist of:

  • file drawers,
  • bookcase enclosures,
  • map boards,
  • removable magnetic command easels,
  • pencil trays,
  • fold-down work tables,
  • and slideout mounting walls for equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) tanks.

We’ve been building these types of products for the fire service. We know how to build them to withstand the intense rigors required for this industry.

Access Can Mean Life or Death

An organized custom mobile command center can be the difference between life and death. Taking extra time to find equipment or extract it from a messy vehicle could easily mean rescuers don’t reach victims in time to save their lives.

Every critical incident is unique, which is part of what makes firefighting a dangerous occupation. Wildfires behave differently depending on what grasses, trees, and other plants are burning — and depending on the constantly shifting weather conditions. Homes are built from various materials, and some homes contain more explosive hazards than others; thus fire will behave differently for each structure. Extraction tools and firefighter gear differ from incident to incident, so quick and reliable access to gear and tools is critical.

Fire, Fatalities, and Success Stories

Fighting fires and responding to other dangerous incidents will always involve risk. However, firefighters can take a variety of precautions, from improved equipment to well-planned executable strategies, to reduce danger and keep crews and the public safer.

Back in 2004, the “Everyone Goes Home” Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives were developed to better protect and prepare firefighting crews. In 2004, 107 firefighters lost their lives in the line of duty. In 2017, according to FEMA, the number was down to 86. Because of the implementation of Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives, the number of lives lost has reduced, and the continued advancements in equipment, planning, and accountability strategies has increased.

Example Implementations

In Clinton, Michigan, the Clinton Township Fire Department’s custom Extendobed solution allows access to equipment, coolers, air tanks, and other tools from every angle. Easy access means not wasting seconds running around the vehicle or having to park in a specific orientation. Access from all angles also improves efficiency during organization, stocking, cleaning, and repacking.

Another of our customers benefits from a custom Extendobed that helps perform fire pump testing and maintenance. Their 2,000-pound capacity slideout unit, built into their Ford F-250 Service Body truck, makes it easier to access hoses, pipes, and other equipment.

It’s clear from feedback we get from real firefighting crews that good organization for equipment and supplies is a real and continuing issue. We provide custom solutions that support firefighters, from the command center all the way to the fire line.

To read more from happy customers, check out our Facebook page. To get started on your own custom solutions, email us at: websales@extendobed.com or request a quote online today!

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Yuba

September 25, 2017

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CENTER

YUBA

SPECS

  • Multilevel platform with board slot and safety screen
  • Fold-down table with second shelf and radio panel
  • Plywood mounting wall with optional bottle racks
  • Map/command board
    – FC-150, FC-151, FC-152

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provide efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

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Provo

September 22, 2017

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PROVO

SPECS

  • Upper platform, with center divider and safety screen
  • Multiple full-extension drawer package
  • Fold-down worktable with aluminum bookcase
    – CSI-291, CSI-290

Pre-Configured Unit Savings: 5% discount off MSRP if ordered as designed or with limited standard options. This unit is customizable. Additional costs may apply. Call for quote.

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

WANT TO CUSTOMIZE THIS UNIT?

Send us your email or phone number and we will contact you to customize this unit to fit your specific vehicle.
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Scotts Valley

September 22, 2017

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CENTER

SCOTTS VALLEY

SPECS

  • Multi-level upper platform with board slot and safety screen
  • Dry-erase map board with support screen
  • Drawer on drivers side & fold down table
  • Aluminum bookcase enclosure
    – PC-201, PC-200

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

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Scott AFB

September 22, 2017

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CENTER

SCOTT AFB

SPECS

  • Upper platform with containment caging and safety screen
  • Two (2) drawers driver’s side and tail-end with slam latches
  • Dry-erase fold-down table and dry-erase pull-out table
  • Dry-erase magnetic map board with support screen
    – PC-190, PC-191, PC-192

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

WANT TO CUSTOMIZE THIS UNIT?

Send us your email or phone number and we will contact you to customize this unit to fit your specific vehicle.
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Richmond

September 22, 2017

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CENTER

RICHMOND

SPECS

  • All-aluminum construction
  • Pull-out equipment tray and fold-down table
  • Four (4) full-extension drawers and bookcase enclosure
  • Custom configuration
    – AU-61, AU-60

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

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Pratt

September 22, 2017

command

CENTER

PRATT

SPECS

  • Upper platform with locking weapons drawer
  • Short safety screen and fold-down gates
  • Reversible dry-erase command board
    – PC-171, PC-170

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

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MTN Home

September 22, 2017

command

CENTER

MOUNTAIN HOME

SPECS

  • Upper platform with cutaway, center divider and safety screen
  • Full extension drawer
  • Two (2) reversible magnetic dry-erase map boards
  • Fold-down table with book case enclosure

*Optional containment caging on lower platform
– PC-162, PC-161, PC-160, PC-166, PC-165, PC-164, PC-163

Experience over 100% extension with this unit. 

This unit has a 3,000 lb capacity.

This unit provides efficient use of your vehicle with equipment storage.

WANT TO CUSTOMIZE THIS UNIT?

Send us your email or phone number and we will contact you to customize this unit to fit your specific vehicle.
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