Chicago Fire Department - Everyone Goes Home. A film by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in cooperation with the Chicago Fire Department. Directed by Rob Maloney. www.everyonegoe... and www.firehero.org
The MOST important quote I’ve ever read. I will definitely read this to my department in our next training session!!! NOTHING says it more completely or simply than your quote. Thank You.
My Dad was killed in the Line of Duty along with his Engine Company Partner at the infamous Advance Auto Parts Fire in Chesapeake Virginia on March 18, 1996. Became the tipping point for the 2 in 2 out to become a National Standard in the Fire Service. My Dad Frank Young, a veteran firefighter was 38. The other Firefighter John Hudgins was 32. Some don’t make it back to the Firehouse. I still miss Dad very much
very good video a lot of what they talked about,can be applied in other lines of work as well.The biggest one is complacency.I have nothing but respect for firefighters.My ex-father in law died on scene from a heart attack,I was the one who had to tell my young kids that their grandfather had passed. BE SAFE OUT THERE! GOD BLESS YOU.
Mr. Byington at Utah Valley University recommended we all watch this video for extra credit.... the extra credit goes beyond the classroom, wow...what a great message this was.
This is an incredible video and it just popped up in my feed, after 33 years on the job and 27 years being a lieutenant it’s very humbling! The PPE thing is so true, I never wear my hood for personal reasons ( just around my neck)but EVERY ROOKIE SHOULD! If rookies aren’t wearing their hood because it doesn’t look cool etc go to the burn center and look around. I honestly should but again have my personal reasons
This is really a great video. Watched with my wife. I've forwarded it to our department, and volunteers. Hope all the guys and girls will pick this message up!
This video is the only video that has ever brought tears to my eyes. Im only a teen but i do know alot of people who are firefighters and who puts their life on the line for people who they dont know. They do this because its their passion to help others its what they live for. This video can change everybodys point of view on the men and women who serve as firefighters. In my opinion fire fighters are in my top five of the most bravest people in the world. To all firefighters thank you!!!!!
I watched it and it made me ask myself what I can do to commit to what I'm going to do to help make sure that everyone goes home from their shift at my department. I may not be able to fix every problem, but how can you watch this and not think," I have to do something real in my own service."
WOW ... 21 years in the service and probably the best video i have seen ... right to the heart... just shared it to everyone at my station ... thank you for sharing your story and message with us all... stay safe brothers and sisters ... Deputy Chief Tim MacNeil.. Lantz Fire Department .. Nova Scotia Canada.
Good work, I will make sure I pass this on so that everyone hears the message and to help make sure EVERYONE GOSE HOME.. God bless and be safe in the windy city. Lt. Freund Engine Co. 23....
I've watched both this video and. The FDNY Video Still Working "So everyone goes Home". Great Videos From two of the world's most respected Departments. God Bless you all. and Stay save.
Too often you see firefighters running in the scene, rushing, not being careful, not wearing PPE, not using a seatbelt, not making sure that tools are operated safely. Firefighting is dangerous enough as it is, without hotheads ignoring safety to make it even worse. Firefighters, play safe and do your job with honor! I might be a young firefighter, but the idea of safe operations is hacked deep into my head. I believe we can all work safely when we do our job!
By far the best video I have seen in years. Thank you CFD for sharing your stories and expressing concerns especially over this holiday season merry Christmas my brothers and sisters
this is a great video i was just voted onto my volunteer department and I'm never giving this up and I'm always to that safety safety safety and training all the time
You have no right to criticise this this video, these are people who have chosen this job, the job of being a firefighter. Pay is not good, retirement of a lifetime firefighter is normaly filled with medical issues and more stress from experiences on the job and lastly the work that firefighters do go to is probably more than you will ever do in your life. These men and women save the lives of others what do you do? You sit behind a computer screen and criticize people 100 times braver than you.
Also, when you do the math, all of these numbers add up. Hence the, "Also calculated to be sure." The number of total injuries reported by each occupation, when accounted for number of those serving in them over the past 12-15 years adds up exactly to the numbers each of these agencies reported. Furthermore, firefighters typically tackle a fire from the inside. It iss the most effective way to put out a fire. You will always have FFs on the outside, but over 90% of fires fought are breached.
I've seen so many documentaries of the abuse, neglect and outright IGNORANCE of the city officials in Chicago as regards the fire department from lack of funding to equipment in such bad condition it is almost more dangerous than the fires. I am hoping those things have changed now and that the CFD is getting the help and recognition it, and ALL fire departments, deserves.
Can you share links to what you are referring to? Sadly, nothing has changed since you posted your comment. In fact, things have gotten WORSE. But the city has plenty of money for the migrants. 🤬
Furthermore, governing organizations in charge of such statistics REQUIRE every injury sustained on the job to be reported to them. Within the Fire Service, every injury reported by a Fire Department to OSHA, USDOT, NFPA, and BLS, must be accompanied by 3 medical doctor statements and signatures, as well as often insurance company notations, documentation by medical staff, fire department crew, law enforcement, pictures of injury, a report from investigating agencies and often the attorney gen.
You clearly didn't get my point. The fact that more deaths are prevelant does not lessen the severity of the injury sustained. It is only a matter of FFs receiving pre-hospital and Emergency Department care quicker than the others. With the other trades, you are looking at a 45 minute window MINIMUM of transport time. With a life threatening injury, every 10 minutes passed can decrease survivability by 15-20%. If FFs waited as long as these others, no doubt they would have higher death rates.
6 per 100k would mean only 60 are injured in each year. That's funny. My local department alone had 122 last year. And you called me an idiot. Again, official number is 11, 700. The year 2011 saw 71,090 injuries. That's 6,321 for overall FFs (wilderness, shipmen, volunteer, career) and 11,700 for career.
In the UK firefighting is the ONLY occupation for which you can claim Industrial Injury Benefit for a heart attack. The firefighters I know who died from heart attacks in service were certainly far from overweight and were extremely fit. It's more about the crap you breathe in and the stress rather than poor lifestyle.
"When the fire's blowing out the attic window, the first place you go to the building." I understand it's horrible falling if you're caught on the upper floor(s) but then all the shit's coming down on top of you. Probably just an idiom or something.
31,590 career Firefighters were injured in 2011. There are 234,000. That means there are 13.5 injuries per 100. The highest of any occupation in 2011. Deaths may not be as prevalent. However, Firefighters still have a higher chance of being injured or killed: Fishermen: 1.82% Loggers: 4.4024% Pilots: 8.657% Refuse Workers: 10.32% Roofers: 8.832% Ironworkers: 12.73% Farmers: 4.83% Truck Drivers: 9.42% Linemen: 5.32% Taxi Drivers: 8.13% Firefighters: 13.507%
How come when I google it, I find Firefighter #1? If you are finding any other statistic (which you obviously are, if you found some place saying only 6 per 100,000--which would lead one to question the credibility of your searches), it is simply erroneous. The fact of the matter is that the HEAD and MOST respected authority on such matters (Bureau of Labor Statistics) deems Fire Protection as number one for injuries. Go to BLS
im proud to call myself a firefighter..i worked hard for it and dooshbags like mrmaryjane wanna knock us for stepping up everytime the tones drop,when we go no matter what..mindless coward hope its your house next...we will come save you just to hear you say thank you. TO all my brothers n sisters in turnouts..stay safe!
"I think you Firefighters no more deserve a lavish memorial." Oh, so everything revolves around what you think, huh? Doesn't matter what you think. Again, I am not a FF. Oh, what's the use? Nothing gets through your head. "Not in the top 10 most dangerous." Still relying on petty unfounded independent unreliable sources, huh? These top 10 lists can form whatever opinion of what makes a job dangerous that they want. Still doesnt negate the fact that it is the most injurious.
I see your comprehension skills are lacking. I will repeat. Yes, many do not die because of roofs collapsing. Only 25% of injuries are due to heat cardiac distress. The fact that most firefighters die of cardiac distress is only because cardiac distress is the most difficult to treat/survive. It is not a matter of "can't take the stress of the job". Then again, only 25% fall susceptible to it. Since only about 4% survive cardiac arrest, it is bound to the no #1 killer. It isn't the no #1 injury.
Amazing video! I am so proud of my father who is a firefighter for the city of Chicago! One day my dream will come to wear a Chicago Fire Dept. uniform and serve this great city.
Ever since I was a child I wanted to become a fire fighter. Just because of helping people and running into a burning building just excites me. Sadly when I got to high school I hung out with the wrong crowd. Long story short I dropped out. As i'm typing this i'm gonna try to get my GED and make my way into the Fire dept to make my long time dream come true.
Wow. Very intense video. We really don't realize the depth of what it takes to be a firefighter. Thanks to all you men and women who keep us safe. And be safe out there!
Great video production! I have watched this video several times and each time I watch it it brings the soberness, somberness, and seriousness of what we as firefighters do! Thank you Chicago Fire Department for doing such an awesome video!!!
I like all firefighter also. I. Think. Downers, grove ,Illinois .are very. Good. I know. There good. Because. I. Work. At. Hospital in. Downers. Grove and I say there the best. And. Really. Great people. Even. When. My. Mother was. Live. And had. Go. To. The. Hospital. She always,s. Said they were the best. Also great.
Producing department safety propaganda like this is not good for you because taking an oath to save properties & lives is your responsibility and job, paid or voluntary!
I really think that MrMarijuanaKills is bitter and jealous against firefighters. He's jealous of me being a firefighter. I say let him. Just makes him look like a fool. I also believe that he thinks he's entitled to be respected because he is a roofer. But the difference between firefighters and roofers is that firefighters save, help, serve and protect people. While roofers just build or fix roofs.
Damn right! He's just a bitter piece of garbage and it isn't worth the aggravation to fight with him. I just scroll past his comments when I see them unless he comments on my comment then I'll rip him a new one. So annoying. He needs to get a life.
Haylee Graupner I agree with you. A 100 percent. He really does need a life. He also brags about being an MMA fighter and how he can kick every firefighters asses including mine.
Chief Hoff instructed my first live burn house training fire while on duty 20 years ago and he left an immediate and long lasting impression with me. I wish him the best of days to come.
This video will be viewed by all of our members at training this evening. Even with 22+ years in as a volunteer the message here is of critical importance to all of us that answer the call. The message that there is no routine call is one that needs to always be in the forefront of all members minds when rolling out the doors be it to an alarm sounding or a fully involved structure.
They may not have a high death rate but considers by they are in burning buildings every day and/or on the side of the road pulling injured persons out of vehicles which make it a dangerous job as well but their body has a higher chance of gettin multiple cancers. Which in term is painful and can be deadly. So I salute you fighterfighters out there. God bless you!!
Thumbs up if the secret list brought you here! Thanks CFD and all of you members past and present for sharing these stories. I know i learned a lot watching it and will think twice about not fastening my seatbelt on runs.
What a fantastic video. There is so much to learn from the past. Whether it is long ago or recent. Every experience is a lesson learned. Thanks for saying what needs to be said.
complacency is a Firefighters worst enemy. My 1st year as a Kentucky firefighter I thought I was hot shit until I got hung up on wires in an attic looking for heat extensions then ran out of air, I've never been so scared in my life because reality hit really quick, I was in serious trouble. thank God for Motorola and my brothers because they came and got me before the heat burnt me up, the rubber to my mask was melted the antenna on my radio was gone. Never think it won't happen to you because it most certainly will.
Amazing! Great job CFD! Puts a lot of things into perspective. Doesn't matter if you are paid, or volunteer. The message is still the same. EVERYONE GOES HOME!
Well Done CFD! Watching this video started pretty superficial with me paying half attention and then it gradually dug deep inside me and the next thing I realized I couldn't stop watching, I was almost in tears at times and thinking of my own close calls. Thanks for sharing with the world. I'll make sure to pass this on to all the firefighters on my department.
I am not, nor will I ever want to be a fire fighter, but that does not mean I do not have respect for what you do, the work you do, and your work to protect or save the public, no, I am not a fire fighter, but you are, and you have my respect!
Excellent video. Every Firefighter should watch this entire video! Thanks to the Chicago Fire Department and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation for making this happen.
A powerful film, but I think the most important words for fire service leaders are in the beginning, "What five things are you going to do on your next shift to assure the safety of your people?"
And again, when the math is done, all of these numbers add up. So, any other source saying otherwise is simply incompetent. But of course, of the 40 plus independent ssources I have viewed, only 6 had even similar numbers. Such sources are not accredited in forming national occupational safety data. They do not adhere to strict standards and criteria for what they view as an injury, or how such injuries can be substantiated.
The only reason more FFs die from heart attacks is because heart attacks only have around a 4% survival rate. Try comprehending, will you? Only about 25% of FFs suffer from any form of cardiac distress. Again, get this in your brain: cardiac arrest: 4-16% survival rate. Traumatic injury sustained by Firefighter: 97% survival rate. Thus, most deaths are going to be cardiac related. Still doesn't change the fact that only 25% of injuries are.
And the bureau of labor statistics is the most respected institution with the most expertise. You are relying on media and independent articles. The death rate has everything to do with transport time. "most firefighters die of heart attacks, not roofs collapsing". Again, because when a roof collapses, rescue and ALS is there and they are typically rushed to the hospital within 25 minutes. "can't accept the fact that very few firefighters ever get injured". That's not a fact and I have proven so
"then there would be more firefighter deaths". Hmmmmm......maybe because they're trained? Maybe because architects are now designing buildings to be less susceptible to collapse? Maybe because the collapse anatomy of a house is hardly such that would cause loss of life? Maybe because their rescue is right there (whereas with loggers, it's miles away)? Still stands: firefighters have 11,700 injuries per 100,000 (not 800). Loggers have 4200.
Crossing patrol workers are HARDLY EVER killed when stepping into the street. Hence, the "don't have the potential for danger FFs do." Per every 800,000 FFs, 11,700 are injured on the job. More than any other profession. And why do you think I'm a FF. Because I support them? The fact that you have a problem with FF tribute videos clearly shows you are the drama queen. Stunt men don't have the casualties or injuries FFs do. they also don't do it to save lives.
19.7 per 100,000 is not a percentage. It is saying that 19,7 people are killed per 100,000. You said it yourself : "just over 19 taxi drivers killed per 100,000 workers." Thus, the number of people. Not the percentage of them. Furthermore, when you do the math, that 19,7 per 100,000 equates to 6,560.1. Therefore, the statistic is inaccurate and that list you posted was not produced by very intelligent people. "...thinking you are cleverer." Cleverer? And you call me an idiot.
My stats are given by organizations unrelated to the Fire SErvice AS WELL as one relating to the Fire service. Independent sources to not have the ability to accurately determine injury rates. Still, other injury rates I have gathered amongst other occupations also come partly from agencies related to those occupations. The fact is that these agencies are the governing body of these occupations and thus, are the sole authority.
And so what? Cardiac distress is often part of the job. It is just another ailment that makes it more dangerous. And if you want Custers last stand heroics, a branch falling from a tree, falling off a roof, spraining your back lifting heavy trash cans, cutting yourself with a chainsaw or nearly any other work injury is not "Custer's last stand heroics", let alone heroic. A Firefighter running into a fire they know could suffocate them to protect life and property is damned heroic.
The greatest thing an old firefighter can teach a young firefighter is how to become an old firefighter. Thank you.
J Hart so true and one sentence reach with knowledge
The MOST important quote I’ve ever read. I will definitely read this to my department in our next training session!!! NOTHING says it more completely or simply than your quote. Thank You.
42 years on the job, military, career, and volunteer and this is the MOST IMPORTANT video I’ve ever watched!!! Thanks CFD!!!!
My Dad was killed in the Line of Duty along with his Engine Company Partner at the infamous Advance Auto Parts Fire in Chesapeake Virginia on March 18, 1996. Became the tipping point for the 2 in 2 out to become a National Standard in the Fire Service. My Dad Frank Young, a veteran firefighter was 38. The other Firefighter John Hudgins was 32. Some don’t make it back to the Firehouse. I still miss Dad very much
He was hero ❤ that’s the best thing he left behind a hero legacy
@@AcornSmokes420 thank you
My dream to be CFD, hopefully I get the job. Respect to the active and fallen members.
Did u get it?
very good video a lot of what they talked about,can be applied in other lines of work as well.The biggest one is complacency.I have nothing but respect for firefighters.My ex-father in law died on scene from a heart attack,I was the one who had to tell my young kids that their grandfather had passed. BE SAFE OUT THERE! GOD BLESS YOU.
Mr. Byington at Utah Valley University recommended we all watch this video for extra credit.... the extra credit goes beyond the classroom, wow...what a great message this was.
This is an incredible video and it just popped up in my feed, after 33 years on the job and 27 years being a lieutenant it’s very humbling! The PPE thing is so true, I never wear my hood for personal reasons ( just around my neck)but EVERY ROOKIE SHOULD! If rookies aren’t wearing their hood because it doesn’t look cool etc go to the burn center and look around. I honestly should but again have my personal reasons
It’s never too late to start!!
Thank goodness for all the firefighters out there please be safe an thank you for all you do
This is really a great video. Watched with my wife. I've forwarded it to our department, and volunteers. Hope all the guys and girls will pick this message up!
This video is the only video that has ever brought tears to my eyes. Im only a teen but i do know alot of people who are firefighters and who puts their life on the line for people who they dont know. They do this because its their passion to help others its what they live for. This video can change everybodys point of view on the men and women who serve as firefighters. In my opinion fire fighters are in my top five of the most bravest people in the world. To all firefighters thank you!!!!!
I watched it and it made me ask myself what I can do to commit to what I'm going to do to help make sure that everyone goes home from their shift at my department. I may not be able to fix every problem, but how can you watch this and not think," I have to do something real in my own service."
God bless AMERICA , and thanks for all you do CFD.
WOW ... 21 years in the service and probably the best video i have seen ... right to the heart... just shared it to everyone at my station ... thank you for sharing your story and message with us all... stay safe brothers and sisters ... Deputy Chief Tim MacNeil.. Lantz Fire Department .. Nova Scotia Canada.
Thank you so much, that was a beautiful video and a great reminder for all firefighters. -David Beers- FF'er/PM/Acting officer Fort Myers Beach FD
Inspiring video. I have experienced near death on Fireground & LODD friends.
EVERYONE Goes Home!!
Nice job Chicago Fire Dept. I'm gonna make sure our department sees this. Great directing Rob Maloney. Nice use of lighting for your backgrounds.
I sure am glad to see this posted back up here for all to see.
Pure and True..
Good work, I will make sure I pass this on so that everyone hears the message and to help make sure EVERYONE GOSE HOME.. God bless and be safe in the windy city. Lt. Freund Engine Co. 23....
everyone should watch this more than once, God Bless, be safe @CFD, Local 2 and all over! Lisa, not TEDs daughter!
I've watched both this video and. The FDNY Video Still Working "So everyone goes Home". Great Videos From two of the world's most respected Departments. God Bless you all. and Stay save.
Too often you see firefighters running in the scene, rushing, not being careful, not wearing PPE, not using a seatbelt, not making sure that tools are operated safely.
Firefighting is dangerous enough as it is, without hotheads ignoring safety to make it even worse. Firefighters, play safe and do your job with honor!
I might be a young firefighter, but the idea of safe operations is hacked deep into my head. I believe we can all work safely when we do our job!
Excellent video that will save lives. Chicago Fire Department- well done!
HCFR Tampa, FL
BLESS THEM ALL!
By far the best video I have seen in years. Thank you CFD for sharing your stories and expressing concerns especially over this holiday season merry Christmas my brothers and sisters
this is a great video i was just voted onto my volunteer department and I'm never giving this up and I'm always to that safety safety safety and training all the time
You have no right to criticise this this video, these are people who have chosen this job, the job of being a firefighter. Pay is not good, retirement of a lifetime firefighter is normaly filled with medical issues and more stress from experiences on the job and lastly the work that firefighters do go to is probably more than you will ever do in your life. These men and women save the lives of others what do you do? You sit behind a computer screen and criticize people 100 times braver than you.
Amen brothers!
Great video. With firefighting and law enforcement in my background, this is very inspirational.
You're on this video too? Dang again you're a winner. Good job. You're a real piece of work bud.
Also, when you do the math, all of these numbers add up. Hence the, "Also calculated to be sure." The number of total injuries reported by each occupation, when accounted for number of those serving in them over the past 12-15 years adds up exactly to the numbers each of these agencies reported. Furthermore, firefighters typically tackle a fire from the inside. It iss the most effective way to put out a fire. You will always have FFs on the outside, but over 90% of fires fought are breached.
Stay safe you guys
I've seen so many documentaries of the abuse, neglect and outright IGNORANCE of the city officials in Chicago as regards the fire department from lack of funding to equipment in such bad condition it is almost more dangerous than the fires. I am hoping those things have changed now and that the CFD is getting the help and recognition it, and ALL fire departments, deserves.
Can you share links to what you are referring to?
Sadly, nothing has changed since you posted your comment. In fact, things have gotten WORSE. But the city has plenty of money for the migrants. 🤬
25:48 wow chicago fire had a real life chief on the show cool i just noticed
Furthermore, governing organizations in charge of such statistics REQUIRE every injury sustained on the job to be reported to them. Within the Fire Service, every injury reported by a Fire Department to OSHA, USDOT, NFPA, and BLS, must be accompanied by 3 medical doctor statements and signatures, as well as often insurance company notations, documentation by medical staff, fire department crew, law enforcement, pictures of injury, a report from investigating agencies and often the attorney gen.
Great Job!
You clearly didn't get my point. The fact that more deaths are prevelant does not lessen the severity of the injury sustained. It is only a matter of FFs receiving pre-hospital and Emergency Department care quicker than the others. With the other trades, you are looking at a 45 minute window MINIMUM of transport time. With a life threatening injury, every 10 minutes passed can decrease survivability by 15-20%. If FFs waited as long as these others, no doubt they would have higher death rates.
Engine 83 shown here is in my neighborhood in this video.
I watched the video of the Denver Fire dept.
6 per 100k would mean only 60 are injured in each year. That's funny. My local department alone had 122 last year. And you called me an idiot. Again, official number is 11, 700. The year 2011 saw 71,090 injuries. That's 6,321 for overall FFs (wilderness, shipmen, volunteer, career) and 11,700 for career.
In the UK firefighting is the ONLY occupation for which you can claim Industrial Injury Benefit for a heart attack. The firefighters I know who died from heart attacks in service were certainly far from overweight and were extremely fit. It's more about the crap you breathe in and the stress rather than poor lifestyle.
"When the fire's blowing out the attic window, the first place you go to the building." I understand it's horrible falling if you're caught on the upper floor(s) but then all the shit's coming down on top of you. Probably just an idiom or something.
31,590 career Firefighters were injured in 2011. There are 234,000. That means there are 13.5 injuries per 100. The highest of any occupation in 2011. Deaths may not be as prevalent. However, Firefighters still have a higher chance of being injured or killed:
Fishermen: 1.82%
Loggers: 4.4024%
Pilots: 8.657%
Refuse Workers: 10.32%
Roofers: 8.832%
Ironworkers: 12.73%
Farmers: 4.83%
Truck Drivers: 9.42%
Linemen: 5.32%
Taxi Drivers: 8.13%
Firefighters: 13.507%
How come when I google it, I find Firefighter #1? If you are finding any other statistic (which you obviously are, if you found some place saying only 6 per 100,000--which would lead one to question the credibility of your searches), it is simply erroneous. The fact of the matter is that the HEAD and MOST respected authority on such matters (Bureau of Labor Statistics) deems Fire Protection as number one for injuries. Go to BLS
Where is Thunder at? YAGB
"you talk in riddles"
Hence, the "you have no basic comprehension skills".
im proud to call myself a firefighter..i worked hard for it and dooshbags like mrmaryjane wanna knock us for stepping up everytime the tones drop,when we go no matter what..mindless coward hope its your house next...we will come save you just to hear you say thank you. TO all my brothers n sisters in turnouts..stay safe!
"I think you Firefighters no more deserve a lavish memorial." Oh, so everything revolves around what you think, huh? Doesn't matter what you think. Again, I am not a FF. Oh, what's the use? Nothing gets through your head. "Not in the top 10 most dangerous." Still relying on petty unfounded independent unreliable sources, huh? These top 10 lists can form whatever opinion of what makes a job dangerous that they want. Still doesnt negate the fact that it is the most injurious.
I see your comprehension skills are lacking. I will repeat. Yes, many do not die because of roofs collapsing. Only 25% of injuries are due to heat cardiac distress. The fact that most firefighters die of cardiac distress is only because cardiac distress is the most difficult to treat/survive. It is not a matter of "can't take the stress of the job". Then again, only 25% fall susceptible to it. Since only about 4% survive cardiac arrest, it is bound to the no #1 killer. It isn't the no #1 injury.
Still relying on lists you can't verify, huh? Fail. I have proven your lists wrong. Next.
Amazing video! I am so proud of my father who is a firefighter for the city of Chicago! One day my dream will come to wear a Chicago Fire Dept. uniform and serve this great city.
did you join the cfd?
Did you join yet?
Ever since I was a child I wanted to become a fire fighter. Just because of helping people and running into a burning building just excites me. Sadly when I got to high school I hung out with the wrong crowd. Long story short I dropped out. As i'm typing this i'm gonna try to get my GED and make my way into the Fire dept to make my long time dream come true.
Update?
Deputy District Chief Steve Chikerotis plays the 4th District Chief Steve Walker in the NBC Drama Chicago Fire
Tremendous video! Thanks to all FF's in this country and abroad for doing what they do. Thanks for posting this. Great tool.
Wow. Very intense video. We really don't realize the depth of what it takes to be a firefighter. Thanks to all you men and women who keep us safe. And be safe out there!
True but loosing people is just a part of life as I have learnt but you still have memories of these people
Great video production! I have watched this video several times and each time I watch it it brings the soberness, somberness, and seriousness of what we as firefighters do! Thank you Chicago Fire Department for doing such an awesome video!!!
Salute to all firemen!!!!
I love this line...
The day you stop learning is the day you need to retire...TRAIN TRAIN TRAIN
I like all firefighter also. I. Think. Downers, grove ,Illinois .are very. Good. I know. There good. Because. I. Work. At. Hospital in. Downers. Grove and I say there the best. And. Really. Great people. Even. When. My. Mother was. Live. And had. Go. To. The. Hospital. She always,s. Said they were the best. Also great.
This is one of the greatest fire department videos i have ever seen.
Producing department safety propaganda like this is not good for you because taking an oath to save properties & lives is your responsibility and job, paid or voluntary!
I've gotten into it so many times with MrMarijuanaKills its not even worth it, save your breathe and anger he's not worth it
I've gotta into it with MrMarijuanaKills so many times too.
I really think that MrMarijuanaKills is bitter and jealous against firefighters. He's jealous of me being a firefighter. I say let him. Just makes him look like a fool. I also believe that he thinks he's entitled to be respected because he is a roofer. But the difference between firefighters and roofers is that firefighters save, help, serve and protect people. While roofers just build or fix roofs.
Damn right! He's just a bitter piece of garbage and it isn't worth the aggravation to fight with him. I just scroll past his comments when I see them unless he comments on my comment then I'll rip him a new one. So annoying. He needs to get a life.
Haylee Graupner I agree with you. A 100 percent. He really does need a life. He also brags about being an MMA fighter and how he can kick every firefighters asses including mine.
Great stuff in my 48 years as a firefighter and fire officer, it is great to still learn new things. Captain Bob Rainey FDNY E_26 Retired
Thank you for your service. You have my upmost gratitude
hope youre enjoying retirement, the job is missing dinosaurs like you
Chief Hoff instructed my first live burn house training fire while on duty 20 years ago and he left an immediate and long lasting impression with me. I wish him the best of days to come.
God bless for Chicago Firefighters. Keep up your good work and saving more people. Salute! 18 dislikes are arsonists.
It's probably just MrMarijuanaKills 17 other TH-cam accounts
This video will be viewed by all of our members at training this evening. Even with 22+ years in as a volunteer the message here is of critical importance to all of us that answer the call. The message that there is no routine call is one that needs to always be in the forefront of all members minds when rolling out the doors be it to an alarm sounding or a fully involved structure.
They may not have a high death rate but considers by they are in burning buildings every day and/or on the side of the road pulling injured persons out of vehicles which make it a dangerous job as well but their body has a higher chance of gettin multiple cancers. Which in term is painful and can be deadly. So I salute you fighterfighters out there. God bless you!!
Thumbs up if the secret list brought you here! Thanks CFD and all of you members past and present for sharing these stories. I know i learned a lot watching it and will think twice about not fastening my seatbelt on runs.
Stay safe brothers
General Patton. 👍🏻
What a fantastic video. There is so much to learn from the past. Whether it is long ago or recent. Every experience is a lesson learned. Thanks for saying what needs to be said.
complacency is a Firefighters worst enemy. My 1st year as a Kentucky firefighter I thought I was hot shit until I got hung up on wires in an attic looking for heat extensions then ran out of air, I've never been so scared in my life because reality hit really quick, I was in serious trouble. thank God for Motorola and my brothers because they came and got me before the heat burnt me up, the rubber to my mask was melted the antenna on my radio was gone. Never think it won't happen to you because it most certainly will.
Amazing! Great job CFD! Puts a lot of things into perspective. Doesn't matter if you are paid, or volunteer. The message is still the same. EVERYONE GOES HOME!
Fantastic video about fantastic people. Nothing more needs to be said.
AMEN to everything you said brothers!!!!
@6:00 min. FF Michael Frye says it best! I tear up everytime I hear this!
Fantastic work, thanks! This should be shared with everyone on the job. Be safe.
Me too...It's a good show, no doubt, It's entertainment and i'll still watch it. But these guys are the REAL Chicago Fire. Much respect.
Well Done CFD! Watching this video started pretty superficial with me paying half attention and then it gradually dug deep inside me and the next thing I realized I couldn't stop watching, I was almost in tears at times and thinking of my own close calls. Thanks for sharing with the world. I'll make sure to pass this on to all the firefighters on my department.
Marijuana is most definitely a cop. Great dual to read between you and Matt. LMFAO
Thanks to all of you who serve. Your safety comes first, and always.
thank you for putting this. video together
GOD bless the CITY of Chicago GOD bless the CHICAGO FIRE Department
Francisco Barajas yes for sure
I am not, nor will I ever want to be a fire fighter, but that does not mean I do not have respect for what you do, the work you do, and your work to protect or save the public, no, I am not a fire fighter, but you are, and you have my respect!
Retired fire sprinkler foreman of 30 yr great show
Stay safe from uk fire
Reed Riley, I know that guy.
Excellent video. Every Firefighter should watch this entire video! Thanks to the Chicago Fire Department and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation for making this happen.
A powerful film, but I think the most important words for fire service leaders are in the beginning, "What five things are you going to do on your next shift to assure the safety of your people?"
Great documentary
Cool.
And again, when the math is done, all of these numbers add up. So, any other source saying otherwise is simply incompetent. But of course, of the 40 plus independent ssources I have viewed, only 6 had even similar numbers. Such sources are not accredited in forming national occupational safety data. They do not adhere to strict standards and criteria for what they view as an injury, or how such injuries can be substantiated.
The only reason more FFs die from heart attacks is because heart attacks only have around a 4% survival rate. Try comprehending, will you? Only about 25% of FFs suffer from any form of cardiac distress. Again, get this in your brain: cardiac arrest: 4-16% survival rate. Traumatic injury sustained by Firefighter: 97% survival rate. Thus, most deaths are going to be cardiac related. Still doesn't change the fact that only 25% of injuries are.
And the bureau of labor statistics is the most respected institution with the most expertise. You are relying on media and independent articles. The death rate has everything to do with transport time. "most firefighters die of heart attacks, not roofs collapsing". Again, because when a roof collapses, rescue and ALS is there and they are typically rushed to the hospital within 25 minutes. "can't accept the fact that very few firefighters ever get injured". That's not a fact and I have proven so
"then there would be more firefighter deaths". Hmmmmm......maybe because they're trained? Maybe because architects are now designing buildings to be less susceptible to collapse? Maybe because the collapse anatomy of a house is hardly such that would cause loss of life? Maybe because their rescue is right there (whereas with loggers, it's miles away)? Still stands: firefighters have 11,700 injuries per 100,000 (not 800). Loggers have 4200.
Crossing patrol workers are HARDLY EVER killed when stepping into the street. Hence, the "don't have the potential for danger FFs do."
Per every 800,000 FFs, 11,700 are injured on the job. More than any other profession. And why do you think I'm a FF. Because I support them? The fact that you have a problem with FF tribute videos clearly shows you are the drama queen. Stunt men don't have the casualties or injuries FFs do. they also don't do it to save lives.
19.7 per 100,000 is not a percentage. It is saying that 19,7 people are killed per 100,000.
You said it yourself : "just over 19 taxi drivers killed per 100,000 workers." Thus, the number of people. Not the percentage of them. Furthermore, when you do the math, that 19,7 per 100,000 equates to 6,560.1. Therefore, the statistic is inaccurate and that list you posted was not produced by very intelligent people.
"...thinking you are cleverer." Cleverer? And you call me an idiot.
My stats are given by organizations unrelated to the Fire SErvice AS WELL as one relating to the Fire service. Independent sources to not have the ability to accurately determine injury rates. Still, other injury rates I have gathered amongst other occupations also come partly from agencies related to those occupations. The fact is that these agencies are the governing body of these occupations and thus, are the sole authority.
And so what? Cardiac distress is often part of the job. It is just another ailment that makes it more dangerous. And if you want Custers last stand heroics, a branch falling from a tree, falling off a roof, spraining your back lifting heavy trash cans, cutting yourself with a chainsaw or nearly any other work injury is not "Custer's last stand heroics", let alone heroic. A Firefighter running into a fire they know could suffocate them to protect life and property is damned heroic.
BLESS THEM ALL!