What equipment do firefighters use the most?

Answer 1

The Equipment FireFighters use the most is Their Turnout gear. Firefighters Have to put this gear on no matter what the call is. The second most used is a Fire Hose.

and a fire truck.

Answer 2

Firefighters use a variety of technology in the execution of their duties. Let's look at some of the things these brave individuals use to leverage advantage in emergency situations. Communications has changed (and continues to!), and the firefighter uses radio communications equipment to link him to others on the fireground. Additionally, all the equipment has radios to link with dispatch. Computers populate many different equipments, and dispatch would be hard pressed to function without them. We see electronics technology coming to the fireground more and more. Infrared detecting equipment helps firefighters find people in areas of limited visibility. Additionally, hot spots can be located with this technology. Lots of mechanical technology is applied by the firefighter. Aircraft and boats are even set up to fight fires. Smaller, hand operated pieces of gear like gas powered saws and hydraulic extrication equipment are more and more commonplace. New personal location equipment is being worn, and the the breathing apparatus used by firefighters is modernized, all thanks to advances in technology. The firefighters turnouts are made of materials that have been developed through technology. Each firefighter is drilled in the technology of fire science. S/he will understand the chemistry and physics of fire, and will understand how to attack fires using the principles of science as a platform upon which to work. The firefighter will be able to "think through" the mechanical technology associated with the application of the tools he uses. Whether wielding an axe to make an entry, or a portable saw to cut holes for ventilation, s/he will understand some fundamentals of physics in the area of mechanics. And these in addition to the chemistry and physics of fire. Medical technology is a staple in the firefighters arsenal. The application of skills to provide immediate aid is something all firefighters must be prepared with. Anatomy, physiology, and a variety of science based intervention techniques to insure cardiac function, respiration and stabilization of a victim (both medically and physically) are the firefighters stock in trade. Additionally, the advanced platforms incorporate defibrillators and a good supply of basic pharmaceuticals to allow an experienced EMT to improve the ability of a victim to get to the hospital emergency room and a physician. All of these things represent technology driven capability.