1. Tire Fails on Tender During Training.
Report #12-145
Tire Fails on Tender During Training.
Report Number:
Report Date: 05/21/ :34
Synopsis
Tire Fails on Tender During Training.

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Event Description
One of our drivers was doing driver training in a tender with 3500 gallons of water. The driver heard a LARGE boom and realized the front left tire had blown. He did not hit the brake, and was able to coast to a stop along the roadway.
Lessons Learned
Anything can happen. Make sure experienced drivers operate the most dangerous rigs. Don't drive with one hand on the wheel, and ALWAYS wear your safety belt.

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Discussion Questions
When personnel are assigned to drive a specific fire apparatus, what considerations should be given to the potential risks involved with each vehicle?
2. Does your department conduct annual training on the driving of each vehicle
in your department?
3. How would this incident have been different if it had occurred during an
emergency response?
4. Would you drive your apparatus any differently if you knew a tire could fail
at any time?
Remember, they can.