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Air Education and Training Command

Learning to handle the heat

U.S. Army Pfc. Nathaniel Muszynski, 312th Training Squadron student, equips a self-contained breathing apparatus before a cylinder fire suppression training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. The SCBA allows the user to enter environments without the risk of inhaling hazardous fumes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Learning to handle the heat

U.S. Army Spc. Kraig Owens, 312th Training Squadron student, performs a ‘buddy check’ on U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Twyford Robles, 312th Training Squadron student during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. Owens assisted Robles tighten his gear and ensured no skin was exposed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Payton Davis, 312 Training Squadron student, watches as a gas cylinder fire ignites during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. The students were evaluated on their ability to properly control the threat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Joint service members assigned to the 312th Training Squadron prepare to advance towards a gas cylinder fire during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. Students train in a joint environment to enhance interoperability amongst service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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A student assigned to the 312th Training Squadron holds a fire hose as it sprays water, during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. Students train with hoses that spray water at up to 110 pounds per square inch. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron control a gas cylinder fire before advancing closer during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. Students spray the cylinder to remove heat, keeping the gas inside the cylinder from expanding and causing an explosion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron advance towards an ignited gas cylinder fire during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. The crew chief stands in the middle of a team and keeps members organized while approaching the flames. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron spray water in a wide fog pattern to control a gas cylinder fire during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. Depending on the contents of the cylinder, the fire can burn hotter than 400 degrees Fahrenheit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron extinguish a gas cylinder fire during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. After the team reaches the cylinder, the crew chief closes the relief valve of the cylinder to prevent the fire from entering or more fuel exiting the container. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron examine a gas cylinder fire for signs of a boiling liquid expansion vapor explosion during a training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. A BLEVE is telegraphed by the cylinder releasing a high pitched hiss and a pillar of fire, if the crew chief sees these signs, he evacuates his team from the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Students assigned to the 312th Training Squadron remove their safety equipment after a gas cylinder fire training assessment, at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 9, 2022. After a fire training exercise, students take off their gear in a specific order to avoid burns and injuries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

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Learning to handle the heat

Published June 13, 2022
By Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch
17th Training Wing Public Affairs

GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --

Joint service members assigned to the 312th Training Squadron, learn to 'handle the heat' during a gas cylinder fire training assessment at the Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy, June 9.