October 29, 2012
The BlackJack Holder is an aircraft grade aluminum helmet flashlight holder designed by firemen for firemen. The "under brim patented design securely holds the light on the helmet where you put it, where you need it."
The BlackJack can be used with traditional, modern, and global design helmets. It works with a variety of lights, including RECOIL, Brightstar, Pelican, Streamlight, Surefire 6P, and G2 Nitrolon. There's even a version that fits the Fire Cam Mini HD and Fire Cam 1080. It can be purchased directly online or through a large network of firefighting supply stores.
Today's Trivia Question is:
What percentage of home fires begin in the kitchen?
- 17
- 24
- 42
- 56
The correct answer is 42. The National Fire Protection Association reports that "forty-two percent of reported home fires started in the kitchen or cooking area. These fires were the third leading cause of home fire deaths (15 percent) and leading cause of home fire injuries (37 percent)."
Fire safety should be on everyone's mind, especially at home.
Be safe. Make sure your home is equipped with at least one fire extinguisher. And be sure to support your local fire fighters.