# Mickey Farrell and Bob Pressler Talk Fireground Coordination

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Podcast: [Fire Engineering Podcast Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fire-engineering-podcast-network-1075754)
Published: 2026-08-15T23:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://fireengineeringpodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/mickey-farrell-and-bob-pressler%ef%bb%bf-talk-fireground-coordination/
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## Resource

Operational discipline, clear communication, and understanding: That's what fireground coordination is about. In this episode of Generation Engine, host Anthony Rowett welcomes seasoned fire service veterans Mickey Farrell and Bob Pressler to break down the mechanics of a unified response. They explore how crucial decisions are made long before crossing the threshold, shift-change size-ups, monitoring early radio transmissions, and assessing company staffing levels. They also address the essential dynamics among engine, truck, and rescue operations, highlighting why finding and isolating the seat of the fire takes priority, how to properly execute tactical directives such as "staying at the door," and the critical need to identify preplanned areas of refuge.

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