r/Firefighting • u/BaptismByFire Western MA FF/Paramedic • 2d ago

General Discussion New ladder truck adjustment

What's up guys, my Dept. just got a new mid-mount platform 100' ladder. I was trained on a 105' rear-mount platform ladder. I know there's gonna be a learning curve on the transition, but for the truckies out here, what differences on set-up can I look forward to?

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u/Competitive-Drop2395 2d ago

Try to turn your steering wheel to "cab away" from the building if you dont get to park in an optimum spot. That allows the cab corner to move away from the area of Operations and open more working area at lower angles.