Abstract: A method to inspect equipment and a system configured for perpetration of the method. Data relevant to a subject equipment item inspection are entered into an inspection system comprising the inspection interface electronically coupled to an electronic database of data relevant to equipment inspection. The proper inspection protocol, the inspector's suitability for conducting the inspection are automatically determined, inspection reports and other electronic documents necessary to conduct the inspection are generated, and the suitability of the inspected equipment is automatically determined, stored and communicated.

Abstract: A system for monitoring strain in concrete structures comprises a frame for mbedding in the structure with first and second ends of the frame proximate an edge of the structure, a fiber-optic cable mounted on the frame and extending substantially from the frame first end to the frame second end, a light source in communication with a first end of the cable, a light detector in communication with a second end of the cable, and an information processor in communication with the light detector. The cable is adapted to propagate light from the source to the detector, and the processor is adapted to identify strain in the structure from data generated by the detector.

Abstract: The Hose Handler to enable a fireman to carry a firehose without use of his hands consists of a detachable chest belt further supported by a pair of shoulder straps. One or more quick-release latches are attached to the chest belt in the regions between the attachments points for the shoulder straps, to which a lanyard supporting a firehose can be readily attached or detached.