The safety analysis of fire trucks participating in road traffic

Abstract

In firefighting, the rapid and safe deployment of vehicles, as well as effective fire suppression, necessitates the use of high-quality, purpose-specific vehicles. The selection of firefighting vehicles is critically dependent on a preliminary assessment of the environment in which they will be deployed. For instance, the requirements for vehicles intended for the Great Hungarian Plain differ significantly from those needed for mountainous regions. On flat terrains, the composition of the soil must be considered: whether the vehicle will operate in a sandy area or perhaps in a marshy region. In mountainous areas, the challenges posed by steep inclines, declines, and sharp turns must be addressed by both the fire trucks and their drivers. Additionally, fire trucks are generally larger and heavier than conventional vehicles, necessitating heightened attention to traffic safety considerations. Our research aims to investigate the factors that must be considered for heavy-duty vehicles, particularly during their approach to the incident site or during sudden braking maneuvers.