Who created Sparky the dog?
-The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced today that it has teamed up with Emmy-award winning and best-selling author Don Hoffman and illustrator Todd Dakins to create Sparky the Fire Dog®, a picture book to be released on October 1, 2011, in celebration of the NFPA mascot’s 60th birthday.
Who is Sparky the Fire Dog?
Sparky the Fire Dog, the official mascot for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is a Dalmatian on a mission. He’s here to help educate kids and their parents on fire prevention and public safety.
Who does the NFPA regulate?
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.
Does ERG mean?
It has the symbol erg. The erg is not an SI unit. Its name is derived from ergon (ἔργον), a Greek word meaning ‘work’ or ‘task’. An erg is the amount of work done by a force of one dyne exerted for a distance of one centimetre….
| erg | |
|---|---|
| British Gravitational System | 7.375621×10−8 ft⋅lbf |
What does ERG mean?
ERG
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| ERG | Emergency Response Guidebook |
| ERG | Electronics Research Group |
| ERG | European Regulators Group (EU) |
| ERG | Environmental Research Group |
What is the purpose of an erg?
An Employee Resource Group (ERG) is a network within a company where employees meet up (in person or remotely) based on shared characteristics, experiences or goals. The groups offer a chance to network and socialize, work on professional development, and to raise awareness of relevant issues.
What is ERG used for?
Full Field Electroretinography (ERG) is a test used to detect abnormal function in the retina (the light-detecting portion of the eye).
What does ERG stand for in Zwift?
Erg mode
Do you change gears on Zwift?
No need to change gear here, Zwift tells the trainer what the resistance should be at any given moment, you just have to keep those pedals spinning.
What is a good FTP?
A lighter cyclist who can put out raw high wattage numbers is going to go a lot faster. The article claims that a typical fit cyclist might be able to crank out 250 to 300 watts as an average for a 20 minute FTP (functional threshold point) test, while the pros usually average 400 watts.
Should you use ERG?
For workouts where cadence is the key parameter, use Erg Mode. If you have to focus on both the power and cadence, it’s hard to do either well. Erg Mode is just as useful when it comes to keeping you from riding too hard as it is when it comes to keeping you from riding too easy.
Why does Zwift feel so hard?
“The racing is short and particularly intense,” he explained. “It is 45-90 minutes of racing instead of three to six hours. The consequence for the riders is that there is no opportunity to save energy like they have in road races, so they have to make prolonged, all-out efforts that push them to their physical limit.”
Should I use ERG mode for ramp?
The ramp portion of the test should be done in ERG mode. After the ramp is completed, you will switch to level mode as you recover and remain in level mode for the constrained effort. If you do not have a smart trainer, you can still do the test using a power meter or with virtual watts.