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Fire service leaders converged at the IAFC Technology Summit International to address improved analytics, the future of NERIS and the potential impact of AI
Prevention, increased demands and community awareness are what the Woodland Fire Department will address over five years
When it comes to planning and politics, not every action must have an equal and opposite reaction
The expanding wildland-urban interface means tree fires pose an even greater risk to city and residential fire crews
Don’t assume residents know what your department does; spell it out and explain how additional funding would positively impact community members
Transparent communication between city managers and fire chiefs is essential for building a strong partnership and ensuring the city’s overall wellbeing
A California fire department and utility company devised the exercise to underscore National Preparedness Month messaging to plan for disasters
A well-written strategic plan will provide awareness of what’s going on in your specific environment
Following the 9/11 Report, we have continued to struggle with command and communications
It’s important firefighters understand the construction differences between a historic 100-year-old building and a house built six months ago
Adaptive challenges require an ongoing process of learning, experimentation and adaptation
Before a fire breaks out, corrections staff and firefighters should pre-plan how to respond
How the branches, groups and volunteers for the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend work together to support the families of fallen firefighters
Are you truly ready for your next “smell of gas” call? Gordon Graham reminds you to appreciate the risk and prepare
Fire Chief Reggie Johnson and Communications Shift Supervisor David Bradshaw address the mayday call, fill-in response, and heroic acts amid loss of life
Preplanning is an integral part of the fire service’s responsibilities and should be a priority for all departments
Informed decision-making must occur before, during and after the incident
You can protect others, but what about yourself? Make sure you’re personally ready in the event of an emergency so you can assist others in their time of need
Police and fire agencies worked together to prepare and care for a major ski event
The panelists answer attendee questions related to NFPA 3000, PPE, grants, armed firefighters, RTFs, working with law enforcement, and more
Key factors fire departments should consider when developing procedures for EVs and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries
“We can’t plan for everything, but with the right people, policies, training, and supervision in place we can best handle whatever may come our way”
The incident in Ohio serves as a reminder for all first responders to both train and coordinate early and often with community partners
Live fire training must be managed with rigorous preparation and adherence to regulations
We have essentially eliminated most of the redundant (and time-tested) fire protection features that we need to fight fires in these structures
Tips for who to invite, where to hold the meeting and what to discuss at this opportunity for open and honest discussion
Consider what you want to accomplish in the next 12 months and build an actionable framework to achieve it
Mayday training, preplanning, mutual-aid agreements and scene size-ups emerge as common themes in major incidents