The agency is again accepting applications for its Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program after a court order, but new rules could make it harder for smaller communities to compete for funding
The Strategic Scan details the drivers of program development as well as key considerations for program design and funding
Nearly two-thirds of Groton respondents backed adding firefighters to boost minimum staffing, as officials weigh costs and next steps
Raleigh firefighters upgraded the call to a working fire, quickly knocking down the blaze in about 15 minutes
Bodycam video shows Allentown firefighters rescuing trapped residents from second-floor windows
EXCLUSIVES
Do you run mental rehearsals for fireground work?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Dr. Rich Gasaway explains the power of visualization in fireground training and decision-making.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
A tactical playbook for firefighters, company officers and chief officers
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
From the Super Bowl to the Olympics, veteran chiefs reveal how to build a unified command structure that holds under pressure — before the first siren sounds
From idea to implementation, fire service leaders detail the process of standing up health centers that are redefining firefighter readiness
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
Prepare your department to secure funding for safety equipment that matches today’s operational demands
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
From checklists to command-post placement, leaders must build the foundation for confident command
Turn fragmented systems into seamless collaboration during critical incidents
Battalion Chief Steve Conn and Lt. Bassel Ibrahim detail mayday lessons from real-world events and progressive training
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
Exploring what the survey data reveals about how fireground tactics are executed and how safety culture is perceived
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Modern fire apparatus may meet emissions standards, but diesel exhaust can still linger inside stations – and firefighters’ lungs
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for rescue-specific gear
When personnel can raise concerns without fear of exclusion or reprisal, the organization becomes safer, stronger, and better equipped to serve the public
OFF DUTY
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
Discover how one public safety professional rebuilt her identity and found new purpose after an injury led to early retirement in her 30s
Preparing yourself for colder conditions will decrease your odds of missing out on training time due to sickness or injuries
Through Project Fire Buddies, firefighters volunteer time to lift up the most vulnerable children in their communities
Become familiar with the signs associated with date rape drugs like Ketamine, GHB and Rohypnol, and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim
From deep fryers to cookie cutters, get everything you need to tackle holiday meal prep and serving with ease
Modern amenities to keep you productive and healthy
Discover essential tools to help individuals with limited mobility navigate daily life more easily and securely
Dating might be a battlefield, but with these tips and tools, you’ll be ready to navigate it like a pro
Use a portable power station to quickly and quietly charge radios, smartphones and power lighting and other devices when other power sources are not available
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FEATURED EDUCATION
Wilkes-Barre FD members returned to class with questions; “It provided timelessness,” said Thomas Franko, Wilkes University assistant professor
The Folds of Honor scholarships are awarded yearly to the spouse and/or dependents of a responder who has fallen or been catastrophically wounded
The Charlie Riley Community Service Scholarship Foundation has given 333 scholarships over 17 years