Lakeville Hose Co. junior members Skyler and Eden Ohmen helped teach K–3 fire safety and demoed gear
FF/Paramedic AJ Gonzales and FF/EMT Makayla Bowers used irons and a water can to reach the victim, then performed intubation and administered a Cyanokit
The court reinstated a pension board’s rejection, ruling the traumatic events behind the PTSD were expected within firefighting duties and thus didn’t meet the fund’s “unexpected event” standard
An electrical short ignited the cab of the Harford rescue engine as the crew escaped within minutes
The Highland Fire Protection District used an Assistance to Firefighters Grant to buy 33 sets of turnout gear, 10 sets of EMS gear, new helmets, boots and gloves, plus extrication and wildland equipment
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Best practices for a successful grant application
The panelists answer attendee questions related to NFPA 3000, PPE, grants, armed firefighters, RTFs, working with law enforcement, and more
Tips for enhancing your live-fire training, focusing on factors like ALS transport, hoseline deployment, gpms, interior and exterior safety officers, and more
From cardiac care to supplements and yoga, Better Every Shift answers your questions from the live podcast event
Chief Marc Bashoor joins a special live Better Every Shift to discuss what it really means to be a healthy firefighter
Among a sea of strong candidates, how does an aspiring company or chief officer stand out?
Reviewing NFPA 3000, the current state of active-shooter event training, plus unique approaches to ASHE response
View this webinar to hear about use cases deployed on Zebra devices running Windows Pro and how you can adopt these technologies for your teams
Learn how technology will shape the future of public safety operations, based on results of the second annual Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications survey
Optimize your readiness for natural and manmade disasters and other expanded response efforts
Facts are your friends when it comes to making the case for more money
Get an early look at the changes on the table and their likely consequences, and learn more about the decision to restructure PPE-focused standards
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Firefighters are protected from hidden station hazards with direct exhaust capture, air purification and real-time monitoring
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.
How lessons from COVID-19 are shaping the next evolution in PPE for law enforcement, fire, EMS and corrections
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
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Discover actionable strategies for EMS teams to minimize errors through rest, focus and teamwork
OFF DUTY
Understanding the origin, meaning and controversy related to the thin red line flags
There’s a fire service-inspired costume for everyone on our list, from babies to kids to adults and, yes, even your pets
One study shows that injuries for firefighters working 48-hour shifts are highest during the second day of the shift
Follow this expert guide to cleaning, conditioning and polishing your police boots, belts and gear the right way
Explore top self-defense tools like TASERs, pepper spray and personal alarms. Learn how to choose, use, and store them safely and legally
Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you
The habit? Working out with your dog in ways that support movement, recovery and routine
The uniform doesn’t come with a manual for pet ownership — this might help
Looking to supplement your income? These side jobs are perfect for firefighters
No matter the challenges that face you, you find a way to respond to those in need
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