The Kansas City Fire Department skipped formal after-action reviews after two LODDs, citing trauma and threshold criteria despite guidelines and NFFF’s “always debrief” stance
How quickly can you identify the people, exhibits and places at FRI
Police say the firefighter was charged with assault, harassment and weapons possession and released without bail
Viroqua Fire Department’s new station, partially funded by a $5.25M grant, has modern safety features, expanded apparatus and training space, sleeping quarters and a public welcome center
Fire Chiefs Jeremy Craft and Daniel Krushinski were honored for their exemplary representations of leadership
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
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
Get the insights, expert advice and tools to help your agency score big on grants
Best practices for building your next apparatus – or fleet
Los Angeles-area chiefs detail lessons from the January firestorm to guide all-hazards response
Hear from EMS systems and leaders turning the promise of whole blood into a proven practice for trauma patients
Learn valuable strategies to achieve the station you need
How to turn data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and safer outcomes
Learn what the coming changes mean for your department’s gear and air management program
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
What if you could detect airborne chemical threats without ever setting foot in the hot zone?
Dr. Rachelle Zemlok takes the Better Every Shift crew inside the psychologist’s office during First Responder Wellness Week
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
The firehouse kitchen table has long been the place to continue traditions and share lessons learned
Discover the untapped power of drones in the fire service
Solving a complex problem with practical technologies
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It’s not just about strength or stamina; it’s about grit, mental toughness, and using your body in new ways
OFF DUTY
Five considerations for patient assessment, scene safety and patient handoff when responding off duty
Reflecting on why other officers didn’t speak up during George Floyd’s detainment
Nonprofit helps firefighters promote creativity to counterbalance the negative impacts of the job
A training-focused approach to putting generational conflicts aside – and learning from each other
Thoughtful station design can help firefighters find stress relief and a greater sense of well-being
Fass leaves a legacy of contributions to EMS health and fitness, safety and readiness
Mynda Ohs shares advice based on her own marriage to a firefighter and her background in counseling first responders
Famed fire illustrator Paul Combs encourages firefighters to use their passion to inspire greatness in moments big and small to leave a mark on the fire service
Check out these video clips for the most important words to know when working with someone who is deaf or hearing-impaired
Know when to stop, how much assistance to provide and how to hand off patient care to responding authorities
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Starting a fire department from scratch is great when money is no object; when resources are scarce, you improvise
Lt. Rom Duckworth and Chief Rob Wylie also remind firefighters to stay safe while participating in community events
Teaming up with local colleges can bring your community paramedicine program expert assistance today while paving the way for progress tomorrow