A multi-department merger forming the South Madison Fire Territory will take effect Jan. 1, adding full-time staffing, hiring dozens of firefighters and medics
The GHSA-Waymo online course covers extrication, vehicle shutdowns and safe interaction with autonomous cars during emergencies
Hamilton Fire Chief David Haverdink died Christmas Day after being struck by a vehicle while working a medical call on M-40
After-action reports one year after the Palisades and Eaton fires point to staffing, coordination and evacuation gaps, driving changes to improve future wildfire response
FDNY officials say a sharp rise in fire fatalities among New Yorkers age 65 and older is “very concerning,” with seniors accounting for nearly two-thirds of the city’s fire deaths so far this year
EXCLUSIVES
Better Every Shift asks:
Are you documenting everything? Here’s why you should.
Are you documenting everything? Here’s why you should.
Tracking exposures, traumatic calls, hazmat incidents and unique situations creates a personal record that protects you long after the call ends.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
Prepare your department to secure funding for safety equipment that matches today’s operational demands
From idea to implementation, fire service leaders detail the process of standing up health centers that are redefining firefighter readiness
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
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Fashion & Accessories
Why reliability matters for firefighters, EMTs, paramedics and station personnel
As home fire risks grow more complex, departments are working with developers to show how sprinklers enhance safety and reduce long-term costs
From drones and AI to virtual reality, emerging innovations promise to reshape operations, enhance safety and strengthen decision-making across the fire service
Public safety drones are purpose-built to meet the real-world challenges faced by first responders
OFF DUTY
Pack your gear, fire up that stove, and get ready to chow down like a king under the stars
Train smarter and stronger with these fitness tools
From painter’s tape to a post-project wash box, stock up on these DIY essentials
Our handy guide helps you make informed choices about cruise lengths, packing essentials and pre-cruise preparation
Memorial Day has a specific purpose, and maintaining that purpose is important
Show your pet’s public safety pride with these pet sweaters, tags and costumes
Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living
Take charge of your health with these helpful kitchen tools for better nutrition
Strengthen your on-duty and off-duty workouts with kettlebells that promise durability and versatility for all fitness levels
Elevate your fitness routine with our picks for the most durable and versatile pull-up bars perfect for any home gym
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