Marc Bashoor

Chief’s Forum

Chief Marc S. Bashoor is a member of the FireRescue1 Editorial Advisory Board, serving as a senior fire advisor. With 40 years in emergency services, Chief Bashoor previously served as public safety director in Highlands County, Florida; as chief of the Prince George’s County (Maryland) Fire/EMS Department; and as emergency manager in Mineral County, West Virginia. Bashoor assisted the NFPA with fire service missions in Brazil and China, and has presented at many industry conferences and trade shows. Bashoor has contributed to several industry publications. He is a National Pro-board certified Fire Officer IV, Fire Instructor III and Fire Instructor. Connect with Chief Bashoor at on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. Do you have a leadership tip or incident you’d like to discuss? Send the chief an email.

LATET ARTICLES

Structure Fire

Rapid Response: Walmart facility fire highlights safety hazards of massive enclosed spaces

Fires in expansive structures – in this case 1.2 million square feet – can quickly overwhelm fire protection systems and crews

March 17, 2022 02:22 PM

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Leadership

The role of your life: Fire service success often comes down to our daily ‘auditions’

Much like directors guide actors, chief officers can direct members to display positive interactions that reflect well on the department

February 23, 2022 06:00 PM

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Fatal Incident

‘Other adults’ at the ready: We look to our members to step up in times of crisis

Following a major event, leaders and members alike must fill in for our brothers and sisters who need time to grieve and recover

January 26, 2022 06:57 PM

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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)

From ‘Black Sunday’ to Baltimore tragedy: January fires evoke pain, old and new

What makes January such a deadly month for the fire service – and what can we learn from recent incidents, like Baltimore?

January 25, 2022 11:09 AM

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Resources to Survive Mayday Incidents

Download this mayday checklist to organize your fireground ops

The checklist incorporates both the simple Who-What-Where for the person announcing the mayday and LUNAR for the IC

January 19, 2022 03:24 PM

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Mass-Casualty Incidents

NYC, Philly tragedies highlight need to strengthen CRR efforts, trauma support

In the wake of two fires that left dozens dead, including many children, we must reinforce our life safety messages and focus on member support

January 09, 2022 07:26 PM

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Leadership

‘Lunacy’: A once-convicted arsonist as fire chief – and a firefighter walkout

It’s the community that suffers when board members and first responders alike don’t prioritize the public trust

December 22, 2021 10:51 AM

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Search and Rescue

Rapid Response: Tornadoes, storms damage critical public safety infrastructure

Community support and agency coordination will be essential to assist search, rescue and recovery missions across the Midwest

December 11, 2021 07:21 PM

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Fire Careers

Stay on target: 4 critical components of fire service leadership

Tips to help fire chiefs move in the right direction – for themselves, the department and the community

November 17, 2021 12:33 PM

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FEMA

Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell highlights data in first public remarks as U.S. fire administrator

Moore-Merrell spoke to the USFA mission, data system modernization, and the return of a full-service National Fire Academy in 2022

November 11, 2021 12:08 PM

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