Trending Topics
Bashoor3.jpg

Chief Marc Bashoor

Chief’s Forum

Chief Marc S. Bashoor joined the Lexipol team in 2018, serving as the FireRescue1 and Fire Chief executive editor and a member of the Editorial Advisory Board. 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. Chief Bashoor assisted the NFPA with fire service missions in Brazil and China, and has presented at many industry conferences and trade shows. He 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.

LATEST ARTICLES
The Microsoft/CrowdStrike failure exposed glaring vulnerabilities to our systems and now serves as a critical reminder to train on contingency plans
Some fire department health programs aren’t enough – or simply don’t exist – putting you in charge of your preventative health plans
As we honor a fallen brother, we must consider our personal readiness to face tragedy and take action
If you seem to thrive in a negative environment, it might be time to reconsider your purpose in the fire service
Yes, we are the providers, but we are still human, and we must listen to our bodies and advocate for our health
A Data Dream Team is working to build and implement a robust data management system for the fire service
Chief Marc Bashoor details what makes this year’s event unique
From windshield box alarms to command post practice, these drills solidify your command skills
Reflecting on OSHA requirements and the position paper that has everyone talking
Keep clear and visible lines of command and continuously observe, orient, decide and act to bring calm to the chaos at an emergency scene