Robert Rielage

Speaking of Fire

Chief Robert R. Rielage, CFO, EFO, FIFireE, is the former Ohio fire marshal and has been a chief officer in several departments for more than 30 years. A graduate of the Kennedy School's Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government at Harvard University, Rielage holds a master's degree in public administration from Norwich University and is a past-president of the Institution of Fire Engineers – USA Branch. He has served as a subject-matter expert, program coordinator and evaluator, and representative working with national-level organizations, such as FEMA, the USFA and the National Fire Academy. Rielage served as a committee member for NFPA 1250 and NFPA 1201. In 2019, he received the Ohio Fire Service Distinguished Service Award. Rielage is currently working on two books – “On Fire Service Leadership” and “A Practical Guide for Families Dealing with a Fire or Police LODD.” Connect with Rielage via email.

Full list of Robert Rielage results

Inside the rescue that earned 3 Ohio firefighters the IAFC's Ben Franklin Award of Valor
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Three Colerain Township firefighters are recognized for their brave actions during a swiftwater rescue
Church changes: European churches get fire safety upgrades post-Notre Dame blaze
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Fueled by the tragedy in Paris, other places of worship are updating key elements of the structures and adding life safety features
We must take a stand for volunteers – our essential workers – to ease financial burdens
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The public and elected officials need to better understand the impact of inflation and rising gas prices on volunteer firefighters
Fireworks season: A refresher guide for fire departments
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Fireworks types, regulations and inspections, plus a simple tip for discouraging backyard displays
The Grenfell Tower fire tragedy: 5 years later
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As inquiries continue in the United Kingdom, issues of housing equity and inclusion persist there and stateside
A history of wartime firefighting – and what firefighters might face in the future
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Is it time to prepare U.S. firefighters to battle mass fire events similar to those witnessed during World War II?
When the DIY homeowner attempts a photovoltaic system install
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How firefighters should handle a fire in a suspected non-certified building with solar panels
‘He who does not speak up, never gets heard’: A lesson in media relations
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It’s time to be the voice sharing the hard work of our firefighter-paramedics; after all, if not us, then who?
A case of complacency: Inside the USS Bonhomme Richard fire
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The Navy warship fire highlights key themes for all fire agencies – inspections, training, command and communications
Which type of fire service leader are you?
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The study of Enneagram identifies nine leadership types to help you better know yourself and lead your members
‘Information fatigue’ is making it harder for our safety messages to stick
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The fire service must recommit to reaching our newest “hard to reach” population – the general public
Fire department preparation for fireworks season
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Firefighters should be familiar with fireworks-focused standards and state regulations
Assimilation and accommodation: Both are critical to fire service cultural change
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A quick history lesson shows how we can welcome new members and honor our past
A simple leadership challenge with a twist: Identify your heroes – now emulate them
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In “Sailing True North,” Admiral James Stavridis challenges leaders to consider who they admire, then put their virtues into action
3 ways to recruit more volunteer firefighters
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Despite rising call volumes and training requirements, more volunteers can be recruited and retained with effort and forethought
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