Community Risk Reduction
Fire departments are primary advocates for community risk reduction (CRR). While fire prevention, inspections and public education remain integral parts of fire department activities, the CRR concept takes a more holistic approach to improving civilian and firefighter safety.
“Our first responders are everyday heroes, and we are so grateful for their service,” President Joe Biden said
We may be humble public servants, but that doesn’t mean we can’t spotlight our impact, particularly when the public is paying attention
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
We can’t make good progress as a fire service with leaders making decisions based on likes instead of needs
EMS Chief Dr. Mike McEvoy reminds, “There is no other component of the fire service that saves more lives than EMS”
It will take a unique mix of leadership, external communications and technological solutions to reverse the downward trend in volunteerism
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch about fire service volunteerism, recruitment and retention efforts, and professionalism
North Bend voters will decide whether to reduce the public safety fee, which union members worry will lead to significant cuts
Don’t let the current crisis destroy your previously identified individual goals and departmental priorities
Home Fire Sprinkler Week aims to spread awareness about sprinklers and home fire safety through online resources
Delray Beach Fire Rescue purchased 150 test kits using $9,000 donated by community members
Warners-Memphis Volunteer Fire Capt. Dan Hogan is recovering after 26 days in the hospital and was greeted with cheers and sirens upon arriving home
Some Schenectady officials criticized the parade as a waste of resources, as dozens of first responders in the city face potential layoffs due to the pandemic
Paul Latino, who caught the virus at work, encourages others to consider making a potentially life-saving donation
Firefighters said the eight boxes containing 160 N95 respirators were left with their engine without a note while the crew was out shopping for groceries
Tips for staying positive and focused on the community during times of high stress
With funerals and memorials now delayed, held virtually or at a distance, we worry about the impact on grieving families
Spring Hill Firefighter Mitchell Earwood, 34, died at his home when the storm swept through Middle Tennessee on Sunday
The commission, which normally has a “zero tolerance” policy on gifts for public officials, will allow some exceptions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The New Hampshire Fire Marshal’s Office explained proper methods for sterilizing face masks while warning that microwaving them can start fires
The camp, which normally serves children with serious illnesses, is equipped with onsite medical facilities
Stewartville Fire and Rescue had suspended its first response service earlier this month to preserve PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic
Communities members raised more than $6,000 in one day for Moyers Corners Fire Lt. Steve Rush and his family after the blaze
Four fire department representatives share their tips for reinforcing health and safety messages during the pandemic
The chief of the burn center said an increase in home cooking due to stay-at-home orders has led to an increase in patients needing emergency burn care
Share these COVID-19 myth busters with your communities and encourage them to seek direction from their healthcare providers
The collaborative will track PPE use and identify shortages to ensure each department gets the supplies it needs
Volunteer Firefighter Joe Lott, who has volunteered with two Georgia fire departments for 15 years, was helping with tornado cleanup when his house caught fire
Frederick County firefighters collaborated with a local farm to cheer up nursing home residents during the pandemic
The more of you who break social distancing orders, the more first responders who will become sick and unable to serve
If members of your community are looking for ways to help during the COVID-19 pandemic, direct them to these blood donation FAQs
The Colorado Emerald Society Pipes and Drums band have begun playing in their neighborhoods every day at sunset as a show of solidarity
City officials said they seek to protect employees’ privacy, but a union official said employees also want to know how many department members are affected
MOST POPULAR
- FDNY: 2 children killed in e-bike fire ‘didn’t have a chance to get out of the building’
- Going live: ‘Captain Ben’ utilizes social media for station tours, safety education, fire prevention outreach
- Top 8 heartwarming firefighter stories of 2020
- Nearly 500 responses keep St. Louis firefighters busy on July 4
- Va. training coordinator to receive VCOS Training Officer Recognition Award