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
Understanding your community’s needs and creating custom community engagement plans by station
She helped local EMTs pay for their training and continuing education courses
Citizens voted to replace the town’s self-governing fire department with a municipal-run outfit after all but one member of the department quit last month
Several people commented to ask why the firefighters couldn’t have simply gone over or under the car
Anaheim Fire & Rescue posted photos of a fire hose going through the broken windows of a car and urged the public to be aware of fire hydrants
Dig deeper with interview questions that reveal how a candidate will shape the fire service values and culture in years to come
A Harrisburg Fire Department crew stepped in to watch two boys after it was determined their parents needed to be transported to the hospital
Some fire and emergency services associations believe the changes to the first responders’ advisory board could politicize the group
Natacha Davis stood before 300 first responders and told them how the caring she found at a fire station helped her to finally overcome her addiction
Battalion Chief Thomas Cope said he saw Jackson McNary come out to help in his firefighter Halloween costume while they responded to a burning shed
Manchester Fire Department Lt. Mike Rheault engaged with a 9-year-old boy after responding to a fire alarm in his apartment building
In response to the warning, fire department officials said they are still “more than prepared and well equipped” to respond to emergencies
Firefighters, EMS providers and police officers surprised the Pierro family with gifts and well wishes a month after 6-year-old Kierra underwent cardiac arrest
Durham Deputy Fire Chief Chris Iannuzzi stressed the importance of checking decorations and testing smoke detectors after the first tree fire of the year
Gather stakeholders and resources, capitalize on the holidays and perform a community education blitz after tragedy to stop preventable fire deaths
Four Kern County firefighters bought more than 200 Target gift cards and gave them away to Butte County residents on their days off
The Hattiesburg Fire Department raised $1,400 for Harlie Williams, 8, who was the recipient of their annual No Shave November fundraiser
The growing population of Stamford means more cars on the road, and less space for first responders
PulsePoint alerts users to cardiac arrests within a quarter mile of their location, so people can provide treatment before paramedics arrive
The Brownsville Fire Department is working to get to the root problems behind 911 callers who frequently ask for assistance—as often as two to five times per week
A driver who said he ran over a fire hose because he “had to get to the store” is on the hook to pay for any damage to the hose and faces a fine of up to $300
Teaming up with local colleges can bring your community paramedicine program expert assistance today while paving the way for progress tomorrow
Sometimes community education isn’t enough to prevent disasters
Visitors stepping into the 911 Emergency Ops exhibit will experience the real-life intensity of a public safety command center and learn about the role of a 911 dispatcher
The Community Health Needs Assessment is the starting point for launching a mobile integrated health program the hospital will pay your department to run
The Harrisburg Fire Department rescued 3-year-old Jackson’s birthday after seven of the eight families invited were unable to attend
Safariland instructors showed a group of trainees how to react when “hide and hope” is not an option in an active shooter situation
Reflecting the community helps the fire service provide better service
Students at Spanish Oaks Elementary School thanked the firefighters for battling the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain Fires with heartfelt notes
Officials said the fees will be charged for emergencies involving vehicle accidents, helicopter landings, illegal fires, hazmat releases and water emergencies
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