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.
When it comes to educating the public, nothing beats a catchy slogan
A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders
Manchester-by-the-Sea firefighters competed for the best chili with the public voting for the favorite
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The program connects seniors with services available to help them age in place, such as installing grab bars in homes
Breaking the opioid overdose cycle with monitoring at home by community paramedics
The Madison Fire Department crew found the 80-year-old man lying on the ground, and finished his yard work as he was transported to the hospital
Think twice and consider community demographics and need before pursuing additional revenue through adding an ambulance service
Mayor Tony George has resurrected a Community Fire Watch program in an attempt to increase public safety, but firefighter union officials say it’s a waste of money
After treating a patient, firefighter Nick Plancich offered to play ping pong with Marjorie Harford, who was bouncing the ball alone
Every Wednesday since May 30, firefighters at Bloomington Fire Department have been leading participants in a lunchtime circuit training workout
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Jenna Newman created cards using the Picture Exchange Communication System that include images broken down into categories
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“Saved the house but not this flag. Thank you for flying old Glory,” the firefighters wrote in the note
The Malvern Fire Company canceled their annual fundraiser after threats of protests were made about the animal being cooked and served
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The study aimed to determine whether data could be used to estimate air quality impacts from smoke in areas where air monitoring stations might not be present
To prevent tragedies caused by drunk driving, the Davidson Volunteer Fire Department is offering rides to wedding guests who have had too much to drink
The Advanced Provider Response Unit program provides direct care to patients who may not need immediate transportation to the emergency room
In a climate that seems like it’s teeming with anger at all times, emergency responders must learn how to dial down the intensity
JCFD Capt. Ken Simone and two other firefighters happened to be at the pool for a community outreach event
Five Tempur-pedic mattresses will each be given to fire departments in Panama City, Lynn Haven and Panama City Beach
A crew from Pasco County Fire Rescue returned to Gene Work’s home to lay the rest of his sod, knowing he wouldn’t be back to do it before the new grass died
Gladstone police, fire and EMS officials stopped by to sip some fresh lemonade after a man interrogated Jacob Martin, 8, for not having a permit
Ben Thompson discusses what he has learned about helping people, as well as the launch of a community paramedicine program
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The firefighters passed by the family, who were using pots and pans to fill up the pool, and decided to lend a hand
IAFC FRI speakers discuss how fire and EMS departments can present data to elected officials, the media and the community at-large
The restructuring includes a new, improved wireless alert system that will cause residents’ cell phones to vibrate or sound an alarm in an emergency
Fire departments need to value community involvement, education and community paramedicine, over a low profile
Hamilton Township Professional Firefighters posted a photo on Facebook reminding the public that it is illegal to park in front of a fire hydrant
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