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.
Gear up for CRR Week through planning, participation and partnerships
Key steps for volunteer and combination departments to implement a community risk reduction program
Maximize CRR efforts by working with local agencies and tapping into federal resources
East County and Clark-Cowlitz fire chiefs understand security concerns but say a lack of access slows first responders
Following the Trump assassination attempt, first responders are fired or suspended for their social media comments
The camp offers kids a variety of traditional activities, as well as self-esteem and confidence-building sessions
We must consider patient evacuation, resource allocation and training ourselves and our communities in the wake of an assassination attempt on former President Trump
An Audubon Society group estimates there are approximately 150 people living in the Sepulveda Basin area
Firefighters in the Baton Rouge area take time to deliver CPR, and AED training to middle school students
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Rick Gilbert, Milton Hershey School senior director of campus safety, shares his strategy
New York City has over 1 million buildings, most of which predate 1960.
Over 2,000 illegal destructive devices and 10 pounds of bulk homemade explosives were also confiscated in Gardena
School’s curriculum, internship program prepared teen to properly react in critical moment
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Disaster preparation for a flood includes gathering necessities, relying on local media sources and being aware of the dangers rising waters bring
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The best way to help firefighters working wildfires is a simple “thank you”
The new position in the Owensboro Fire Department will increase community risk reduction efforts
Building a risk-based model that connects incident data, demographics and outcomes to guide decision-making
The fire department’s PSA to outdoor enthusiasts went viral on social media as temperatures soared above 100 degrees in Arizona
New ordinance allows the fire chief to declare a building a “public nuisance” and have a structure torn down
Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater is promoting stricter regulation of corrugated stainless steel tubing
The fast-growing Ga. department built a data-driven CRR model that combines public education with targeted interventions for vulnerable populations
Bruno’s impact on the fire service is far-reaching and profound, particularly in the areas of safety, command and customer service
American Hose Company No. 2’s 1948 American LaFrance fire engine is the centerpiece of the Pottsville mural
June event in Ontario will honor and recognize the invaluable contributions of firefighters
Members of the Menomonie fire and police departments were surprised by the gift
The event will take place during the International Association of Fire Chiefs Community Risk Reduction Leader Conference
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