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.
Welfare check calls may seem routine, but they can escalate fast — learn the critical questions to ask dispatch and the red flags to watch for before knocking
When false fire alarms from a fraternity house hit a breaking point, one fire officer found the answer in equal parts authority and allyship
In Troy, officials are working to remove Red X signs from marked buildings by investing in repairs rather than demolitions
The Office of Inspector General investigation discovered $8.5M misspent in bonuses, parties, personal expenses in Jefferson Parish
Orange County officials shut down local schools after testing found high levels of asbestos, lead, arsenic, and nickel
West Deer Township residents approved a fire tax change from flat fee to millage rate
Voters in Auburn approved funding that would relocate a ladder truck and provide decontamination and training space
Los Banos firefighters stayed with Karen Garcia’s children, fixing them breakfast and getting them ready for school after their mother was taken to the hospital
RAA’s Mark Tenia shares advice for connecting your messaging with your audience to promote community support
The firefighter was an accountant for the Ocean Springs Firefighters Association with direct access to the funds
Officials press the use of smoke detectors after one person is dead and others are injured in a Springfield fire
Don’t assume residents know what your department does; spell it out and explain how additional funding would positively impact community members
Fort Worth officials declared the silos “substandard and hazardous” in 2016
“HERo Fire Camp” in Marin County offered two days of hands-on experience for young women interested in the fire service
The “Buck Up for Unity” campaign involves restaurants in Unity Township supporting seven departments
Transparent communication between city managers and fire chiefs is essential for building a strong partnership and ensuring the city’s overall wellbeing
Ashtabula Township firefighters have a second fire house staffed by part-time crews
Connect with RAs to help share kitchen safety tips, provide fire extinguisher training, and underscore proper use of small appliances
Half of all home fires involve cooking, and cooking fires are the leading cause of home fire injuries
Use data to focus your cooking safety messaging on the issues and areas that need it most
The department’s approach to campaigns underscores the importance of thorough research, inclusivity, collaboration and innovation
Emphasize life safety by ensuring all residents have working smoke detectors – a 50-year-old technology recommended by the “America Burning” report
The Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) department will send civilian responders to calls that do not warrant a police or fire response
Arizona University’s Economic Policy Institute will working with Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority on firefighter retention
The 1899 ladder wagon built by American LaFrance Fire Engine Co. will be the centerpiece of the weekend celebration
Mayor Justin Bibb’s “Residents First” program will overhaul 23 codes and allow the city to issue tickets, fines
Los Padres National Forest firefighters cleaned vandalism off a rock formation in the Los Padres National Forest
Leaders, we must stay focused the myriad issues impacting our membership, even those that can feel distant from day-to-day operations
Fire apparatus are powerful machines and must be operated responsibly and with “due regard” for the safety of the public
Mahoning and Valley township fire departments joined together to give young people a look inside the fire service
A third Albuquerque firefighter, also accused of rape, retired after allegations surfaced and all three were placed on administrative leave
The department asked citizens for their thoughts, in a survey, on tattoos as they consider changing the current policy
Over $250 million in funding available
MOST POPULAR
- A PSA to kind-hearted citizens: We cannot accept many of your donations
- ‘Shouldering the burden’: Sandy Hook firefighters’ unique role amid tragedy
- ‘Stop hiking in the heat': Phoenix FD’s message to hikers goes viral
- Stop pretending you have a fire department
- Fire inspectors: The real American heroes