Exclusives
Fires in expansive structures – in this case 1.2 million square feet – can quickly overwhelm fire protection systems and crews
Aretha had it right – it’s all about R-E-S-P-E-C-T, which for us means improving relationships with other agencies and officials
Emotional intelligence and conflict management skills are critical components of fire service leadership
Firefighter Bart van Leeuwen advocated for better firefighter education to help fire departments implement game-changing information technology
Are you following the letter of the law when using unmanned aircraft systems in fire operations?
Fire and civic leaders from around the world encouraged attendees to serve their communities with passion in the best job in the world
Accountability, cooling and medical monitoring devices are important components of an effective firefighter rehab program
Firefighters must remain mentally engaged in assessing the conditions to determine when positive outcomes can be safely achieved
For opioid toxicity to occur the drug must enter the blood and brain from the environment
Orange radio boxes, oxygen trunks, antiquated stretchers and duct tape: the tools of the fire/EMS first responder have come a long way
Match the parameters of your water rescue with the appropriate shore-based rigging or deployment of motorized watercraft
Here’s how to live your best life in the fire service, according to Poor Richard’s words of wisdom
Assess the structure, calculate the best means of fire attack and assess the efficacy of firefighting measures to ensure everyone goes home
Here’s how volunteer departments and smaller career departments can right-size their apparatus without giving up operational capabilities
Master mechanics and emergency vehicle technicians recommend the following apparatus maintenance tips to keep trucks on the road in soaring temperatures
A retired fire chief battling cancer spreads awareness of firefighter cancer prevention, legislation and challenges
Leading through positive example and clear expectations crafts firefighters who achieve their full potential
Battalion chief tells mutual aid partners to call back if things get worse
Pay attention to warning signs and avoid the collapse zone during fireground operations
Training civilians in lifesaving care of family, friends and neighbors can increase a community’s resilience to tornadoes, hurricanes and other natural disasters
Knowing how to build an incident action plan and practicing it to proficiency is critical for all fire officers
Many aspects of a trans-Atlantic effort to foresee the fire service’s future have come to fruition
Firefighters are more susceptible to sleep disorders and their inherent dangers and health implications
Decreasing productivity, lack of participation, bullying as humor, and a loss of confidence are the first signs of a problematic atmosphere in your firehouse
Training exercises carry the same risks as real fires and should be approached with even more caution
These videos show why it can be fatal to assume a power source is not energized
Changing from an active to a passive system might solve the persistent issue of lack of accountability as a contributing cause to firefighter LODDs
Fire-Rescue International conference speakers discuss the magnitude of the epidemic and the challenges it presents for the fire and EMS service
A large-scale event will push everyone, company officers included, outside their comfort zone, but firefighter safety must remain a top priority
Exploring changes in product offerings, recommendations and use criteria for fire hoods
When a thank you seems inadequate, explore other ways to appreciate the service of America’s service members
Here are three products displayed at Fire-Rescue Med which meet my evaluation criteria for new fire and EMS equipment
Rope rescue teams need to utilize improved and safer technologies for attaching the attendant to the litter and belaying a live load
