Exclusives
After a high-speed collision, Kootenai County EMS System chief confirms lessons about designing and operating a safer ambulance
Requiring degrees for paramedics places undue burden on those entering the field and fire-based EMS training programs
Latest shooting highlights need to stop debating and start implementing ballistic vest plans, protocols and distribution
In addition to making water go further, CAFS may reduce firefighters’ exposure to cancer-causing chemicals
As with EMS or hazmat training, fire chiefs must approach diversity training with a long-term view
The growing number of limited English speakers raises the urgency for fire chiefs to have a solid plan for communicating with them in times of need
Without each of these characteristics, officers cannot lead by example and set the tone for the next generation of leaders
This semi-pulled pumper system designed by a naval engineer redefined “big water”
Not allowing firefighters to buy commemorative badges is a fight not worth having and distracts focus from event preparation
Buying consortiums are a way to save money if you don’t mind a shared set of truck specifications
Here’s a look at why treating a firefighter with high blood pressure must be handled differently than treating civilians
How firefighters can conduct home assessments to protect residents’ properties from wildfires and to become a more fire-adapted community
There are pros and cons to running calls in a big city and a small town; here’s our readers’ advice to those aspiring to a career in firefighting
Whether using hydrants or tank dumps, pre-incident planning is critical to making sure there’s enough water for any fire
Chief Bowker relives the event that ended his career and nearly his life and examines ways firefighters can avoid dying from heart failure
Here’s a look at the state of firefighter brotherhood and how that will play into emerging industry trends
The funny, absurd and plain unfathomable are ordinary days in the fire service; here’s a look at some of the better doozies
Firefighter Andrew Puckett’s life turned upside down when his father ended his life in 1999; he now tries to live in the moment and help fellow firefighters with depression
For the safety of their community and crew, fire officers must become residential fire sprinkler advocates
The challenge of testing how clean turnout gear is without destroying it is a big one; two techniques show some early promise
We’ve built a solid body of evidence on firefighter health and well being for the white male majority group, yet have little data on others
Not every emergency scene has road access, which is all the more treacherous in winter weather; here are six solutions to getting there
Picking the correct seating involves factoring safety, staffing and storage; here’s how to do the math
Building the best future for the fire department requires concrete processes; here are 10 things every chief can do toward that end
Contra Costa Fire Protection District chose to partner with AMR for EMS services over investing in EMS ownership
Despite its vital role, the fire service is being left out of the national conversation about terrorism response; that needs to change
The human brain plays tricks on itself to cope and that can lead to dangerous fireground decisions
Those using the Zadroga Act as a political bargaining chip need to be called to task for their actions
The six-week AFG period overlapping with the holidays makes it all the more important to have the application done right
The science of proteins shows that training in the heat may be the best rehab strategy
A nozzle is one component in a water-delivery system; know the system and how each nozzle’s attributes fit into it
Like fire fuel sources, not all firefighting foams are equal; pick the right foam for the right fuel
Opinions on what color is best won’t surprise you, but why they got that color might
