Exclusives
Dallas Fire Chief David Coatney credits enhanced RIT training for rescue of three Dallas firefighters in an apartment fire structural collapse
Fire-based EMS revenue structures and a success story in operating on user fees while providing excellent service
Challenge the file cabinets of past history in your fire department to achieve a visionary future
Most of the firefighting risks we face should be extinct; they’ve survived off inconsistent and conflicting messages about safe behavior
Like beauty, perfection is in the eye of the beholder, and when it comes to ladder trucks, truckies have a keener sense than most of what makes a perfect truck
Being ill-prepared for things like firefighter pregnancy and breastfeeding hurts a department’s ability to attract the best firefighters and stay out of court
In order to stand up in court, a fire investigator’s opinion must have the backing of formal and on-going education
Fire service reputation and tradition can be at cross purposes; yet, outdated practices can be sacrificed for reputation without hurting tradition
Firefighters working out during shift has been tied to on-duty injuries; scientists dig deep into those numbers to show what they really mean for firefighter safety
Restored with care and love or rusting alone in a forgotten field, old fire trucks contain what we value most — stories
There are two types of coaching fire officers engage in, and both take unique skills to get the desired results from the coached firefighter
Whether just starting a firefighting career or a seasoned officer, being adept at getting the most out of an after-incident critique makes firefighters and the department better
Firefighter Patrick Cullum discusses the pain and lessons from an incident that killed Chief Kenneth Lehr and his desire to honor his mentor and friend
Most certified PPE is on the up and up, but that’s not always the case; here’s how to identify suspect certification claims
Roadsides are among the most dangerous environments firefighters and medics enter; here are ways to keep your crew safe on scene
Technology and innovation are improving safety and functionality at the tip of the ladder
Know your jurisdiction and your staff, then choose tools from among these different types that best meet those needs
It’s the building type all firefighters should dread as fire will spread fast and unhampered through the walls and floors
A portion of the proceeds from the book will go to benefit volunteer firefighters around the country
A government shutdown at the end of the month could spell trouble for those making purchases with fire grants; here’s what to look for and what to do
The journey of acceptance, recovery and paying it forward is retold so that others can live cancer-free lives
An NFA course teaches fire chiefs about the five power types and offers eight steps to bringing about the change they want
Making sure firefighter communication is understood is a key to safe firefighting; here are ways to ensure what is sent is received
The session will examine how EMS and fire chiefs can improve communication with millennials
Flawless execution on the fireground is a matter of life and death; training like fighter pilots can get your crew to perfect execution
The grant period opens in about two weeks; have these bases covered to giver your application the best chance at success
Recalls happen more often than you think; learn how those who have had rigs recalled dealt with being down a truck
As the career-volunteer fire department model gains popularity, here are some of the leadership pitfalls and how to avoid them
The lessons from a literal assassination in November 1963 hold wisdom for overcoming the fire service’s figurative leadership assassinations
When personal relationships between fire chiefs and their bosses reach irreconcilable differences, the chief can start packing
Showing the measurable results of cuts to fire department staffing is the only thing municipal leaders understand; here’s how to make that case
News of new AFG rules are causing a great deal of undue fear in the fire service; here’s what you need to know to not run afoul
Want to add some holiday bling to your fire rig? Here’s a look at one department that goes all-out and how they do it
