Expert Columnists & Contributors
FireRescue1 features a diverse team of fire service leaders and experts, tackling topics that touch on every facet of a firefighter’s career, from the early days serving as a firefighter recruit at the Academy to training on fire-rescue operations to commanding incidents and, ultimately, the department.
Columnists and authors hail from volunteer, career and combination departments, big and small, stretching across the country. They are experts in their respective fields, and many have advanced degrees and certifications to support their ongoing training.
For information about how to submit articles, please visit the FireRescue1 Article Guidelines for Authors page.
RECENT ARTICLES
Who among us, in a moment of fatigue and frustration, hasn’t imagined parking the ambulance somewhere the sun doesn’t shine
9/11, tech growth, expanded assignments, and warp-speed changes define the decade
61% of respondents reported being on the scene of a secondary roadway crash
We need to go beyond what went wrong to include what went right – and why
Feedback, active listening and personal connections are critical to crew cohesion
A functioning command post needs a paper or electronic tool to be successful
Training, communication and safety mindsets show mixed results, but simple steps can set crews on the path to greatness
Departments that regularly conduct AARs are well-positioned to streamline their performance and increase their margin of safety
It is in our healthcare system gaps in coverage where the community paramedic lives and can show their worth