Fire Careers
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AI, cognitive friction and the future of fire service leadership
Firefighters report more low-air events, close calls and injuries — and limited follow-through from their organizations
The fire service is filled with former teachers, Navy SEALs, even software programmers — all offering experience that can improve department performance
Long before the badge or bugles, it’s the senior leader who sets the direction
No matter how harmless they seem, pranks demand careful timing, context and discretion
Reaching out for help is a strong, responsible choice that underscores both professional dedication and a commitment to personal well-being
Dr. Glenn Landry details the science behind good sleep and how firefighters can adapt
Former IAFC president Bill Killen reflects on his time as one of the original members of an exclusive firefighting team tasked with high-risk missions
Departments thrive when today’s chiefs invest in tomorrow’s leaders from the very beginning
Tonya Hoover led from the top of the fire service. Her daughter, Alexandria Pecia, is now forging her own way in law enforcement
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
While these schedules provide a certain degree of flexibility, they can wreak havoc on personnel wellness
Everything you wish someone had told you before starting your first day on the job