Fire Careers
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From unused vacation time to long-term investments, there’s lots to settle before saying farewell
Does your estate plan include an advanced directive?
The issue of age isn’t a simple problem to solve, particularly in the volunteer fire service that’s struggling for members
The Snyder Fire Department’s new four-phase recruitment strategy is already showing results
From setting clear expectations to sharing feedback, simple actions can go a long way to establish yourself as a trusted team member
“Starting over again gives you the opportunity to see things in a new light”
Firefighters regularly work with 13 different kinds of equipment that can produce noise that exceeds the 85-decibel threshold
During a welfare check, the firefighters found a woman who appeared to be deceased and reported this to a doctor, but neither had assessed the patient
The job of first responders can be rewarding, but it can also be difficult; learn how to combat stress on the job
Limited staffing calls for being efficient in planning, training and member skills
Your most difficult project will forever be improving yourself – mind, body and spirit
Judgment is sometimes a matter of life or death, but it is also a matter of professional credibility
The week starts with motivation, weaves through myriad activities, and concludes with a restorative weekend – and possibly some duty officer work