Fire Careers
Find all things related to a career in the fire service on FireRescue1’s fire career topic page, including training requirements, promotion tips, leadership content and more.
The fire service responded as it always does, tackling the challenges with vigor and determination
Competency-based leadership prioritizes measurable skills, proven performance and the ability to inspire
In a moment of global uncertainty, first responders and frontline workers stepped up when humanity needed them most; these are their stories.
Dogs have a long history helping firefighters; now they expand their role to offer physical and mental health benefits
A three-year program teaches Toledo high schoolers about careers in public safety
In this tip, Gordon Graham emphasizes the importance of well-written, accurate, complete, objective and timely incident reports
24 hours filled with constant alerts, plus meetings, training and little sleep
Dispatchers will have statewide training and certification, and will be eligible for better benefits and earlier retirement
While a lack of focus during the daily grind is a common feature of ADHD, many people with the condition also possess the ability to “hyperfocus” during emergencies
Focus on service, ownership, unity and progressiveness to help your organization grow the department
In emergency services, the efforts of the crew and lessons learned on the ground are just as important as the outcome
Understanding the diverging evolution of crew cab and chassis, equipment layouts, pumping systems and more
A career in public safety amplifies our natural human tendency to anticipate danger, which can be complicated when it expands beyond work