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Fire service leaders must shift their recruitment and retention strategies
From showing appreciation to explaining the “why,” there are several ways to help minimize attrition rates at your department
All of these questions would be asked as “What would you do if ... " questions
If the proposal is approved, firefighters would get top priority to those seeking affordable housing solutions
A Canadian firefighter filed a complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario for religious discrimination due to a lack of vegan options while fighting fires
Chiefs Richard “Smokey” Dyer and William Jenaway advise honorees to share the prestigious award with their entire department
Chiefs John Buckman and Bill Peterson talk about the importance of working hard, paying it forward, and remaining passionate and driven
Help firefighters find the ‘why’ behind what we do and coach them to serve our communities
Sam Springsteen, 25, took a civil service exam last year, the results of which were released last weeek
IAFF Local 198 filed a lawsuit over unfair promotion and compensation practices by managing officials in Atlantic City
Michael Patterson has served 24 years on the Swansea Fire Department, including being named lieutenant in 2003
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The natural practice of mind and body awareness provides a powerful foundation for personal strength