Somerset County fire chiefs are arguing that county EMS crews are often first on a fire scene and could help departments facing staffing shortages
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Practical leadership approaches for setting standards, addressing problems early and creating a culture rooted in honesty and accountability
We already know the dangers associated with freelancing, fatigue, poor command, among other key challenges — so why don’t we change?
Avoiding accountability erodes trust, damages culture and drives away -high performers
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FIRE CHIEF NEWS
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- Cleveland fire trucks to alert drivers through navigation apps
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WATCH & LEARN
Chiefs Jason Wells and Holger Durre share strategies for navigating apparatus delivery delays
From application difficulty to funding competition, many barriers are more perception than reality
Mayor Jacob Frey selected the former Oakland and Hartford fire chief to lead a department facing staffing strain and firefighter trauma
Master mechanics and emergency vehicle technicians recommend the following apparatus maintenance tips to keep trucks on the road in soaring temperatures
Chiefs Brad Brown and Don Lombardi discuss important considerations for agencies using AI — and how it will never replace an incident commander’s “gut feeling”
Dena Ali explains why firefighter wellness is established long before a bad call — through culture, communication and sleep habits
Fire Chief Jim Robinson and Preet Bassi detail the purpose of the Center for Innovation, plus its governance structure, partnerships and program areas
Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore on recognizing EMS as an essential service with the funding and career pathways to match
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From five-alarm fires to pay parity battles, Bonsignore brings calm credibility to one of the toughest jobs in public safety