Inconsistent discipline, eroding trust and leadership avoidance can signal deeper cultural problems that threaten firefighter safety and public confidence
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
We asked FireRescue1 readers if chiefs should regularly “ride the backstep” and join crews on scene. The result? It depends.
Evaluating the operational period and logistics, plus the “tactical trifecta,” to gauge response level
Purpose, planning, communication and reassessment can help leaders implement change without losing sight of department traditions
The Rural Health Transformation Program may be one of the biggest opportunities EMS has seen in years, but winning the money is only the first challenge
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- Retailers offer ‘thank you’ deals to mark National First Responders Day
- Pa. law eases youth fire, EMS restrictions
- Wis. municipalities double fire, EMS funding to avoid district disbandment
- N.Y. fire engine crashes after driver’s medical emergency
- Tesla semi-truck fire closes Calif. interstate for 18 hours
- Lack of volunteers forces end of Md. FD’s traditional Christmas train garden
- Multiple rescues, mayday at Mass. multi-family house fire
- Thieves steal $80,000 in rescue equipment from Pa. fire station
- Nev. officials consider selling reserve engine to pay for ladder truck repairs
- Wash. firefighters warn proposed station closure could slow response times
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WATCH & LEARN
The new Jupiter Fire Rescue Department responded to 30 calls in its first 24 hours, including administering whole blood during a medical call
Fire Chief Jonathan Killings details how El Paso’s mobile integrated health program connects community members with the right resources at the right time
We can’t all have FDNY-level staffing, but we must find staffing solutions to enhance fireground operations and survival
Fort Lupton Fire Chief Greg Ward shares how to build a simple leadership network for honest conversation, fresh ideas and real support
Dr. Danny Kistner discusses a new project exploring community understanding (or misunderstanding) of fire service capabilities
A Solano County jury found that Vallejo retaliated against former Vallejo Fire Captain Melisse Leitzke after she complained of gender discrimination
Here are things you can do now to navigate retiring from the fire department and end-of-career change
Dr. Sara Jahnke spotlights the importance of translating research into practical tools that fire departments can use
Zam shares four practical strategies to improve communication, build trust and strengthen leadership
Four Grand Blanc Township firefighters had accused township officials of retaliating after they spoke out about staffing and Fire Chief Jamie Jent’s possible dismissal