Lansing will not renew Fire Chief Brian Sturdivant’s contract as the city faces a civil rights lawsuit accusing him of discriminatory conduct toward a female firefighter
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How we onboard recruits and probationary firefighters says a lot about department culture to firefighters and the community
Line officers stepping into administrative roles face a culture shock — and a steep learning curve — that rarely gets addressed
Strategic apparatus planning helps departments navigate rising costs, evolving technologies and staffing challenges while maintaining operational readiness
It’s essential to establish clear rules, expectations and training for all command functions
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Denver’s Deputy Director of Safety noted the assistant chief violated department policies including possession of firearms on city property
The Londonderry Fire Department chief told town officials he could not balance the department budget and keep safe staffing levels at the same time
The Alabama Fire College investigated the incident and found “a few minor changes” that Decatur Fire & Rescue officials need to address
An Alabama recruit school is under investigation after video emerges of a staged EMS response in a bathroom
Body-worn camera footage shows Memphis EMTs not providing aid during the fatal incident
Wallingford fire officers said former Fire Chief Joseph Czentnar ordered a firefighter to attend two EMS training events under his name
Biennial event offers a network of support, education and training to empower women and elevate the fire service
Two former chiefs in the prevention bureau allegedly solicited and accepted bribes from at least 2021 through 2023
Strong policies must be bolstered by training and enforcement
A Data Dream Team is working to build and implement a robust data management system for the fire service