Ashland’s Central Station crew, led by Battalion Chief Jarrod Duncan, embodies relentless dedication, daily training, and a deep sense of duty
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Mass gathering coverage plans and preparedness need to include nearby residents, as well as event staff, volunteers and participants
Just like an overgrown rose bush, if your department’s policies, procedures and practices have not been evaluated for efficiency, you will experience a lack of growth in all areas
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve firefighter retention
Lessons learned from organizational culture-focused research
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- LODD: Mo. FF/medic fatally stabbed by patient during transport
- LAFD’s DEI bureau faces cuts in mayor’s proposed budget
- ‘No way of knowing who to trust': Hidden camera found inside women’s bunkroom in Calif. firehouse
- Ariz. FD aims to cut costs despite increasing calls
- Ill. FFs recognized for rescue of 5 in apartment fire
- N.C. officials consider cutting FF sick, vacation time
- Conn. FF shortages hit crisis point as recruitment drops and overtime soars
- Murder, arson charges filed in Chicago LODD
- Ill. medevac crew injured when helicopter crashes, burns during training
- NFL Draft photos: Fire, EMS, police on the clock
FIRE CHIEF DIGITAL EDITIONS
IAFC & FIRE-RESCUE INTERNATIONAL
WATCH & LEARN
Be prepared to answer common questions and share go-to life safety and recruitment messages
“The closure of the National Fire Academy is ridiculous,” says Chief Caughey, urging fire service leaders to take action
With available tuition discounts, higher education can enhance a firefighter’s career growth, salary and leadership potential
Evanston firefighters faced discipline for posing in Trump masks while on duty, violating city policies on political activity in the workplace
Chief Marc Bashoor told Wolf Blitzer that the training pause will lead to a “degradation in our services”
After a Delray Beach fire truck collided with a Brightline train, fallout continues with ride-alongs suspended, administrators recusing themselves and investigations into licensing and safety
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, Chief Josh Waldo and Chief Marc Bashoor offer potential solutions that would accommodate both training and program reviews
FDNY
A new policy aims to curb sexual harassment claims, including a $350K settlement to former “Jersey Shore” star and EMT Angelina Pivarnick over alleged misconduct
Four questions to help leaders refine how to educate their members on fire department discrimination and reporting practices
The only way to finally end sexual harassment within our ranks is if everyone speaks up when they see it or experience it