LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
There are several ways to approach your recruitment efforts; which is the best option for your department?
Follow these simple steps for showcasing your department to prospective members
With sleep deprivation being directly linked to poor decision-making, physical ability and communication, firefighters must be well-rested on and off the job
Empowered firefighters, visionary leaders and a shared mission define high-performing departments
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- $2M grant helps N.M. FD increase firefighter staffing sooner than expected
- Nev. FD shows crisis response teams reduce ED transports and mental health holds
- S.C. house fire highlights FD’s shrinking response area amid financial troubles
- Colo. county live fire training disrupted as burn buildings close over safety damage
- At 51, Calif. cop overcomes odds to complete firefighter academy
- Fire commission president says Palisades Fire report was sent to mayor’s office for refinements
- Former EMS chief sworn in as new FDNY commissioner
- Detroit firefighter dies after overnight shift
- LAFD chief admits Palisades Fire report was softened to protect leadership
- Families file suicide and terminal illness death-related lawsuits tied to Palisades Fire
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WATCH & LEARN
It’s critical that fire officers know how to best mitigate hostilities between members
We can’t all have FDNY-level staffing, but we must find staffing solutions to enhance fireground operations and survival
Known as the “American fire service war college,” the National Fire Academy offers advanced fire training to thousands of students each year in a variety of formats
Carroll County’s Department of Fire and EMS has successfully staffed 13 of 14 stations 24/7 with over 200 career personnel, completing its transition plan a year ahead of schedule
Lawmakers are urging FEMA to reinstate in-person training for first responders after the agency abruptly canceled courses at the National Fire Academy and Emergency Management Institute
Despite rising call volumes and training requirements, more volunteers can be recruited and retained with effort and forethought
Begin with the end in mind to lay the foundation for a successful, rewarding firefighter career and retirement
The lawsuit accuses the Silverton and Toms River fire departments, and local officials of negligence, civil rights violations and covering up decades of alleged abuse against young volunteers
It’s time to focus on self-reflection, accountability and continuous improvement
A Towns County firefighter is facing an obstruction charge for allegedly sharing crime scene photos of the Lewis twins’ deaths