FEATURED INCIDENT COMMAND COVERAGE
Learn now to prepare firefighters at every level to step up and lead when it counts
Explore the most-popular resources of the year, from tactical guidance and command insights to station planning and wellness support
When resources run short during disasters, disciplined command becomes the key to prioritizing needs and coordinating aid
Detailing how the first-arriving unit should take command, perform an initial size-up, and communicate with dispatch and other responding units
Survey results reveal why many fireground tools struggle to gain traction — and what it takes for technology to become part of standard operations
It’s essential to establish clear rules, expectations and training for all command functions
Breaking down the role of division officers in reducing command overload and supporting tactical execution on complex incidents
We must create an environment that preserves the incident commander’s cognitive bandwidth
Effective incident command requires decisiveness, adaptability and a commitment to both operational outcomes and personnel well-being
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
The chain of command and issuance of orders can become complicated if all parties involved do not respect the system and its boundaries
A logistics team is essential for streamlining larger, more complex operations
Detailing USAR team capabilities and how deployment takes shape
INCIDENT COMMAND NEWS AND TRAINING RESOURCES
Key experiences from my early days on the job have revealed a surprising number of lessons for running command
A small plane crashed into San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood, igniting about 15 homes and vehicles
The overcrowded club lacked the required exits, firewalls and fire alarms in the 1977 tragedy
The Los Angeles City Council’s committee voted to cut 42 Emergency Incident Technician positions from the fire department, a move opposed by interim Fire Chief Ronnie Villanueva
Nearly a dozen fire departments fought the blaze at Louisiana’s historic Nottoway Plantation House, built in 1859
The Michigan Court of Appeals upheld a lawsuit alleging two Flint firefighters were grossly negligent for failing to search a room where two boys later died
COMMAND POST MANAGEMENT FOR NEW OFFICERS
In this four-part video series, Chief Marc Bashoor provides an overview of command post management for new officers.
Bringing calm to chaos: Command post management for new officers, Part 1
6:20
It’s all about location: Command post management, Part 2
6:02
Running the scene: Command post management, Part 3
9:16
Learning to relax: Command post management, Part 4
10:29
ABOUT THE SPONSOR: PULSARA
Pulsara ONE, FREE Out-of-Hospital Communications between EMS and the ED
Pulsara’s easy-to-adopt communication platform connects EMS to the hospital with a tap, leaving behind archaic technologies that slow critical care coordination. Our platform seamlessly coordinates communication between the field (EMTs and paramedics) and between hospital staff (RNs, MDs, Techs, etc.) to improve the treatment times and outcomes for critical care patients. Pulsara’s feature-rich mobile platform uses video chat, audio clips, instant messages, images, data, and benchmarks to help teams treat their patients faster.
Pulsara’s easy-to-adopt communication platform connects EMS to the hospital with a tap, leaving behind archaic technologies that slow critical care coordination. Our platform seamlessly coordinates communication between the field (EMTs and paramedics) and between hospital staff (RNs, MDs, Techs, etc.) to improve the treatment times and outcomes for critical care patients. Pulsara’s feature-rich mobile platform uses video chat, audio clips, instant messages, images, data, and benchmarks to help teams treat their patients faster.
Building muscle memory eases stress during critical emergencies
Departments can play a large role in supporting the health and safety of underserved residents
This platform helps ensure consistent and reliable communication when it matters most
Colorado Springs Fire Department has significantly improved patient outcomes thanks to Pulsara
