FEATURED INCIDENT COMMAND COVERAGE
Survey results reveal why many fireground tools struggle to gain traction — and what it takes for technology to become part of standard operations
Detailing how the first-arriving unit should take command, perform an initial size-up, and communicate with dispatch and other responding units
When resources run short during disasters, disciplined command becomes the key to prioritizing needs and coordinating aid
Explore the most-popular resources of the year, from tactical guidance and command insights to station planning and wellness support
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
Four key steps for minimizing incident command challenges
It’s a simple way for company officers and incident commanders to enhance the group after-action review
Tips for managing scene stress
INCIDENT COMMAND NEWS AND TRAINING RESOURCES
Medina County crews used a rescue sling and grain sleeve to free the man, who was buried chest-deep in corn
Police say a man broke into his estranged wife’s home before a powerful explosion destroyed the Queens house
Shared walls, narrow layouts and concealed void spaces make rowhouse fires uniquely dangerous, and understanding fire behavior and coordinated tactics is essential to improving fireground outcomes
The blaze that started in an adjacent building had extended into the First Reformed Church of Astoria, Queens
A toxic gas release at a silver recovery facility in Kanawha County left two people dead and about 30 others hospitalized as officials investigate a chemical reaction involving nitric acid
A fast-moving blaze tore through a five-story building in the Bronx, prompting a five-alarm response with more than 200 firefighters
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
