FEATURED INCIDENT COMMAND COVERAGE
“Take care of your troops and they will take care of you” and other military command lessons applied to the fire service
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
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
Follow the SROVT principles – solid, realistic, ongoing, verifiable training – to develop strong incident commanders
INCIDENT COMMAND NEWS AND TRAINING RESOURCES
A massive blaze gutted the longtime family-owned boat business in Summit Township, prompting a multi-agency response
The Ogdenburg Department of Public Safety said on social media firefighters identified the structure as suitable for exterior fire operations only thanks to prior knowledge and thorough pre-planning
The hot weather, limited water supply and a large amount of roofing materials inside the building hampered Cleveland firefighters
A three-alarm fire severely damaged a Teaneck home, displacing a family of three and prompting a multi-agency response
More than 130 firefighters battled a major fire in Pacoima that destroyed four homes amid exploding fireworks
Seven people remain missing after a fireworks warehouse explosion near Esparto triggered a massive blaze that spread across 80 acres
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
