Fire Department Management
The fire department management topic focuses on fire service leadership, from the high-level management issues facing fire chiefs to the administrative functions and budget issues that impact day-to-day operations.
A firefighter in Taftville was placed on a 90-day suspension after making a comment about Norwich’s mayor, prompting a response from department leaders and the mayor
Dearborn Heights officials say the milestone could reduce overtime and ease strain on firefighters, though medical leaves and aging equipment still pose challenges
Keith Norfleet says he was wrongfully terminated before his acquittal on sexual assault charges and treated more harshly than white New Haven firefighters with similar arrests
At SLEEP 2025, Dr. Nicole Bowles said Portland firefighters feel more balanced on the 1323 shift, despite less sleep and slightly worse performance
Led by Chief Brian Moya, the department’s streamlined lateral hiring process is bringing in trained firefighters and helping reduce staffing gaps
Four Oakland councilmembers went through the proposed budget and found funding keeping the city from having to “brown out” firehouses on a rotating schedule
Bridging the gap between firehouse realities and top-level decisions through open dialogue
The Moores Mill Volunteer Fire Department has increased its number of volunteers and has more currently in training
Tri-Township Fire & Rescue has fully staffed its Memphis fire station for the first time in decades, marking a major milestone in a long-term plan to improve response times
A social media post intended to praise a Warren fire crew has drawn backlash for insensitivity toward the homeowner
A drone can be a tremendous tool for managing risks while units are en route to calls for service
After 20 years of advocacy, Richmond firefighters prepared to deliver ALS, closing a critical gap in emergency care across Contra Costa County
Every time you let something slide — a late arrival, a sloppy report, a shortcut on the drill ground — you widen the plate and your department’s liability
House Bill 929 also directs fire departments to purchase gear free of hazardous chemicals and requires mental health monitoring of firefighters
What public safety can learn from the Titan submersible disaster
Following a five-month test period, the Graham FD adopted the 48/96 schedule, ensuring crews stay rested and ready
Use these planning tools, prompts and ideas to support behavioral health in your department
A federal court ruled Atlantic City violated the firefighter’s religious rights by enforcing a beard ban, despite his support role and lack of fit testing
Records reveal deeper issues with a worn-out fleet, with more than half of engines operating past their recommended lifespan
As part of a restructuring plan, three Fort Myers Beach battalion chief positions will be cut, prompting warnings about leadership gaps on emergency scenes
You can disagree without disrespect, you can educate without condescending, and you can lead without knowing everything
Four common behavioral symptoms exhibited by firefighters suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder
As veteran crews retire, the next wave is looking for mentorship, so stop blaming and start training
The fire department plans to use nurses to handle non-emergency calls, freeing up EMS crews for more urgent responses
Bassi, who serves as CEO for the Center for Public Safety Excellence, shares the power of department accreditation and personal credentials, plus ‘AI for newbies’
Darby Township police seized two fire trucks and shut down the Goodwill Volunteer Fire Company, citing insufficient certified firefighters.
Citing a no-bid response protocol, Springdale firefighters say they were following rules when they didn’t respond, despite being just minutes away
Key experiences from my early days on the job have revealed a surprising number of lessons for running command
Greene County officials revealed internal issues ranging from missed training and pending criminal charges, which led to the sudden closure of the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company
If your fire department budget is stretched thin, every dollar matters
Three strategies to achieve the right balance of positivity, realism and accountability when reviewing member performance
With the new “1323" schedule, the Charleston Fire Department addressed health concerns with maintaining the 56-hour workweek
Greene County officials shut down the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing investigation into undisclosed claims
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