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.
Arson Investigator Afara Lalaind’s complaint alleges a hostile work environment and lost opportunity for advancement
A review of fire chief hiring criteria spotlights issues of inaccurate job descriptions and exclusionary language
Officials plan to increase the number of reserve fire apparatus, add more rapid response units and purchase more apparatus in the next fiscal year
The calendar’s proceeds will be used for cancer research
Chief Walter M. Summerville III reported feeling sick the day before his death
The owners of the excavator now say damage costs are not their responsibilty
Firefighters fly to third-world countries to donate supplies, typically on their vacation time
Everyone on the shift plays a critical part in making sure the apparatus is ready to roll when the alarm sounds
The chief says he won’t allow occupancy until smoke detectors and sprinklers work
Jessica Lanier had drank three beers before driving and hitting the men
The law allows up to 25 firefighters in each department to keep pension costs in check
The Beachwood FD took ownership of the 137-foot high ladder truck in October
The W. Va dept. did not pay insurance so trucks cannot leave the station to respond to calls
Some worry that the new plan will leave calls during the off hours unanswered
Pa. county officials plan on awarding almost $4 million to fire departments, police, and other responders who apply
A firefighter was seriously injured after his Asst. Chief lost control of the apparatus while drinking
The Lt. was shot at a “baby shower” with 200 attendees
Despite being about 50% short-staffed, firefighters are preparing for the festival of lights, one of the busiest days for fire accidents
Historically, November has been especially tragic; yet out of the large fires has come positive changes
After a funding spat, the Jefferson Parish firefighters will no longer use the parish’s backup radio network
Five Fla. firefighters used past copies of test to prepare for an entrance exam
The fire tax amounts to about 25 cents on a $100 purchase
The 24-year fire service veteran replaces a retired chief
Jackie Blake became their firefighter’s “mom” after visiting them often, always bringing food and gifts
Fire chief says this was the worst travel conditions he’s ever experienced
The tradition of voting-in officers is fraught with problems, yet with adjustments may have a place in a professional volunteer service
Fire Chief David F. Cobb was put on paid leave in July after being arrested for larceny of a drug and obtaining drugs by fraud
Firefighter Grant Kelly Gunnoe, Jr. has not received any disciplinary action yet to do his DUI
To be effective and safe, firefighters need mature, engaged officers who lead by example
The project would cost $1.8 million and will use GPS technology
Due to overwork and stress, paramedics are leaving departments at a high rate
Leader admits at inquest that he should have taken command after a massive earthquake