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.
Somers Fire Chief David Lenart interviews volunteer fire officers in his podcast “The Volley Chief”
The FSRI’s research program manager details the changes ahead and what fire service leaders can do right now to prepare
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh said she wrestled with the decision for many months
Firefighters battled the wood recycling facility fire for 9 days
A report recommends retirement age go from 52 to 57
Those violating “Cathy’s Law” can face fines up to $10,000 and 18 months jail time
Annapolis fire department’s high rating could mean lower insurance
Firefighter positions are among many public sector jobs that are diminishing
Officials say social media posts distorted the flag issue and are now looking to see if any policies were violated
Illinois chief’s association assessment was part of the hiring process
Chief showed up to meeting reportedly drunk and armed, threatened several firefighters
Real emergency calls may be delayed as dispatchers field pranks, mostly from children
Difficult as it may be, staying calm in the face of irate civilians is part of the job
Chief Brack says her focus will be on safety, training and adequate resources
Announcement comes after chief placed on paid leave pending a training accident investigation
New laws will help local fire departments buy new equipment lower interest on loans
Double-parked cars and narrow Scotland streets delaying fire rescues
The upgrade to a digital communication system would link first responders into a statewide compatible network
CFD will examine its system for replacing drugs after expired drugs were found on one rig
The new engines are the first to carry the seal of the nationwide fire service, set to take effect in April
Government lays out plans to beef up fire-fighting capabilities
City held off on the hire to save money
South Pasadena is looking to save money by contracting St. Petersburg for fire protection
Budget cuts led to slower response to a fire early Thursday morning, union claims
A task force will work on a plan for re-establishing operations in Fairplay
Chief Matt Shobert explains why why the American Fire Service needs to adopt a “Back to the Future” philosophy to re-establish this critical level of support
Fire department leaders need to be involved early and deeply with special event planning
Chief Edward O’Brien says deciding to request new gear for his firefighters was huge relief
Code of ethics is designed so that any local fire department can adopt it
They may not have a medical emergency, but those repeat customers still need help
James Stone admitted to using inmate labor for his own personal gain
Capt. Jon Sprague was suspended without pay for two 24-hour shifts for conduct unbecoming an officer
To best serve their communities, firefighters must concentrate on the work of being a firefighter