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.
An investigation into alleged sexual assault and harassment inside the Columbia firehouse resulted in the firing of a battalion chief and two captains in 2021
5 ways to motivate the unmotivated, and to help those floundering to flourish
All organizations will falter and ultimately fail if the only motivators are punishment and reward
As Calif. is plagued with wildfires, cities are combining resources to battle blazes
The chief will oversee 9,000 firefighters after a shake up put all the nation’s fire departments under one service
Chief says current wildfires and potential for more is a challenge for his crews
Officials refuse to comment; the firefighter has four days to appeal his firing
Internal investigation finds firefighters to have broken policy during fundraising event
Santa Fe Springs will reportedly save $13 million with the closing
The classes are the first of its kind in the state and will be a firefighting fast-track
As fire service members age, it is important to teach replacements the ropes of safe firefighting
Buildings, both old and new, in downtown El Paso had faulty protection systems and inadequate exits
Volunteers reached an agreement with the county and will not seek a referendum vote on the fee
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