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.
Yantic Fire Engine Co. No. 1 hired Gaffney Bennett after Norwich shut the company down over a Unified Command agreement
GRFD used a fleet scorecard, stock and used apparatus purchases, and an in-house EVT program to stabilize operations and reset its replacement plan
Franklin County’s first female captain claims she was forced to resign after years of complaints about harassment, retaliation and systemic bias against women
The Myrtle Beach Fire Department takes a four-step approach to attracting applicants and hiring new members
We can no longer shrug bullying off as “culture” or laugh it off as “tradition”
An arbitration panel ruled that Montville must staff at least two of its four fire departments with two paid firefighters, and that no firefighter can work alone during a 24-hour shift
First responders in Kansas hope the Missouri bill will encourage their own legislators to pass a similar PTSD benefits bill
How have some members strayed so far from our basic duty to care for our citizens?
Firefighters are reporting crushing staffing challenges and increased stress
AFG funds will help 3 departments replace their complete inventory of self-contained breathing apparatus
New Hope FFs followed their chief and resigned over what they call a hostile work environment and an order to return from a mutual-aid call
Union says as many as half of the FFs who fight fires on USFS land could resign if no permanent solution improves pay
While some departments are reevaluating their fitness and education requirements, among others, most have changed nothing
Most agencies rely heavily on social media, career fairs and youth programs
Firefighters speak up about how fire departments can better manage the staffing crisis to reduce stress levels
Former Birmingham students applaud the FDNY leadership for denouncing the use of firefighters against students in civil rights protests
When does the expanded scope of work reach a tipping point, requiring a new staffing model?
Following a cargo ship fire that claimed the lives of two firefighters, the Newark fire union is pushing for an increased focus on hiring
There’s really only one situation that warrants going direct to the scene in your personal vehicle
Anaheim leaders passed a budget that supports hiring more firefighters, police officers due to an increasing call volume
Simple steps can help you show FEMA that you are in compliance with grant requirements
Critics complain fire officials are overlooking Phos-Chek’s ecological risks when using it to fight wildfires
When poorly written or overly broad anti-nepotism requirements are applied to firefighters, difficult problems can arise
Odessa firefighters share the challenges and rewards that come with the job
“I have less people to do more work” Waterford Fire Chief Kevin Hafemann said about finances and low career and volunteer staffing
HELP training is a new program offered to houses of worship and religious community groups
While not a legal requirement like for police officers, firefighters may witness inappropriate behavior on fire scenes that necessitates intervention
‘Slow down or you’re going to get hurt’ – wise words from youth still matter today
It’s time for NFPA to develop a standard specifically tailored to what’s expected of a health and safety officer
Company officers should take account of our members’ abilities, physicality and mental health every shift
The Professional Fire Fighters Association of South Carolina statements are the latest in a growing public feud between FFs and chief
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Almost all of Lexington’s public safety divisions have struggled with turnover since the pandemic
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