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.
Proceeds from Francis and Annola Schweitzberger’s donated farm helped build a modern facility with upgraded apparatus and safety features
Following the defeat of Measure S, Santee funded a $2M interim station to boost coverage while officials seek money for a $21M permanent station
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue partnered with the Fire Safety Research Institute to run controlled burn experiments and conduct interviews, revealing gaps in training plans, policies and PPE education
Margot Loth failed to show she was treated less favorably after participating in sexy “Calendar of Heroes,” ruling states
Crews argue they’re being taken advantage of and potentially taken out of action when a real disaster strikes; political battle begins
The suspensions are reportedly the most severe punishments ever handed down in the history of the FDNY
The announcement could pit the city’s two public safety departments against each other during the Nov. 2 election
Factors to consider when deciding when “enough is enough” – and how to foster a smooth transition
A city fire engine and three specialty units were shut down due to an unusual staffing shortage caused by COVID-19 and wildfire response efforts
Leaders must focus on consistency, fairness and support
The Georgetown County firefighter union released a statement detailing all the issues they’ve been facing in hopes of drumming up community support
Gov. Brian Kemp’s office announced the one-time pay supplement for all eligible sworn law enforcement officials and first responders in Georgia
Firefighters explain their reasons for vaccine resistance, why some ultimately decided to get vaccinated and the ongoing contentiousness of it all
The Pittsburgh chief also addresses the process of improving the department’s ISO rating and how the department has weathered the COVID-19 storm
Fire Chief Jason Culberson said the city has discussed expanding Fire Station One for 30 years, and encouraged council members to act quickly
City leaders who have said if the proposition passes the firefighters could lose hundreds of jobs and be forced to sacrifice tens of millions of dollars to the police department
“Fast attention we will not be able to provide should this mandate eviscerate our fire department roster,” the Warrentown mayor wrote in a letter to the Oregon governor
All 1,700 of Lexington’s essential workers could receive up to $5,000 in supplemental pay
Kennebunk Fire Rescue will also use a $20K AFG grant to purchase new vehicle equipment
It’s vital to make decisions rooted in doing what’s right for our organizations to prevent negativity from spreading
The report classified the Devon Avenue station as in “critical condition” and the Greenwood station as in “poor, nearly critical condition,” with “major work” necessary to keep them operational
DFR is hoping to cut down on burnout, response times and overtime with single-role paramedics
The decision by Anchorage Fire Chief Doug Schrage drew criticism from the local fire union leaders who raised concerns about public safety
Chief Goldfeder advises a reader who wants to use the EAP system but worries about confidentiality
Liberty Fire Co. Chief Steven Miller faces felony charges related to embezzlement, yet new questions, concerns emerge about FD finances
Redemption and advancement are possible; you just have to see yourself as the solution
Firefighters should set their own goals for success, then department leaders can help them find the best path forward
Captain’s Masts and “badges on the table” discussions can help departments resolve problems and move on
The best feedback is timely, relevant, specific and actionable
The Myrtle Beach Professional Firefighters pushed back at a council meeting addressing the city’s move to stop paying for first responders’ healthcare
The towns of Jay and Livermore Falls had previously discussed sharing services in 2015
Fort Lauderdale Fire Chief Rhoda Mae Kerr sought to boost staffing to reduce overtime hours and ‘wear and tear’ on members
Chief Bashoor weighs in on a court ruling upholding the requirement for first responders to serve an additional five years before being eligible for retirement benefits
