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.
The North Babylon Volunteer Fire Company will revise policies for handling minors and require sensitivity training after Chief Peter Alt was filmed cursing at a youth during a call
Vine Grove FD lost an antique engine, a 3,000-gallon tanker and extensive supplies in the Hardin County blaze
Kristin Crowley’s legal claim says Bass ousted her and ran a “misinformation” campaign to shift blame for L.A.’s most destructive wildfire
Milford Fire Chief Anthony Fabrizi spoke in support of legislation that seeks to regain some of what is spent training new firefighters if they leave the department
Fire service leaders must focus on data, not emotion, when make their case for funding, staffing and more
Someone needs to step up, but who takes that step will depend on your staffing
After a Delray Beach fire truck collided with a Brightline train, fallout continues with ride-alongs suspended, administrators recusing themselves and investigations into licensing and safety
Firefighters from across the country, serving at all department types, share their fire station must-haves
The fire service must heed relevant warnings to prepare for predictable major events and increase department resilience for the truly unpredictable events
How to navigate those critical early days of your tenure
Competency-based leadership prioritizes measurable skills, proven performance and the ability to inspire
Mountain Gate firefighters paused emergency response operations, citing safety concerns over faulty gear that fails to meet industry standards
A new policy aims to curb sexual harassment claims, including a $350K settlement to former “Jersey Shore” star and EMT Angelina Pivarnick over alleged misconduct
The Chippewa Falls Fire & EMS Department is back to full strength, thanks to strategic hiring efforts, a voter-approved referendum and new incentives aimed at attracting firefighter/EMTs
Due to rising inflation and long wait times for delivery, the Great Bend Fire Department may not have had enough funds to purchase a new ladder truck by 2027
Four questions to help leaders refine how to educate their members on fire department discrimination and reporting practices
The only way to finally end sexual harassment within our ranks is if everyone speaks up when they see it or experience it
Naperville’s CART started full-time service in January, responding to mental health crises and community paramedicine calls
Follow these tips for a fun and engaging open house during fire prevention week
A well-executed chief’s inspection can mean the difference between a department that is merely functional and one that excels
Grandview fire and police chiefs confirmed that chaplains who worked with the International House of Prayer-Kansas City have been removed from their programs
As the fire service grows and changes alongside society as a whole, finding your footing as a leader can be challenging
Recognizing the differences among the many generations in the fire service can help identify skills and talents to improve team dynamics
Former Bellingham firefighters alleged that a 2021 vaccine mandate violated their rights and caused emotional distress through a “scorched-earth” enforcement policy
With sleep deprivation being directly linked to poor decision-making, physical ability and communication, firefighters must be well-rested on and off the job
Whether new or used, apparatus costs are skyrocketing, and departments need to develop a plan
Willimantic’s in-house social worker connects patients with resources needed outside of emergency response
The key for fire service leaders is finding – and maximizing – members’ strengths, even when they aren’t a perfect fit
Chief Caughey urges leaders to avoid getting distracted by external, often ego-driven, symbols of the profession
Four common retention pitfalls, plus simple solutions for improving department culture and keeping firefighters happy
Developing a firefighter recruitment plan starts with getting real about why people aren’t joining the fire department
A simple way to teach new firefighters the basics of pump operations
Whether it’s conducted on the fly after an incident or as a formal sit-down, intentional after-action reviews serve to level-up training and spur discussion among members
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