Trending Topics
Fire Rescue Super Topic 2 3540 x 750.png

Moving into a leadership role can be an exhilarating and proud moment; it can also be a daunting one. No matter whether you’re paid or volunteer, working for a department large or small, all new leaders face similar career development opportunities and administrative challenges. To be a successful new leader, you will need to identify the support systems, processes and tools to maximize the opportunities and clear the hurdles.

FireRescue1’s Fire Leader Playbook is one such tool to increase your effectiveness as a new leader, helping enhance your leadership KSAs, develop trust among your crewmembers, and build your confidence. The Playbook offers a wealth of resources, as you grow into your position of authority and move beyond basic management and supervision skills to lead and inspire with integrity and passion.

LEADERSHIP IN FOCUS
Investigate incidents that damage fire equipment or apparatus before disciplining those involved
NFPA 3000 is a framework for preparing fire departments, EMS agencies, other responders and communities for active shooter incident response and recovery
In a climate that seems like it’s teeming with anger at all times, emergency responders must learn how to dial down the intensity
Learn how to identify the signs of firefighter arson within your own ranks and the actions fire chiefs can take to mitigate the problem
What are the legal ramifications of FFUI and FFWI?
Toxic leaders in the fire service destroy morale, initiative and progress; look for these signs in yourself and your department’s leadership
The company officer must be knowledgeable about all aspects of the job, and know how to manage a variety of personalities
Implement formal unified command, critical incident stress management and radio encryption to improve your active shooter response
Qualitative data can identify firefighter knowledge, skills and abilities that can shape their role, benefiting them and the department
IAFC FRI speakers discuss how fire and EMS departments can present data to elected officials, the media and the community at-large