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Using social media to research potential firefighter candidates could cause problems for your department
Active U.S. volunteer firefighters have until November 30 to enter for a chance to win the helmet
What you need to know about the new consolidated standard and what that means for your department
It’s important to get newer members who are so connected to their smartphones to engage in some of the more physically demanding aspects of the job
The county came to a $6.9 million agreement with New Mexico Department of Information Technology (DoIT) to join the Statewide Digital Trunked Radio
Is it time to establish new metrics for assessing the longevity of modern firefighting gear?
A reader states: “We can’t even get our members to wear their PPE, SCBA or even seatbelts? I see pictures online of guys in jeans with coats wide open.”
Last month, the president approved a disaster declaration for California, providing federal aid for the counties affected by the Dixie and River fires
A simple A-Z guide to ease the lingo learning curve – and even give aspiring firefighters a head start on the job
When fire service leaders focus on behavior change, culture takes care of itself
All members of the fire service must take ownership of setting a new expectation of fire service pride
Let’s do this! VEIS, opioid treatment, PPE basics and lightweight construction
RFID allows agencies to eliminate inventory waste, gain insight into supply shortages and track all assets, even on vehicles
Video shows FDNY crews employing aggressive water application to get the job done
Zero-emissions pumpers can save municipalities money, plus reduce wear-and-tear on expensive equipment
Keep SCBA secure in transit, reduce the potential for injury and help contain carcinogens with two new bracket models just released by Ziamatic
In this video, learn about Ziamatic Corp’s new slide out mechanism for SCBA brackets for close compartment mounting, as well as its Sure-Grip Tool Mounts
The system, developed by Accenture, is the result of a four-year project to build a modern, reliable platform with expanded features
100+ highly trained Florida Forest Service wildfire firefighters are working to quell raging wildfires burning in 12 states
Firefighters must be students of history to appreciate the evolution of the fire service and its impact on current fire tactics
A West Virginia county takes a whole-community approach to implementing broadband
“It is not a matter of if, but when,” victims’ advocate says while encouraging those affected to file
Battle Creek responders rescued a man trapped waist-deep inside the trench in 100-degree temperatures
Identify the key factors for your department’s data needs – terminology, mapping, analysis and the “why”
Let’s do this: Extrication, 2-in/2-out, offensive vs. defensive tactics, aerial operations and more
Follow simple steps to build connections between fire service leaders and the newest generation of firefighters
It’s more than a safety program; it’s a mindset shift to help us learn from past mistakes to reduce risks and improve future performance
Video underscores the importance of all members having forcible entry skills
Four strategies to help fire service leaders focus on technology that is truly “smart”
Focus your cybersecurity investment on initiatives that create more effort for the attacker
The announcement comes after two of the electric cars caught fire following recall repairs
One chief’s tips and recommendations to balance fitness, sleep and relaxation
