Fire-Rescue International 2013

FR1 was in Chicago reporting from Fire-Rescue International 2013 with the latest news, products and tips from the educational sessions.

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6 ways to reduce firefighter-set fires
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Curbing firefighter arsons is one of the toughest nuts to crack, but here are some steps to get a handle on the problem
How the human brain works against firefighter safety
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Situational awareness is key to being safe and effective on the fireground, but the brain acts in ways seemingly against its own best interest
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How collecting payment for inspections is changing the fire industry
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Learn how Pasco County (Fla.) Fire and Rescue rose to the challenges before them and satisfied commercial demands while increasing revenue for their agency
FRI 2013: Fire Chiefs of the Year named
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The volunteer and career fire chiefs of the year were awarded at Fire-Rescue International's general session
Leadership lessons from comedic source
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The flexibility and problems-solving techniques of improv comedy are good for fire chiefs
Interview with Wildland Fire Policy Committee Chair Bob Roper
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Interview with Bob Roper, Chair of IAFC's Wildland Fire Policy Committee, at FRI 2013.
Company Officer Symposium at FRI 2013
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IAFC tv covered the variety of helpful leadership classes being held for current and aspiring company officers at FRI 2013. Among the range of topics — survival skills for the newly promoted, time management, and tips on writing reports.
Interview with IAFC's incoming president
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An interview with the International Association of Fire Chiefs' incoming president, Chief William Metcalf, at FRI 2013.
How to investigate a firefighter injury
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Understanding the root cause of an injury can help prevent their reoccurrences
Researching injuries and near misses
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New data gleans some not-so-surprising information about how firefighters are injured
Simple approach to modern vehicle crashes
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Approach every motor vehicle crash using these steps to keep firefighters and victims safe