Education & Training
FireRescue1’s firefighter education and training topic features information and resources for fire and rescue professionals, including content that supports ongoing professional development and enhances training efforts, whether online, in the classroom or during hand-on training evolutions.
The system is versatile, easy and fast to develop, and safe for swiftwater rescue of multiple victims
Trainee firefighters from across the Midwest gathered in Danville to battle controlled burns in a vacant house, offering a realistic, hands-on test of their fireground skills
“I am not giving up; I am just moving on to a different venue to continue the fight”
The Res-Q students can give basic first aid and critical care, including stopping bleeds and administering CPR
A review of basic fire development, tactical approaches and residential building construction
San Jacinto College and Houston Community College are offering programs for both careers, allowing graduates to work after testing
If the bills are signed into law, firefighters would receive additional training for proper use and handling of firefighting foams with PFAS chemicals and decontamination procedures
Aaron Zamzow explains the connection between hydration and heart attacks, how water can help improve your performance, and more
James Devane responded to a 2011 house fire that earned three New Hyde Park firefighters the Gold Medal of Valor for Devane’s and another firefighter rescue
The lawsuits accuse the county of failing to properly train dispatchers, not warning officers that errors happened and not ensuring the 911 mapping system was accurate
How to use ground padding and bridging in your rescue operation
Potential vendors should be questioned about quality, cost and relevance to the service needed by the department
Don’t let this exam end your firefighting career before it starts
The bill would create the First Responder Loan Forgiveness Program, under which college graduates could have up to $16,000 in loans forgiven
Researchers aim to identify the critical skills required for public safety professionals to succeed in a leadership role
Researchers are using vacant commercial structure to study fire behavior in effort to improve firefighter safety
Ohio rep. introduces legislation that would require firefighters to stop training with foam believed to cause health problems
The funds will be used to replace 107 outdated SCBAs and provide specialized training in responding to hazardous incidents
Chief Michael O’Brian describes the biggest risk management issues facing the fire service – and where progress can be made
Chief David Hall explains the how agencies can use NPFA 3000 to manage response efforts
Three tried-and-true forcible entry techniques using the Halligan will save time and create less damage to the structure
St. Louis FD fire chief shares how recent firefighter training was put to the test during a chaotic situation
This week, 40 first responders from multiple agencies gathered for the first nine-week training session
First responders who have been assaulted need more counseling on what they can expect from the legal system, study says
The C-130 Zeus aircraft requires three crew members to operate and can stay in the air for four to five hours depending on the weight and load the aircraft
Focusing on preparation, delivery and troubleshooting will help ensure a smooth and effective presentation
Combat hurdles to social media training by focusing on the right topics
FireRescue1.com executive editor talks hot topics, editorial board expansion and merger news
The Ohio Department of Administrative Services gave all dispatch centers a deadline to either be EMD certified or to submit a timeline for compliance
New company officers must focus more on risk management than keeping everyone happy
The FAA launched an investigation into allegations of “unqualified CFD personnel manning” specialized rigs that are mandated at airports
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