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.
Application of an EtCO2 sampling device and waveform monitoring, especially during bag-valve mask ventilation, is well within the capability of EMTs
Firefighters are the ultimate timekeepers; we must minimize the time fire can grow and maximize the time victims can survive
The Troy firefighter and union president said he refused to participate in training at the academy, citing the death of a firefighter in 2021
A complete firefighter rescue includes EMS activities; here’s what on-scene commanders need to know for all downed-firefighter operations to work
Joey Wallberg has two kids with autism; he hopes his classes will help raise awarenss and make a difference
What can we learn from this fire about the importance of following well-detailed SOGs and executing a coordinated fire attack?
Lt. Duckworth and Chief Wylie said fires involving a McMansion present unique tactical challenges and that pre-planning is always the answer
Investigators recommended annual medical evaluations, exercise stress tests, vital-sign checks and the completion of a health screen questionnaire
Remaining on scene for 30 minutes to treat cardiac arrest patients has led to three times more CPR saves in a six-month period
Improperly pulling the attack line causes more work and compromises the effectiveness of the fire attack
Fire Chief Mark Burdick apologized for language used by firefighters who appear in the video
Capt. Troy Magee fell ill while taking part in a training course; officials did not state the nature of the course or his illness
The bicyclist was taken to a hospital with scrapes and a broken leg; the line also hit and damaged three cars near the scene
Lt. Duckworth and Chief Wylie caution us not to buy into their emotion and abandon best fireground practices
The baby was stuck in its mother’s clothing and was not breathing; firefighters helped revive the baby
The cumulative effect of fire insurance savings across the entire community over the years could be significant
Modern ordinary construction presents several risks to firefighters; find the teachable moments in this video and join the discussion
Making a first impression in a new position sets the tone for leadership; base that impression on engaged listening
She claims he inappropriately touched her multiple times on the way to a hospital
We can’t wish calls that test our mettle into or out of existence; we can only better prepare for them
From Chief Billy Goldfeder’s book of essays, comes this tale of a first fire and a life of learning
Drivers of police cars, fire trucks and ambulances caused at least 180 traffic collisions last year, up from 165 collisions in 2012
For volunteer and career firefighters alike, pre-incident planning never goes off duty or takes a holiday
Knowing when and how to shift from an offensive fire attack to a defensive attack is critical for firefighter safety
