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.
Lawmakers are urging FEMA to reinstate in-person training for first responders after the agency abruptly canceled courses at the National Fire Academy and Emergency Management Institute
A step-by-step look at how to extinguish a grease fire — key tips to share with your community
Despite rising call volumes and training requirements, more volunteers can be recruited and retained with effort and forethought
It’s helpful to develop a tool training schedule to ensure members’ skill remain automatic
The mission often requires a dynamic loadout of equipment based on probable risk factors and the construction and occupancy type of the fire building
An increased number of fires revealed an insufficient number of wildland-trained firefighters
Trainer T3 offers new immersive features with real-life equipment and physics-based object motion
Online training makes it easier to stay relevant and up to date, and offers convenience and flexibility
USAR TF-8’s cattle dog, Staffordshire bull terrier mix works to rescue live victims
Vernon firefighters trained on search, hoselines and ventilation at a restaurant before demolition
The expanding wildland-urban interface means tree fires pose an even greater risk to city and residential fire crews
The Institution of Fire Engineers-USA Branch president explains how all firefighters impact fire systems, plus the power of international connections
Columbus firefighters have had successful outcomes in two mayday incidents
First responders from 23 agencies attended training in Cass County on the hazards of li-ion batteries
Centre County Public Safety Training Center’s expansion highlights the growing education of first responders
Bennet Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Tim Norris faced allegations of “leadership issues,” inappropriate behavior, and “unwillingness to change” in a six-page letter from members
Sterling firefighters completed FAA training to become certified pilots of the fire department’s new drone
Speedlays provide quick deployment of attack lines to the fire, which is what we need as the fire grows faster and faster on today’s modern fireground
Transparent communication between city managers and fire chiefs is essential for building a strong partnership and ensuring the city’s overall wellbeing
Emporia firefighters will begin training on new extrication tools and additional forcible entry props thanks to capital improvement funding
Family members of Newark firefighters Augusto Acabou and Wayne Brooks Jr. talk about lawsuits on vessel loading, firefighter training
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The Irving Police Department and Irving Fire Department combined forces to offer EMDR therapy, an employee health clinic, wellness incentives and much more
The Fayette County Firefighter Training Center offers a wide range of lessons for firefighters
Developing systems and processes that support excellence ultimately drives effective leadership and fire department success
Fire service leaders reflect on the life and legacy of the former California state fire marshal, visonary leader and friend to many
The Midland Fire Department offers fire and EMS training to high school juniors to prepare them for jobs after graduation
The Shamokin Fire Department was fined for not having a credentialed instructor during the live-burn training, a new requirement in 2023
Charlotte recruits get comfortable working with all types of ground ladders
Five Troy firefighters were sent to the hospital after being burned during training
The state’s labor department issued a notice after a department was fined and fire chief suspended for a junior firefighter being burned in training
The East Valley Institute of Technology and Superstition Fire & Medical District partner to help small communities hire trained applicants
The addition of over 60 recruits will bring staffing in Birmingham up to over 700 full-time positions
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