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.
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
How OCFA uses tabletop drills with partner agencies to coordinate preparedness for major incidents
How fire departments can coordinate training efforts with other agencies
Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management.
Anyone can click through slides. Not everyone can teach.
A recent multi-agency wildfire training exercise helped Orange County fire and law enforcement teams swiftly contain the Rancho fire in Laguna Beach
The kind of footage worth studying — and replicating
200,000 sticks of DripDrop electrolyte powder to be donated, in partnership with the NVFC
Members of the FireRescue1 community share their stories, photos and reflections on this iconic Emmitsburg institution
Digging into the assertion that there needs to be a new search-and-rescue-focused culture in which civilian safety comes first
It’s the NFA-adjacent pub where firefighters feel like family
Preplan response efforts among agencies to effectively navigate ambush, barricade and complex, coordinated attack scenarios
The best tool we have available to reduce these wrecks is us
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
Because when that call comes in — when smoke is pouring from a quiet electric sedan or a burning robotaxi — you won’t have time to guess
These documentaries are not your typical Hollywood adaptations; they’re real, raw and offer a glimpse into the life of everyday firefighters
Learn what the coming changes mean for your department’s gear and air management program
A South Korean rescue team training in Colorado assisted at the scene of a deadly highway crash, earning praise for their swift action in aiding victims
Jonpaul Seivane brings 17 years of leadership from Sacramento Metro Fire, with a strong focus on firefighter training, wellness and professional development
Everything you wish someone had told you before starting your first day on the job
Rock Island Engine 32, decommissioned due to a cracked frame, was used in a simulated crash and extrication drill
A training exercise turned tragic in Buncombe County when an ATV accident claimed the life of a Riceville firefighter and injured two others
Facing growing wildfire risks, the USFS is calling on up to 1,400 former employees to return temporarily due to their firefighting certifications
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
Two recent NIOSH reports show how video tools can inform both learning assessments and post-incident investigations
With state fire deaths above average, the Clayton Fire Department is joining the Firefighter Rescue Survey to help improve rescue tactics through shared real-world data
Learn how to decode ethical dilemmas and interpersonal challenges in your firefighter interview — and respond with confidence
Use these planning tools, prompts and ideas to support behavioral health in your department
It’s time to promote and support NFA classes among your members
Detailing the process from training to application
This structural design allows heat and smoke to travel rapidly between floors, reaching the attic or upper levels before visible signs appear
Challenging the fire service to adopt language and values that reflect professionalism, preparation and dedication
As veteran crews retire, the next wave is looking for mentorship, so stop blaming and start training
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