Education & Training
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Officials said Symeon Williams, 39, was known for his energy, kindness and work ethic across the departments he served
The union said Emergency Vehicle Driver Charles Mudra suffered a “catastrophic medical emergency”
Lake Mills Fire Department Chief Todd J. Yandre was in the fire service for 42 years and was a fire instructor for 18 years
Daniel Lamothe became “medically distressed” and was treated immediately, according to Santa Cruz County
The incident in Ohio serves as a reminder for all first responders to both train and coordinate early and often with community partners
“David White is someone many people looked up to,” said Ernest Upchurch, chaplain for the Bryan Fire Department
EMS leaders described Dr. Leonard Cobb as a giant, pioneer and luminary whose work “touched the lives of thousands worldwide”
Six traits and behaviors are common among successful leaders
Probies should be able to demonstrate proficiency with stretching a hoseline, VEIS, masking up, and key policies and procedures
Volunteer leaders must dare to do something different in the recruitment and retention of fire department members
Plus a call to manufacturers and legislators to provide more funding, education and resources to properly equip first responders
Firefighter Sandra Hoffman from Halle, Germany, will join the Savannah Fire Department, and a SFD member will travel to Germany in 2024
Learn how to confront trauma that occurs after a difficult call and how to end the stigma surrounding getting help
The Laramie County fire chief tackles recruitment and retention misses, organizational tempo and fostering a culture of critical thinking
LAFD members were training this week at the Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center
Captain Ashley Losch explains the endless coordination at play, identifies the biggest hurdles ahead, and even spills a little big game tea
Reviewing NFPA 3000, the current state of active-shooter event training, plus unique approaches to ASHE response
The Charlie Riley Community Service Scholarship Foundation has given 333 scholarships over 17 years
The facility will include a 6-story training tower, community spaces, computer labs, classrooms, scenario training and an indoor shooting range
The Folds of Honor scholarships are awarded yearly to the spouse and/or dependents of a responder who has fallen or been catastrophically wounded
From chemical make-up to cell construction, not all lithium-ion batteries are the same
From social posts, to ingredient-based recipes and training content, learn how this in-demand chatbot can be incorporated into day-to-day public safety tasks
It’s vital to create training exercises that build positive memory patterns in the brain
Crews will likely not know there are hoarding conditions inside, but the heavy fire conditions are the indicator to go big
The Rensselaer County facility includes a smoke maze, live fire displays, digital fire displays, combustible displays and classroom space
The course offers insights into how hazards develop during lithium-ion battery incidents, plus strategies firefighters can use to mitigate the risks
The Loveland, Colo., chief shares lessons from his time in media and urges leaders to maintain forward progress for their organizations
Crewmembers have endured nonstop days and received thanks while using “all of your skill set of everything that you’ve learned and prepared for”
Office of Special Counsel: “The evidence showed many [Niagara Falls] employees — both students and instructors — on leave during the reported training courses”
We’re looking for fit, mentally tough individuals who can manage their time and demonstrate a commitment to serve
“Fire remains a serious threat to public safety — and America is still burning,” said Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell on a three-city tour
Eric Shane Howell is said to have violated five Memphis department policies, including harassment
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