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.
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, Chief Josh Waldo and Chief Marc Bashoor offer potential solutions that would accommodate both training and program reviews
Goldfeder, Bashoor, Moore-Merrell, Leeb and other U.S. fire service leaders urge reaching out to elected officials about the importance of National Fire Academy programs
Let us not forget that beyond its academic contributions, the National Fire Academy also houses the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial
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Special Operations Deputy Chief Raymond Downey was an expert on building collapses and technical rescues
The Beardstown firefighters got lost, declared a mayday and exited the building from a second-floor window, falling about 21 feet, the report states
Listen as risk management expert Gordon Graham describes the dangers of not using a seat belt and all first responders’ responsibility to arrive safely
“There were insufficient facts to determine if the testing process was violated by the other members of the class,” a D.C. Fire and EMS spokeswoman said
Listen as Gordon Graham breaks down the responsibility of supervisors in fostering the growth of those they lead
While non-fire-specific training can be beneficial, trainers who fail to understand the needs of first responders will lose their interest
Sterling Heights Fire Chief Kevin Edmond said the device will allow firefighters to quickly scan common venting points of a structure from a safe distance
Watch this webinar to learn how to be prepared to face this challenging and dangerous event
Our approaches to MCI response and management need to evolve to reflect their increasing complexity and danger
In this tip, Gordon Graham emphasizes the importance of well-written, accurate, complete, objective and timely incident reports
After extensive planning and training, the Long Beach IMR Pilot Program has launched to provide safe, timely and appropriate medical care to individuals in crisis
Pressurized vessels often necessitate taking a defensive position until the heat source is removed
Spokane Fire Department members have been learning to how use the pediatric resuscitation system and mobile app
Even if we haven’t done so ourselves, we certainly know someone who has – and yet we ignore this blatantly obvious issue
While a lack of focus during the daily grind is a common feature of ADHD, many people with the condition also possess the ability to “hyperfocus” during emergencies
The conference is free for public sector employees, and discussions will include retention, recruitment, 911 and more
Embrace them and thank them, then get on the ball and teach them
Fire service leaders, now is your chance to help improve FEMA’s AFG and SAFER grant programs
Listen and watch as Gordon Graham underlines the importance of first responders seeking early treatment as soon as mental health symptoms appear
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It’s time to step up and lead, adopt the technological revolution around us, and focus on education and connection
A fourth-generation firefighter, Fort Lauderdale Chief Rhoda Mae Kerr was the first woman elected to serve as president of the IAFC
America’s firefighters were better trained and equipped for the future but ever mindful and proud of their past
Sprinkler systems, smoke detection and fire alarms may not yet be installed and operational
With black, turbulent smoke chugging around them, crews assist a firefighter going head first out a broken window
View this virtual tabletop webinar to help prepare you to respond to the next mass casualty incident in your jurisdiction
The solution to creating a safety margin is understanding the dragons we face and learning the lessons to be more proficient and go home safely
The director of the Master of Public Safety program at the Univ. of Virginia addresses some of the leadership challenges currently facing the fire service
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