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.
Moses Lake and Grant County firefighters practice search, hose advances, wall breaches and ventilation while strengthening coordination amid staffing challenges
Investigators found that compromised size-up, poor risk/benefit decisions, weak crew integrity and missed 911 information all contributed to the Leonardtown incident
Two incidents, decades apart, highlight the risks of operating near this dangerous compound
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to consider the impact of their time in the fire service
Detailing the expectations of the job and the three steps to becoming a volunteer firefighter
The FireRescue1 community speaks up about leadership, training, technology adoption, member advocacy and more
With newly licensed paramedics, the Spring Lake Fire Department is one of only three departments in the county to offer ALS
SUNY students spent spring break gaining hands-on experience with prescribed burns and fueling a growing passion for fire ecology back on campus
Show off the strength of your medical vocabulary with this 10-question quiz of medical terms every EMT should know
Seven departments participated in the largest drone training exercise in San Joaquin County to sharpen emergency response skills and strengthen interagency coordination across
While the FCC is traditionally associated with high-rise buildings, mid-rise buildings are often just as difficult to enter and navigate after business hours
Daily highlights, exhibit hall photos and videos, special honors and more
Investigators faulted the Newark Fire Division for inadequate training, tactical errors and a decision to send firefighters into a hazardous cargo hold
From drones in the snow to AI analyzing emergency runs, this episode features insights on how tech can support – not overwhelm – first responders
These next few months of fire academy training are going to test not only your resolve, but also your mental and physical limits
Many firefighting skills are perishable; that’s why you have to make every day a training day
The San Francisco assistant chief talks tactical tips for dominating the fire
Emergency response requires increased focus; this is a balancing act when approaching a scene with numerous factors in play
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How do we inspire our members to grow and take the reins for the future?
Firefighters are naturally good problem-solvers but notoriously conflict-averse
Apparatus manufacturer representatives offer tips for maximizing your time at fire service trade shows
There is really no substitute for face-to-face interaction and connections made during NFA programs, events and social outings
Gresham Firefighter Spencer Tejedas suffered burns to 45% of his body in a house fire where conditions quickly changed, leading to a flashover
Vancouver police instructors trained Clark County firefighters on how to respond safely in command vehicles
Known as the “American fire service war college,” the National Fire Academy offers advanced fire training to thousands of students each year in a variety of formats
Sterling Firefighter Garrett Ramos’ death highlighted the need for a live-burn training facility that Sterling and Rock Falls firefighters could use
Understanding the elements of fire is an essential component of firefighting education and suppression efforts
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
The thermal imaging expert details how TICs can help firefighters be ‘intelligently aggressive’
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighters broke several safety policies and rules during training in an acquired structure
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