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.
How to implement mayday-focused policies in an actionable and relatable way that builds muscle memory for these events
The same day a firefighter from an adjacent city died in a house fire, I found myself falling through a floor, trapped
No matter which your department uses, it’s essential to keep messages clear when seconds count
Report identifies preventable failures in communication, planning, execution and leadership on and before July 13 incident
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Firefighters from Marin and Contra Costa counties participated in a course designed for physically and mentally demanding jobs
Without routine inspections and incident preplanning, crews are responding to an information black hole
It’s important to have your crew and apparatus ready for these conditions well in advance of the cold weather forecast
Preparing your organization’s response to a vessel fire takes time, planning and outreach
Detailing how FARS works to enhance safety and efficiency
It’s our responsibility to mold and train new firefighters in every aspect of the job, because failure to perform has dire consequences
The clock begins to run against you as soon as new members report for duty, so start building their muscle memory and slide deck now
A voter-approved levy funded a new training center for Spokane Valley firefighters and took a year to build
Put away your Bee Gees record and try these holiday classics to keep the CPR pace this season
Videos highlight how some fire departments are thinking outside the box to make training both educational and fun
With the right training and direction, rapid intervention should never be a dull assignment
Federal funding allows for new, state-of-the-art simulation training in EMS for fire and EMS personnel in Gearhart
The lawsuit claims the former Decatur Fire & Rescue trainee was injured when another firefighter walked on plywood that was placed on the back of her neck
The dangers associated with hoarding conditions are the same whether you call it “heavy clutter,” “Collyer Mansion conditions” or “hoarder house”
Fire service leaders remember that fateful day when six firefighters lost their lives at the Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse fire
New London firefighters partnered with the Southern Connecticut State University’s Center of Excellence on the Autism Spectrum for training on engagement and de-escalation techniques
Firefighters from New Kensington’s four companies trained on operations inside a mid-rise apartment building
Grant funding brought together personnel from 26 agencies to hold ASHER training involving a simulated shooting at a polling place in Amesbury
The often-overlooked and underutilized tool offers powerful support when managing large blazes
Address these two safety concerns with proper PPE whenever using a PPV fan
Use earplugs or earmuffs instead of trying to endure the loudness
Key reasons diversity training misses the mark – and steps to make it worth the time
Seminole County firefighters partnered with the University of Florida’s Veterinary Emergency Treatment Center for lifting techniques
Between the Boulder and Miami incidents, too many deaths and injuries have occurred secondary to training incidents where live fire was a factor
Lexington Battalion Chief Shane Poynter said firefighters normally train on metal cargo containers used at the academy
NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
The investigation examines claims of misconduct and potential exchange of benefits, such as free training, as Wallingford scrutinizes its ties with New Britain officials
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