FireRescue1 and Fire Chief report on the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) annual Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference. This year’s show, which celebratings the 150th anniversary of the IAFC, was held at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri, Aug.16-18, 2023. FRI 2024 will be held Aug. 14-16 in Dallas, Texas. Learn more and register.
Nominees for the Fire Chief of the Year Award and Ben Franklin Award of Valor can be submitted through May 9
Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters
The fire service must heed relevant warnings to prepare for predictable major events and increase department resilience for the truly unpredictable events
Orange County Fire Chief Brian Fennessy and Greensburg Fire Chief Thomas Bell were honored at Fire-Rescue International conference
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The fire service is uniquely positioned to lead the transition to more electric devices in our homes, workplaces and community as a whole
Despite the frequency and severity of head injuries, little guidance exists for examining potential neurologic deficits throughout a firefighter’s career
Connect with finance staff early and often to ensure mutual understanding of needs, requirements and limitations
Whether it’s your first time visiting Cowtown or you’re a regular at Arrowhead Stadium, this year’s conference location offers something for everyone
Newport News Fire Chief Jeff Johnson received the Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell also delivered the oath to 1st Vice President Chief John Butler, 2nd Vice President Chief Josh Waldo and Treasurer Chief Steven Locke
Fire Chief (ret.) Craig Daugherty recalled the day he responded to shots fired at the high school where his 15-year-old daughter was in lockdown
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FOMO got you down? Follow along with tweets of the general sessions, exhibit hall floor, award winners and educational sessions
Speaking to a room of chief and company officers, Dr. Moore-Merrell outlined a plan to track suicides, attack wildfires and refocus data-gathering
Chiefs Gary Ludwig and Marshall Turbeville were selected for their contributions in the areas of leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity and public service
Three members from Colerain Township, Ohio, were nominated for their “incredible bravery and perseverance” during a swiftwater rescue
Three Colerain Township firefighters are recognized for their brave actions during a swiftwater rescue
Don’t worry, you can still experience many elements of the show from afar
The transition from shift work to desk work typically brings a more sedentary lifestyle that needs to be actively resisted
It’s vital to know the role of emotional intelligence and how you will define success
Sharing three lessons learned from the Tulsa Fire Department’s current fleet crisis
Alejandro Mayorkas, who oversees FEMA and the USFA, will speak during Wednesday’s general session
The IAFC award honors a firefighter for their expert training, professional service and dedication to the duty displayed in saving a human life
The award recognizes one volunteer and one paid fire chief for their leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, public service and contributions to the fire service
Radios serve as a critical communications and safety tool on any hazardous scene
East Hartford, Conn., Fire Chief John Oates encouraged chiefs to embrace several key strategies to lead successful fire departments into the future
Chiefs Pfeifer and Schwartz, Commissioner Cassano and FBI Special Agent Combs came together for the first time during Fire-Rescue International 2021
Fire-Rescue International kicks off in Charlotte, N.C., with a powerful 9/11 memorial tribute, an “State of the IAFC” statement and more
Identify the key factors for your department’s data needs – terminology, mapping, analysis and the “why”
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