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Caughey talks ‘Carpool Command’ and other training tips for ICs

Jason Caughey, fire chief of the Laramie County Fire Authority in Wyoming, shares tips for creating a strong command culture

You’ve probably heard of “Carpool Karaoke,” but what about Carpool Command? It’s one of many great training ideas shared by Laramie County Fire Authority Fire Chief Jason Caughey. Caughey offers insights on command training and tactics, plus how to create a command culture that’s baked into every part of training, even if you’re just driving around with your chief, singing “Bohemian Rhapsody” to get comfortable on the radio. And don’t miss all this:

  • What it means to be a “bullfighter” chief
  • The critical role of a command aide – a “senior set of eyes”
  • How the echo method works on scene – and in relationships
  • The debate about where to set up command

Read more from Chief Caughey: Command hacks for volunteer fire departments

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