Incident Command
The FireRescue1 incident command resource page offers in-depth information about incident command principles, crew and resource deployment, best practices related to incident action plans and size-ups, training for specialized fireground teams, plus the latest news about incidents involving command issues.
Investigators faulted the Newark Fire Division for inadequate training, tactical errors and a decision to send firefighters into a hazardous cargo hold
An Austin-Travis County EMS spokesperson said two were rescued from under the debris of the house that exploded and a third from a partially collapsed house next door
Miami Dade Fire Rescue crews, including two fireboats, responded to a third-alarm fire at a scrap metal yard
Understanding the role of the EOP, COG, COOP and other key documents to keep your agency operational
We must review our incidents with honesty or we’ll never be able to improve as a fire service
A standardization of fire and EMS could be the next ‘giant leap’ for public safety
Breaking down police, fire rescue, EMS roles in a traffic incident management system
Little Rock Fire Department Battalion Chief Edward Karriem, 41, was the commanding officer at the scene and was found unresponsive in his command vehicle
Brunacini’s impact on the fire service is far-reaching and profound, particularly in the areas of safety, command and customer service
Detailing the principles of CRM and how checklists can help incident commanders maintain fireground safety
Federal officials recommended reviewing resources on situational awareness, communication and preparation of personnel and apparatus ahead of the upcoming inauguration
The decision was driven by several factors, including the loss of a grant funding the academy and a hiccup in the timing of last year’s civil service exam
The pandemic will solidify new best practices for agencies to manage a disaster that inhibits physical EOC operations
Every helicopter takeoff and landing, every suspicious package, every hint of civil unrest – Station 13 is ready to respond
The two firefighters remain in critical condition more than five weeks after being severely burned while battling the Silverado Fire
Why we need to consider another incident priority: Helping fire victims post-fire
Ohio and Kentucky fire departments work in a unified command to manage a fire and hazmat incident on the Brent Spence Bridge connecting the states
The ultimate goal of the High-Performance Organization model is to have more problem-finders AND more problem-solvers
A freak accident in San Francisco underscores the dangers of working near moving vehicles
Firefighters face new threats, prompting additional collaboration with public safety partners and needs for enhanced technology
The East Troublesome Fire in Grand County grew 150,000 acres in 24 hours, now second-largest fire in state’s history
The final step in the LABOR acronym, relax underscores that ICs must not bring more chaos to an already dynamic scene
Four strategies to develop younger members so they can effectively lead the fire service into the future
Use communications-focused models, methods to enhance fireground communication among members
Using data to track factors influencing firefighter mental health to identify, intervene and prevent PTSD
The risk management expert offers tips for response efforts with public safety counterparts and details the Lexipol Connect 2020 Virtual User Group Conference
Detailing three parts of the incident command acronym LABOR: Announce, box and observe
How months of civil unrest forced the fire service to build new community relationships, fight for access, step up communication and protect its members
The APX NEXT XE P25 Smart Radio provides clearer audio, rugged reliability and touchscreen controls to help keep firefighters connected on the fireground
Detailing the pros and cons of the incident commander’s three options for the command post: inside the vehicle, at the back of the vehicle and in front of the incident
Nautically themed tools prompt fire service leaders to expand resources and assess risk
Your agency’s data can help inform local decision-making, mitigate risk, improve firefighter safety and show the impact you are making
Download this free guide to learn everything you need to know about applying for funding radios and other communications equipment through AFG
