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.
A three-alarm fire severely damaged a Teaneck home, displacing a family of three and prompting a multi-agency response
More than 130 firefighters battled a major fire in Pacoima that destroyed four homes amid exploding fireworks
Seven people remain missing after a fireworks warehouse explosion near Esparto triggered a massive blaze that spread across 80 acres
Let’s do this: MCIs, hose stretch, RIT, size-up and more
The report outlines how a recently installed water tank and snorkel for water drop exercises contributed to the crash
It’s vital that the IC and the company officer share a knowledge of tactics, plus each other’s abilities and training level
With skills, preparation and clear expectations, firefighters can facilitate productive conversations with bystanders at an incident
It’s time to standardize your second-alarm assignment for the benefit of your citizens, not just who you want to respond with
Officers must acknowledge generational differences and develop common goals for team members
First responders must be clear about their observations and follow key documentation guidelines to be considered as a credible witness
Higher education can serve as a springboard to new fire service opportunities while complementing hands-on training
Never take photos of patients, snap selfies during operations, or focus more on your helmet cam than the action on scene
CognitiveEMS, developed by University of Virginia researchers, provides prompts to support responders’ decision-making
Lessons from U.S. Navy SEALs can help firefighters better focus on life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation
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