Fire Department Management
The fire department management topic focuses on fire service leadership, from the high-level management issues facing fire chiefs to the administrative functions and budget issues that impact day-to-day operations.
The 1–10 rating system sounds objective, but it’s vulnerable to personal bias and apathetic evaluators, while lacking any actionable path for growth
Beyond the widely publicized cuts to FEMA, the budget would eliminate two programs that help communities fund apparatus and stations
Rebecca Harned and Tom Jenkins explain how the system is making it easier and faster to track and share fire data
A PFD commander is under investigation for harassment while two employees who made complaints against him face scrutiny over OT records
A logistics team is essential for streamlining larger, more complex operations
Three top officers of the Los Angeles firefighters union were suspended after an audit revealed $800,000 in improperly documented credit card charges
The new Federal Wildland Fire Service would consolidate USDA and DOI fire programs into one command under the Interior Department
The closing of a Summit Township firehouse came during a time when township officials and the firefighters’ union were working on contract mediation
After years of protests, lawsuits, and unrest, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens marked the opening of the controversial training center, a project long mired in public outcry and legal battles
Understanding the origin, meaning and controversy related to the thin red line flags
Learn the basics of artificial intelligence, plus how to use a chatbot at your department to streamline work
It’s time to reevaluate our SOPs, eliminate insular groups, and see traditions as an honor, not an anchor
The Los Angeles Fire Department’s Bureau of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion faces major cutbacks as Mayor Karen Bass proposes folding it into another division amid political pressure and budget cuts
Mesa Fire and Medical is preparing to spend $162 million next year as it handles nearly 200 daily calls, with 84% tied to medical emergencies
Winston-Salem officials say cutting sick and vacation days could help fund more competitive salaries
With fewer recruits and rising retirements, departments like East Hartford are turning to costly overtime and mutual aid to cover growing staffing gaps
California is the first state to own two C-130 Hercules cargo planes outfitted for wildland firefighting
One study shows that injuries for firefighters working 48-hour shifts are highest during the second day of the shift
How fire service leaders can create clarity, avoid chaos and prepare for what’s next
The FireRescue1 community speaks up about leadership, training, technology adoption, member advocacy and more
Despite a looming $1-billion budget shortfall, Mayor Karen Bass is proposing 227 new positions, including firefighters and EMTs, after the city’s most destructive wildfire
When it comes to grant funding, a well-developed plan can be key to securing the funds your organization needs
The high number of station fires highlights the need for alarms and sprinkler systems
Small amounts of time and money can save you a lot of grief — and billions of dollars downstream
Learn what it takes to implement a successful, sustainable in-house therapy dog program
When false fire alarms from a fraternity house hit a breaking point, one fire officer found the answer in equal parts authority and allyship
With volunteer numbers declining and emergency calls rising, Franklin County is expanding paid EMS staffing and launching creative recruitment efforts to keep up with demand
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department’s new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
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