Leadership
Leadership is one of the critical components of a successful crew, fire department and the fire service as a whole. The FireRescue1 Leadership resource page shares a variety of news, original analysis, podcasts and videos to enhance leadership throughout the ranks.
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
Starting with mayday basics, like when and how to call a mayday, primes them for actual emergencies and sets a foundation for more advanced training
Leadership in public safety is not about rank, charisma or generational labels; it’s rooted in people
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
The key for fire service leaders is finding – and maximizing – members’ strengths, even when they aren’t a perfect fit
Inspections save lives in very real, specific ways, often because of lessons learned through unimaginable loss
Lynchburg officials are asking employees, partners and residents what qualities should guide the search for a new fire chief
The San Bernardino County Fire Department looked at new technology using infrared sensors and sound waves to suppress flames
Mid County Fire Chief Randell Sanders says new search protocols are coming after firefighters failed to find Wayne Vann in his burned home
Shifting from activity-based metrics to outcome-driven measures shows whether fire service efforts truly reduce risk and deliver public value
The Yantic, Taftville, Laurel Hill and Occum volunteer departments say Norwich officials did not negotiate in good faith over the city’s unified command policy
From showing appreciation to explaining the “why,” there are several ways to help minimize attrition rates at your department
Rochester Fire is now one of just 334 departments worldwide to earn CFAI accreditation and one of only 124 in the nation to pair it with the ISO Class 1 fire protection rating
Smyrna Fire Department’s recognition highlights simple, low-cost habits, from gear cleaning to post-fire showers, that help reduce exposure and protect long-term health
A simple three-step approach helps company officers identify what’s known, uncover blind spots and use fresh perspectives to improve decisions on the fireground
The 2026 honorees include longtime volunteer Roger Beedy, health and safety advocate Frank Leeb, junior firefighter Grace Isakson and Plano Fire Explorers Post 215
Focus on the core competencies that prevent small errors from becoming fatal ones
Company officers play the biggest role in shaping whether firehouse culture leans toward purpose or persistent complaint
A new city audit says a 2019 triage protocol helped slow firefighter turnout, contributing to missed emergency response goals across San Diego for three years in a row
Public records reveal the former Loveland fire chief requested an amicable exit, with terms covering severance pay, confidentiality and a promise to not sue
Shreveport fireground video and interviews detail response issues, delayed search and communication breakdowns, as lawsuits allege firefighter actions and dispatch errors contributed to four deaths
The San Bernardino County (Calif.) FPD fire chief says it’s time to step up to fix what’s broken in the fire service — and that means embracing technology and innovation
Valley Regional Fire & Rescue in Butler Township started “116-The Frequency” to connect with residents, highlight local leaders and give listeners a closer look at firehouse life
Sendelbach said he is disappointed to be leaving the department but humbled by the community support and “incredibly proud of the members of the LFRA”
A recall effort targets three Loveland Rural Fire Protection Board directors as debate intensifies over the fate of Fire Chief Tim Sendelbach
Norwich and four volunteer fire departments are set to begin mediation over the city’s unified command policy and the closure of Yantic Fire Engine Co.
After decades of work in the firefighter counseling space, Leto shares what he’s learned about resilience, relationships and the healing power of doing good
Fire Chief Robert Logan and Battalion Chief David Picone detail how SDFR shows its members ‘we’re focused on you’
Time may be limited, but we can find ways to maintain the shared kitchen table time that builds a sense of family
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