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.
A 19-year-old Marion County rookie says co-workers restrained, beat and waterboarded him during his second shift while trying to force his phone passcode, prompting firings and criminal charges
Utica Township Fire Protection District leaders told county commissioners the department has grown its volunteer ranks, improved training and is on track to be fully operational by 2026
Vote now: Should a commissioner be a firefighter, an EMS leader, an executive — or a mix?
We need a plan that standardizes our response. But how do we do that in the dynamic world of emergency services?
Denver’s Deputy Director of Safety noted the assistant chief violated department policies including possession of firearms on city property
The IAFC Career Fire Chief of the Year details some of the innovative programs at the Colorado Springs Fire Department
Survey respondents shared positive outlooks on the top chief
The Charlotte SouthPark fire report highlights improvements in several areas, including the hiring of more inspectors and enhanced firefighter survival training
How to minimize scheduling strains and mission misalignment between the department’s shift-workers and administrative workforce
A requirement that all aerial supervisors be government employees and the use of contractors has become a point of contention
The Alabama Fire College investigated the incident and found “a few minor changes” that Decatur Fire & Rescue officials need to address
An Alabama recruit school is under investigation after video emerges of a staged EMS response in a bathroom
The IAFC president shares how it can be difficult to release the reins, but seeing your members be successful is truly the greatest achievement
A Decatur Fire & Rescue recruit school training video shows recruits facing a simulated injured patient inside a bathroom stall
A CAL FIRE employee had spent months as an inmate firefighter after a gross vehicular manslaughter conviction
A response to one chief’s perspective on the role of human factors in fatal incidents
In exchange for bribes, Mayor Eric Adams allegedly expedited a fire safety inspection at a Turkish consulate building, among other charges
The Scottsdale (Arizona) assistant chief says the true meaning of fireground safety is getting lost in the discourse
Remember, they are firefighters serving their community just like you
Kansas City officials approved a record settlement of lawsuits alleging discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, age and abuse
It is up to the training officers to make live-fire training both safe and effective; here’s how to do it
How to conduct an effective AAR that will contribute to the health and growth of the organization
When Chief Richard Ganci took over the behavior health program at St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, there was no guidebook. So, he and his team wrote one.
Body-worn camera footage shows Memphis EMTs not providing aid during the fatal incident
CAL Fire officials said the apparatus engineer is suspected of setting five fires while off duty
The Anne Arundel County fire chief underscores the importance of transparency and trust when stepping into a new leadership role
Wallingford fire officers said former Fire Chief Joseph Czentnar ordered a firefighter to attend two EMS training events under his name
The University of Virginia is hosting a panel discussion on Oct. 3 to dive deep into the modern issues facing those dedicated to serving the community at large
Biennial event offers a network of support, education and training to empower women and elevate the fire service
As a leader, you have a responsibility to calm the turbulence
Why are we afraid of putting a stopwatch to performance?
Two former chiefs in the prevention bureau allegedly solicited and accepted bribes from at least 2021 through 2023
Despite overwhelming evidence that they work, firefighters still don’t use seat belts; this three-step process explains why and offers solutions
