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.
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, Chief Josh Waldo and Chief Marc Bashoor offer potential solutions that would accommodate both training and program reviews
A new policy aims to curb sexual harassment claims, including a $350K settlement to former “Jersey Shore” star and EMT Angelina Pivarnick over alleged misconduct
Four questions to help leaders refine how to educate their members on fire department discrimination and reporting practices
Matheis spent 30 years with the Newport Beach (California) Fire Department, retiring as a division chief in 2011
Survey responses reveal divide on industry culture, hiring standards and the future of operations
An internal report into a 2023 blaze that killed two firefighters found equipment failures, extreme heat and a lack of modern tactics
Firefighters are not short on opinions — what is often missing is the discipline to follow through and make those conversations matter
Dr. Rich Gasaway encourages all firefighters to study near-miss reports, not to judge those involved but to learn from them
The Grapevine City Council is set to consider buying a squad vehicle for the fire department, a move city leaders say fits rising EMS demand but firefighters argue could weaken fire response
Trident Seafoods claims Tacoma firefighters mishandled a 2023 vessel fire, allowing it to spread and destroy a $185 million ship
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
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