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 hidden spy camera disguised as a phone charger was discovered in the bunkroom of an El Cajon fire station, leaving female EMS personnel feeling violated and unsafe
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
Commendations and unit citations were awarded to Decatur firefighters for their rescues during a February apartment fire
The Fairfax County (Virginia) firefighter-paramedic talks crew bonding, firefighter reproductive health, and banishing ego to create space for vulnerable conversations
Fate of the Springfield Township fire chief and assistant chief is uncertain pending decision from board of trustees
21 Carroll County fire, EMS employees have either quit or been fired in the last 10 months
Syracuse Fire Chief Michael J. Monds is in his seventh year as chief, leading 368 firefighters stationed in 10 firehouses across the city
San Diego hasn’t hired an outsider to run its Fire-Rescue Department in more than two decades, but it’s expected to take a harder look at doing so
From department culture to personal self-reflection, several factors can help you answer the question
Syracuse Fire Chief Michael J. Monds looks back at being a firefighter and offers advice on leadership
How random sampling at the final stage of the hiring process impacted diversity among the ranks
Simple gestures, like checking in after difficult calls or noticing changes in behavior, can make a significant difference
Fire Rescue Systems’ full-suite IMS provides a robust, user-friendly solution that enhances fire department operations
Fire service leaders can take action to increase awareness, access and applicability of these potentially lifesaving programs
In your first 30 days as chief, focus on building your team, embracing individuals with institutional knowledge, and finding a sounding board for new ideas
Lexington Fire Department is one of only seven departments to attain three top accrediations
Simple steps to maintain composure when the scene is anything but routine
The Eugene Springfield (Oregon) Fire battalion chief details the importance of a shared vision of learning and training at every organization
FRCE’s Fire Service Occupational Cancer Alliance spotlighted four efforts to minimize occupational cancer risks
Summarizing keystone research across the four ventilation methods used on the fireground
First things first: You do not get to cut holes anymore!
Effective mutual aid agreements are built on professional relationships, shared goals, and trust
Oroville had only one mechanic, a vacancy in staffing, and was falling behind schedule
Firefighters get real about one of the biggest issues facing the industry and how to fix it
You will be pulled in many directions and take some shots from outsiders, so it’s important to have a support system
Carroll County Fire & EMS had file cabinets with outdated information before they began using software from Lexipol
We can all work from the same playbook
The Fairfax County battalion chief on the power of professional development for your members
Union President John Sibiga said the report shows the Baltimore County Fire Department “lacks sufficient fiscal, physical, and human resources to accomplish its core mission”
“Take care of your troops and they will take care of you” and other military command lessons applied to the fire service
Get to know your people, listen to their input, and allow them to use their skills and abilities
Understanding how to pay for the change, achieve buy-in and foster connections, plus tips rooted in experience
