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.
After two hours behind closed doors, the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority board delayed a final decision on Chief Sendelbach, who has been on paid leave since Jan. 28.
The risk management expert delivers commonsense wisdom, including three actions he would take if he were in charge
Teaching firefighters in a classroom has never been an easy proposition, but there are ways to create an engaging learning experience
Chicago firefighter leaders said paramedics worked nearly 230,000 overtime hours to staff the city’s 80 ambulances last year, and they are on track to do the same in 2024
If you seem to thrive in a negative environment, it might be time to reconsider your purpose in the fire service
Fire service data is like grains of sand – insignificant on their own but a mighty force when combined in a meaningful way
A properly planned and managed staff meeting provides the opportunity to reinforce the vision of both the leader and the organization
Carroll County officials back Chief Michael Robinson saying recent problems are part of creating a new department
Products to engage the senses and equip a comfortable, calming space
A Data Dream Team is working to build and implement a robust data management system for the fire service
Fresno city council officials preserved staffing with funds from a reduced pension system payment
Deputy Fire Commissioner Jeffrey W. Thompson joined the department in 1989 and worked out of one of the busiest firehouses in the city
How to shift your leadership style from one of crew ownership to stewardship
Chapter 4 of this comprehensive desk reference about EMS in the U.S. untangles the origin and history of the EMS Star of Life
Chief Marc Bashoor details what makes this year’s event unique
The initiative calls for the suspension of non-emergency activities to focus solely on safety and health training and discussion
Data shows Vacaville firefighters are responding to more calls and completing more training
Firefighting was crowned most-stressful job; understanding what makes it so is key to reducing that stress
The Charleston, S.C., chief reflects on his journey from the trauma of the Sofa Super Store fire tragedy to finding – and living – his growth-focused mission
Mayor Todd Gloria’s selection comes after firefighters launched an online petition in support of Deputy Chief Robert Logan
Newport News first responders had not followed protocols and incorrectly declared Quandrell Williams dead
Following the Surfside collapse incident, MDFR recognized the need to expand its mental health efforts due to the scope and longevity of rescue and recovery efforts
A group of chiefs are arguing that Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh demoted them due to age
The agency developed key performance initiatives and formed a new division — Analytics and Decision Support
How to select the right quick-action technique – completion, delegation or relegation – to help mitigate the impact of stressors
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell details the historic event that’s expanding international collaboration
The East Franklin Fire Department has until June 30 to sign a contract or turn in gear and cease operations
Mayor Michelle Wu announced plans to fully restore funding for public safety
The team focused on centralizing the department data analysts and GIS specialists
New ordinance allows the fire chief to declare a building a “public nuisance” and have a structure torn down
Suisun City Fire Chief Brad Lopez said many of the department’s goals will require strategic financial planning
Firefighters and civilians have signed an online petition to have Deputy Chief Robert Logan be selected as the next fire chief
Lessons from a near-miss collapse drive a data-focused approach to pre-incident planning and firefighter safety
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