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.
Retired Wildwood Fire Chief Daniel Speigel was recognized with the Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award for decades of service advancing the foundation’s mission
Hunt County commissioners voted to discontinue coverage for unincorporated areas outside Quinlan, citing incidents including a March 2025 fire that killed three people
Columbus Division of Fire Chief Jeff Happ submitted his retirement notice after an independent investigation found alleged supervisory and conduct violations
As NFFF liaison to the FDNY, Minogue works to support firefighters and their families – and pay forward positivity
Two House bills tackle membership, participation in hate groups and new public expressions of hate
We must slow down during the transition from ‘automatic’ to ‘effortful’ in our responses
The more we get jammed up, the more we lose organizational trust, public trust ... and insurance coverage
An internal memo following recent LODDs states that an exterior attack will be used regardless of occupancy, until certain conditions are met
One simple solution: Get back in touch with the community, physical and metaphorically
Setting the tone and driving organizational change from the chief’s seat
Oakland Fire Chief Damon Covington came up through the ranks during his 24 years with the department
Los Banos firefighters stayed with Karen Garcia’s children, fixing them breakfast and getting them ready for school after their mother was taken to the hospital
The battalion chief explains how so much of her decision-making is rooted in the 2008 Salisbury Millworks blaze
RAA’s Mark Tenia shares advice for connecting your messaging with your audience to promote community support
Lt. Col. Harold Moore showed us how we can demonstrate true leadership to our crewmembers and our community
When it comes to planning and politics, not every action must have an equal and opposite reaction
The Institution of Fire Engineers-USA Branch president explains how all firefighters impact fire systems, plus the power of international connections
A lack of firefighters combined with 17 engines, nine ladder trucks out for repairs, has caused officials to temporarily close three firehouses
Columbia River Fire & Rescue’s insurer will no longer take new claims due to whistleblower, wrongful termination and hostile workplace lawsuits
The Snyder Fire Department set a goal, formed a team, and made a plan to significantly increase its membership in two years
Position papers on neuroprotective CPR and pre-hospital transfusion of blood products were previously endorsed at the annual NFPA Urban Fire Forum
Bennet Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Tim Norris faced allegations of “leadership issues,” inappropriate behavior, and “unwillingness to change” in a six-page letter from members
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh told the online retailer the city has experienced 14 fire deaths to date caused by lithium-ion batteries
With program “sunset” on the horizon, National Advisory Council members converge to call on Congress to take action for America’s fire service
The IAFC president – the “chief of chiefs” – surrounds himself with passionate people who support the mission and the organization
Anchorage will allow most employees to use marijuana off the clock, but not work for the city within eight hours of using marijuana
U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell presided over the event that focused on current problems in the fire service
Government officials hear testimonies about challenges involving recruitment, cancer, mental health, EVs, climate change and beyond
Transparent communication between city managers and fire chiefs is essential for building a strong partnership and ensuring the city’s overall wellbeing
The Anchorage Assembly will vote on a proposal that would revoke automatic firing when an employee tests positive for drugs, instead requiring the employee to go through a “progressive disciplinary process”
There will be people who will work against you, but it’s critical to stay confident in who you are and remain positive
NVFC releases updated Junior Firefighter Program starter kit The National Volunteer Fire Council resource covers everything from liability to recruitment
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