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.
Pawtucket officials are defending their decision to terminate four firefighters and accept the departures of four others after an internal investigation uncovered possible criminal conduct
$7 million worth of Mercedes hose was sitting in Canada, awaiting delivery to U.S. fire departments – with a $1.75 million tariff
Daily highlights, exhibit hall photos and videos, special honors and more
Firefighters of all ranks are encouraged to participate in this state-of-the-industry survey
A well-paired team in the front seats of the apparatus will usually help produce a much more cohesive crew within the firehouse and on the emergency scene
Listen as Gordon Graham breaks down the responsibility of supervisors in fostering the growth of those they lead
Busting the myths about our work is critical, not only to support our retention efforts but also to maintain realistic public expectations
While non-fire-specific training can be beneficial, trainers who fail to understand the needs of first responders will lose their interest
Sean DeCrane accused officials in 2016 of violating his rights because they mistakenly believed he leaked information about an incoming chief
Metro Chiefs are taking members where they NEED to be, whether they want to or knew they could get there
It’s one thing to check the boxes; it’s another to create opportunity for your members
“Sadly, this isn’t the last time we will see these headlines, but for us, today, put the tourniquet away and focus on the heart and soul of those in our charge.”
The company officer is the first line of defense when debate escalates
After Firefighter Matthew Dizney’s suspected overdose, commanders transferred staffers among New Britain’s eight firehouses to break up cliques
Telling my members, my wife and myself that I was OK worked for a while, then it all caught up with me on an incident scene
A look back at some of the most popular shows and our personal favorites, too
24 hours filled with constant alerts, plus meetings, training and little sleep
Even if we haven’t done so ourselves, we certainly know someone who has – and yet we ignore this blatantly obvious issue
Fostering a family environment keeps members engaged, but what happens when that “family” becomes a little too exclusive?
Learning to truly love others is one trait that separates otherwise good leaders from outstanding leaders
Embrace them and thank them, then get on the ball and teach them
The latest updates from attendees and exhibitors
It’s time to step up and lead, adopt the technological revolution around us, and focus on education and connection
The firefighter was trapped for a minute after a wall collapsed, but rescued by crewmembers
Names can describe, categorize and serve as a symbol, but we also need to update them when appropriate
At CFSI’s annual symposium, the fire administrator touted enhanced collaboration and consistency of messaging from fire service groups
A fourth-generation firefighter, Fort Lauderdale Chief Rhoda Mae Kerr was the first woman elected to serve as president of the IAFC
America’s firefighters were better trained and equipped for the future but ever mindful and proud of their past
“I really didn’t catch them, just tried to break their fall, but I went for it,” said Warrensburg Fire Protection Chief Keith Hackl
The solution to creating a safety margin is understanding the dragons we face and learning the lessons to be more proficient and go home safely
The director of the Master of Public Safety program at the Univ. of Virginia addresses some of the leadership challenges currently facing the fire service
The La Pine Professional Firefighters Association Local 3387 is taking issue with Pine Rural Fire Protection District Chief Michael Supkis
