Lexipol
Lexipol provides fully developed, state-specific fire department policies researched and written by subject matter experts and vetted by attorneys. Our policies are based on nationwide standards and best practices while also incorporating state and federal laws and regulations where appropriate. Best of all, we keep your policies updated for you, saving you time and money.
With Lexipol, you will enhance personnel accountability, reduce liability, save time and money on policy management AND rest easy knowing your department is protected.
These five strategies are designed to help you overcome exhaustion and maintain momentum toward your fitness goals
Incident reports can be helpful, but do you recall the date and address of every incident you ever responded to? You need something more.
Take steps to prioritize your wellness so you can better serve your community, your colleagues and your family
It’s important firefighters understand the construction differences between a historic 100-year-old building and a house built six months ago
There’s really only one situation that warrants going direct to the scene in your personal vehicle
When poorly written or overly broad anti-nepotism requirements are applied to firefighters, difficult problems can arise
You are responsible for your level of health and fitness; it’s time to stop letting excuses stand in your way
Part of being a good manager is watching for personal traits, distractions and other concerns that might lead to line-of-duty deaths
Before a fire breaks out, corrections staff and firefighters should pre-plan how to respond
When it comes to firefighter mental health, does your department have a “consequence-management” model?
It’s important to consider both the physical and mental well-being of personnel when deciding whether to begin a rehab operation
Gordon Graham recommends responders be vigilant and on the lookout for kids left in hot vehicles during warmer months
Are you truly ready for your next “smell of gas” call? Gordon Graham reminds you to appreciate the risk and prepare
In advance of Stand Down week, Lexipol has released updated Fire Procedures that address several issues involved with lithium-ion batteries
While good for protecting your eyesight, be aware that wearing sunglasses as a first responder could be seen as intimidation
Your agency should have a policy covering communication with Deaf and hard-of-hearing people; are you familiar with it?
Emergency Preparedness
You can protect others, but what about yourself? Make sure you’re personally ready in the event of an emergency so you can assist others in their time of need
Leadership
What can we do to ensure we’re preserving the elements that make the fire service great — while cutting out the elements that no longer fit?
Bad behaviors associated with cliques may include the use of intimidation tactics, promotion of racist or sexist ideologies, or subverting the chain of command
Apparatus crashes mean a host of legal and personnel issues, not to mention the potential for tragedy
A simple policy shop for police has grown into a comprehensive suite of operational and wellness solutions for first responders
Each call for service is unique; the only way you can thoroughly investigate every call you go to is to slow down
Detailing the tragedy from the initial response to the final investigation
Sometimes people will only judge you or your agency by the quality of your report, so take the time to do it right, and check your work!
You can’t help anyone if you don’t get there safely; always practice defensive driving, especially when you’re responding to an emergency call
How to implement mayday-focused policies in an actionable and relatable way that builds muscle memory for these events
If you’re called to serve in an environment where you might be exposed to smoke and ash, protect yourself
Being a public safety professional can be very rewarding ... but it can also be very stressful
When left unaddressed, imposter syndrome can evolve into more serious mental health issues like uncontrolled stress, anxiety and depression
An essential component of a healthy body and mind is letting your body recover from the stresses of a tough workout – or a tough shift
The concept of wellness encompasses the whole body, and leaders play a role in supporting the physical, mental and emotional needs of first responders
“We can’t plan for everything, but with the right people, policies, training, and supervision in place we can best handle whatever may come our way”
Firefighters and paramedics often take images on calls. How long should such images be retained, and why?
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