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.
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
The badge is a widely recognized symbol of authority; it is also a symbol of public faith and trust
Treat your challenges as obstacles, not excuses, and treat your failures as learning opportunities
Remember, the future of your organization depends on finding and keeping good people
Using social media to research potential firefighter candidates could cause problems for your department
Learn how to maintain a sense of calm so you can help others
It’s important that first responders don’t take their public image for granted; prove your commitment to public service every day
Live fire training must be managed with rigorous preparation and adherence to regulations
We need a plan that standardizes our response. But how do we do that in the dynamic world of emergency services?
Whether you are applying for federal, state, local, private or nonprofit funds, know your project’s proposal inside and out
Exercising outside is a benefit of the summer months; watch as Aaron Zamzow outlines tips for successful outdoor workouts for firefighters
Just because a tragedy is new to you does not mean it is new to our profession.
As a leader, you have a responsibility to calm the turbulence
Departments must remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the potential for violence on scene
Today, most agencies have reduced or eliminated pensions; that means it’s on you to financially plan for retirement
Recognizing when to seek help is crucial yet often obscured by the stigma against mental health treatment
Gordon Graham: Today’s first responders need more than a transactional relationship with their superiors
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
Let’s aspire to build a future where ego takes a backseat to compassion and accountability
There are few things firefighters do that put the public at risk, but responding to calls is one of them
In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert; box breathing can help
With careful planning and administrative support, an agency wellness program can save careers, marriages and even lives
Retirement from public safety can feel like a long-awaited escape, but for many firefighters, the transition is more challenging than expected
The fire service must embrace a culture of operating safely and managing risk appropriately
Regular training helps agencies ensure their personnel are not only compliant but also prepared to handle the complexities of their roles
If you’re looking for a powerful lesson for all ranks in your agency, it might be time to consider a staff ride
Every little thing counts, whether related to equipment, operations, or communication
Without good policies to provide guidance, your department will never be fully effective as an organization
The uncertainty of complex problems requires flexibility when crafting responses
In this tip, Gordon Graham reminds first responders not to go on autopilot when it comes to completing training requirements, because “lives depend on it”
As the Greek physician and philosopher Hippocrates said, “If you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk.”
It’s up to each of us to do the work and ensure we’re complementing each other’s missions
Make sure your department’s traditions, behaviors and practices aren’t putting a damper on member retention or recruitment
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