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.
Resilience is not something you’re born with; rather, it’s a skill you can develop
Peer support teams are a proven tool, but not every agency has the staffing or budget to create and run their own
There’s a fine line between coping and avoiding; which one are you engaged in?
A fire service Stockdale course would require minimal changes to the Naval War College’s “Foundations of Moral Obligation,” using the best models of human beings under pressure
As COVID-19 wears on and flu season approaches, it’s more important than ever to stay healthy
Four strategies to develop younger members so they can effectively lead the fire service into the future
Tackling key questions about whether a department can uphold a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol workplace policy that prohibits firefighter medical marijuana use, both on- and off-duty
If a doctor clears a firefighter to return to duty, can the department reject their request to return to work?
How months of civil unrest forced the fire service to build new community relationships, fight for access, step up communication and protect its members
How to assess your current status, develop clear and measurable goals, and create a plan for success
Sometimes, a first responder may just want to talk to a peer who has walked in their shoes, and can provide understanding and direction
Put controls in place to prevent fire department fraud, embezzlement and other financial (and PR) nightmares
5 reasons every firefighter, paramedic and EMT needs to exercise
Gordon Graham discusses the tactical withdrawal of first responders when encountering a violent or dangerous scene
We must address public safety personnel who lie, cheat, steal, perjure, beat, molest, assault, falsify, embezzle and do otherwise bad things
Understanding the legal precedent behind free speech rights and how they apply to on and off-duty first responders
How to move past annoyance and embrace the questions
Tips for fireground communications – and why silence can be golden
Training on the full response cycle can help improve crew performance
Detailing VR options, advantages and how this new tool can complement live-fire training
How to stick to health-focused resolutions amid the pandemic
The program should address sound policy, equipment preparation, scene size-up, program implementation and post-incident reviews
Providing alcohol in the firehouse can serve as a mechanism to encourage socialization, but this also creates liability issues
