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.
This very efficient form of stretching can improve balance, flexibility and mental clarity
You can disagree without disrespect, you can educate without condescending, and you can lead without knowing everything
Preventing and reducing fire apparatus crashes should be a leading initiative in all fire departments
The new law provides for two types of leave for employees impacted by COVID-19
It is critical that agencies prepare, educate and train dispatchers to evaluate the signs and symptoms of COVID-19
Despite the newness and unknown of the virus, IAFC leaders underscored it’s not that difficult to predict some of the near-term effects
As you serve as a first responder, you will confront a wide range of emotional responses to this pandemic, so take time to process your thoughts
A review of the most important information for fire and EMS leaders as they develop plans to treat patients and protect personnel
Public safety employers have statutory mandates to protect their employees and the public from these diseases
Understanding the difference between hazing, bullying and training in the academy setting
Struggling to keep up with skills may signal that the firefighter’s commitments have exceeded what they can realistically maintain
Learn the top four reasons departments face legal proceedings, answers to liability questions and how to best protect your department and members
How to host your own training exercise in order to save on costs and engage all members
Public safety professionals of all ranks and positions can learn to convey messages of hope and resiliency
Curt Varone outlines conditions that prevent fire departments from firing at-will or probationary firefighters without cause
Good policies support a fire department culture of trust, and a culture of trust supports successful execution of a fireground strategy
This white paper details four mistakes commonly made by public safety agencies when it comes to evaluating personnel
