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.
Being a public safety professional can be very rewarding ... but it can also be very stressful
The Nov. 18 event will feature expert-led sessions that support operational excellence and leadership readiness
While good for protecting your eyesight, be aware that wearing sunglasses as a first responder could be seen as intimidation
When are you within your legal right to ask a citizen to stop filming and in what context?
Too much information, not enough information and bad information all contribute to uncertainty in the incident commander’s decision-making process
In this video, Gordon Graham highlights the danger of adding unauthorized accessories to personal protective equipment
In this video, Gordon Graham highlights facts about vaping that firefighters should be aware of before partaking
While rehab is typically thought of as for structure fires, Gordon Graham challenges responders to think about rehab during non-structure fire operations too
Eligible regional activities under AFG are Vehicle Acquisition, Training, Equipment, Wellness and Fitness, and PPE activities
Your goal should be more than inspecting uniforms and taking attendance; go beyond assigning riding positions and passing along department-required information
The award recognizes leaders with exemplary impact on the national level in firefighter advocacy and fire prevention, mitigation and response
Port Authority Officer Will Jimeno, who was trapped in the World Trade Center rubble, shares what he has learned from his recovery post-9/11
In this tip, Gordon Graham outlines how first responders should communicate when encountering an individual experiencing a mental health crisis
The legislation requires FEMA to allocate 25% of the grants for career fire and EMS departments, 25% for combination departments and 25% for volunteer departments
In this video, Gordon Graham outlines the steps firefighters should take to ensure they are following their department’s policy for political activity on the job
Listen as Gordon Graham offers a reminder to first responders that the public is always watching, even when the lights and sirens aren’t on
Chief Goldfeder takes on the issue of “Dirty Helmet Syndrome” and how much firefighters should be concerned with cleaning their gear
Prolonged drought, increased temperatures, a lack of moisture, and an extended fire “season” are all exacerbating factors that could add up to a destructive year
Listen as Gordon Graham tackles an often-ignored problem in public safety – the proper use of sick days
Listen as Gordon Graham touches on the importance staying fit in the fire service and how to engage fellow firefighters to encourage good habits
What if two firefighters — one an underperformer, one a star performer — commit the same infraction?
Listen as Gordon Graham discuses the inner strength it takes to admit when you’ve made a bad decision or used poor judgment
Listen as Gordon Graham details how to handle First amendment auditors in this tip from the risk management expert
Chief Goldfeder addresses what to do about a fire chief who loves the title but is out of the loop on tactics
Chief Goldfeder tackles the often-lamented issue of freelancing, namely why crews still do it even when it can create fireground chaos and confusion
In this tip, Gordon Graham discusses how a bad attitude can “spread like wildfire” and how to prevent that negativity from getting out of control
Setting boundaries can protect your existing relationships, while forging new connections can help you cultivate different avenues of support
From workplace tension to high turnover, in Today’s Tip from Gordon Graham, learn about the damaging effect gossip can have in public safety
It’s important to find a focused habit that energizes you and returns you to yourself as whole and complete
Even though ARP funds may not reach local governments for several months, you should start your efforts now if you are going to be successful
You cannot make the right decision if you are addressing the wrong issue
Understand how first responders can participate in the funding
