Risk Management
Risk management is the practice of keeping firefighters safe, well trained and out of trouble.
After fatal incidents, the board urges NFPA-aligned training, ship familiarization, Coast Guard coordination and stronger port partnerships
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The victim drives the rescue. Your crews’ capabilities dictate the operation.
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Listen as Gordon Graham details the benefits of learning from the past and how firefighters can implement those lessons in their communities
2018 Santa Fe Sport models’ anti-lock brake system can malfunction, cause an electrical surge and start a fire, even if the engine is off
Limited staffing calls for being efficient in planning, training and member skills
“The coordinated efforts to protect first responders, building engineers and others is vital,” Fire Chief Niles Ford said
While most firefighters are aware of HIPAA laws, members should also be aware of department policies involving private or confidential information
So much fire-focused work relies on engineering to complete tasks safely and efficiently – this is CRR in action
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham outlines the collaborative effort required to successfully back up a fire apparatus
In this tip, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to be smart about their use of cell phones while on duty
In this video, Gordon Graham outlines best practices for radio use to increase fireground efficiency and reduce risk
Owners of more than 39,000 2021 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators built between Dec. 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, are urged to park outdoors
The poll of nearly 700 FireRescue1 readers addressed opinions on medical marijuana use in states where it is already legal
The solution to creating a safety margin is understanding the dragons we face and learning the lessons to be more proficient and go home safely
It’s time to make MCI training part of the regular rotation
Nathan Register’s Pasco County Fire Rescue crew did not transport a woman allegedly suffering stroke symptoms, who later died
Technology, NFPA standards and a visionary leader drove key changes to help extinguish antiquated operations
Some 485,000 vehicles are included in the recall, and 11 fires have been reported in the U.S. so far
Qualified immunity protection varies from state to state. Do you know yours?
New Mexico’s firefighters lost qualified immunity: Is your state next?
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Many firefighters started calling a personal mayday years ago – it’s time to turn the tide
High profile fires in Philadelphia and New York highlight the need for additional community outreach and education
Risk identification must go beyond simple yes-or-no questions to consider the various mitigation options
Moore-Merrell spoke to the USFA mission, data system modernization, and the return of a full-service National Fire Academy in 2022
Helping a fall patient back into bed, a chair or onto the ambulance cot should launch risk mitigation in the patient’s home to prevent future falls
Working with schools to develop a plan for initial protective actions during emergencies, like active shooter events
Detailing simple steps fire departments can employ to best connect with members
Fire Chief Marc Bashoor details his perspective on the topic and outlines what one Florida department is doing to keep its members safe
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