Side Alpha Podcast on FireRescue1
The Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast puts fire service leaders and emerging leaders in front of the hot topics facing firefighters today.
Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast is hosted by Chief Marc Bashoor, Executive Editor of FireRescue1.com and FireChief.com. Chief Bashoor tackles the state of the fire service and pressing issues facing firefighters and fire departments at all levels.
The director of the Master of Public Safety program at the Univ. of Virginia addresses some of the leadership challenges currently facing the fire service
A message to the states that have not yet changed their association name to reflect that both men and women serve our communities
The goal of ERSI’s new reporting tool at ReportStruckBy.com is to improve the voluntary reporting, tracking and analysis of struck-by incident data
Chief Bashoor considers what the fire service has learned since 9/11 and what more we can do to honor our fallen brothers
Detailing how the National Interagency Fire Center can help fire departments facing significant fire threats
Leadership
A critical discussion of how fire service leaders can help their members thrive
ET3 - Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport Model
Breaking down the basics of community paramedicine and the biggest shifts in fire-based EMS
With so many divisions among personnel, it’s time we learn to embrace our fellow first responders
Understanding the symptoms and the long-term effects of a coronavirus diagnosis
Exploring why some firefighters still glamorize dirty gear and unsafe actions, despite knowing the risks
A new NFPA report unpacks what has changed and what has remained the same since ‘America Burning’
Public Relations
The renowned PIO discusses some challenging incidents he covered and shares guidance for new PIOs getting their footing in the role
Unpacking the PPE decon-cancer connection and what firefighters can do to protect their health
From how the department aligns with the university mission to how it handled the pandemic and prepares for WUI incidents
The duo explain why it’s every firefighter’s obligation to speak up about NFPA standards
Chief Bashoor looks at how fire departments can integrate MIH approaches
The Anne Arundel County chief considers whether stereotypes of generations hold true or whether they are used as a crutch for poor leadership
The CEOs discuss how the organization is working to help recruit and retain volunteer members, and celebrate the NVFC’s milestone anniversary
Gabliks details some of the changes ahead to the EFO program as well as how he hopes to expand outreach to firefighters around the country
On-scene rehab is vital to firefighters’ health; here’s how firefighters can set aside a week to focus on rehab
Exploring how fire service leaders can come to peace with the idea that not all volunteers will exhibit the same level of commitment to the department
Chief Bashoor discusses several recent rollovers and offers the 3 Gs of highway incidents to keep members safe on scene
Higher education can serve as a springboard to new fire service opportunities while complementing hands-on training
Fitness
Key steps for firefighter fitness and prolonging a fire service career, plus how to emerge from the “COVID cocoon” and recommit to a health mindset
Exploring the many reasons fire service leaders should engage fire behavior research into tactical training
Detailing the complementary nature of immersive learning with more traditional training in an academy setting
Lifestyle
The Firefighter 3 crew swap stories about those ‘firefighter life’ skills that go beyond FF1 and FF2
From who’s in charge of the remote to station laundry etiquette, the crew unpacks the lessons all new firefighters should know
Understanding the unique motivations and value sets that will help millennials succeed as leaders
A standardization of fire and EMS could be the next ‘giant leap’ for public safety
Budget
How to conduct a financial size-up, strengthen financial health and select the right pension for your situation
The impact of county case surges, member vaccination efforts, and mental health help
An inside look at PGCFD’s unique program, plus what it’s like to be the department’s first female African-American chief
Detailing the principles of CRM and how checklists can help incident commanders maintain fireground safety
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- Data changes everything: How fire chiefs can use numbers to better support their fire departments
- The firefighter health trifecta: Cardiac care, cancer awareness and behavioral health
- Volunteerism: Recruitment and retention efforts, professionalism and future members
- Charlotte crews engaged in confined space rescue face hostility from protesters
- Connecting with members: Understanding generational, communications and learning styles