Education & Training
FireRescue1’s firefighter education and training topic features information and resources for fire and rescue professionals, including content that supports ongoing professional development and enhances training efforts, whether online, in the classroom or during hand-on training evolutions.
Rock Island Engine 32, decommissioned due to a cracked frame, was used in a simulated crash and extrication drill
A training exercise turned tragic in Buncombe County when an ATV accident claimed the life of a Riceville firefighter and injured two others
Facing growing wildfire risks, the USFS is calling on up to 1,400 former employees to return temporarily due to their firefighting certifications
The fire service has evolved beyond firefighting, taking on roles in EMS, hazardous material mitigation, technical rescue, and now Community Risk Reduction
This “it takes a public safety village” approach to officer training is successful and repeatable in any jurisdiction
The conditions of the 15-year-old boys were unknown; officials said they were both conscious and alert
Here’s a look at what to do when an ice rescue victim cannot be seen from the surface
Some of the top clips of the month include a close call roof evacuation and firefighters rescuing a deer trapped in a fence
Managing the media and public-facing communication is a science unto itself; here’s a look at why PIOs are vital and what you can do help them
Adam Walton said victims have 45 minutes to an hour before they lose all ability to help themselves
These nine leaderships books have been voted among the best of 2016
Often the smallest fire departments face the greatest risks when it comes to transported hazardous materials; here’s one free resource that can help
Not all firefighter injuries will be prevented; planning for the inevitable is key to dealing with a firefighter on-duty injury
Ricin, a toxin from the seeds of the castor oil plant, is lethal to humans in even tiny doses
Cruz Macias’ colleagues immediately recognized his symptoms and got an ambulance to transport him to a hospital
As the number of autistic children and adults increases, it is more likely that first responders will encounter an autistic individual during an emergency situation
There are different systems that fit different station configurations and department budgets; here’s how to know which is right for you
Stepping outside the “that’s how we’ve always done it” mindset will set the rigs up for current and future needs
A fire service leader’s positivity or negativity will be passed on to the entire department; it’s up to each leader to choose which it will be
The ancient Greeks developed communication strategies to influence people, and they should be used by every fire chief today
Recent crashes like the one in Indy show how dangerous and different these vehicle fires are, and why training is necessary
Fire and EMS should promote public involvement in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use to improve community health
Use these rules to safely analyze and perform complex and heavy lifts such as a school bus flipped on a car
The rise of the extremely potent drug is a troubling new reality for a country already reeling from an opioid epidemic
Here’s an overview of what naloxone is and how responders are helping curb the opioid epidemic
Asking the right questions and applying those solutions will be critical in a rapidly changing world
About one-third of tree fires are blamed on electrical problems; the trees were also to blame for an average of 210 house fires between 2009 and 2013
In theory, you can’t put a price on safety; in reality, everything has a cost and must be ranked against other needs
The most-viewed clips of November included a Mannequin Challenge and testing out whether firefighters float or sink
Changes in pension formulas or medical benefits in retirement have caused those in the fire service to consider early retirement or face dramatic reductions in pensions and benefits.
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