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Artificial intelligence is already shaping how the fire service works — the goal now is to move from AI amateurs to AI practitioners. To steal a concept from the hazmat community, most firefighters are at the Awareness level of AI training, understanding what it is generally and experimenting with basic tools. The next step is learning how to apply AI in ways that actually support the work of the firehouse and the responsibilities of leadership — the shift to the Operations level of training.
In this FireRescue1 webinar, our expert panelists share a practical guide to how firefighters, company officers and chief officers can begin using AI tools for everyday fire service tasks:
- Career development
- Training preparation
- Administrative work
The panelists also offer key guidance for common AI skills:
- How to prime and prompt
- Which AI platform to use in different situations
- How to personalize your AI settings
- How to handle legal and policy considerations
Here’s what attendees had to say:
- “Great information for someone, like myself, who is overwhelmed and baffled by this whole resource.”
- “Very informative, great information, and will help me save time in learning and choosing the best system.”
- “I learned a lot about AI! Lots of great tips especially for prompts that will come in handy in our day-to-day operations.”
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Meet the panelists:
Chad Crouse serves as a battalion chief at the Saint Lucie County Fire District in Florida. He leads the Community Risk Reduction, IT, Communications, and Emergency Management divisions, emphasizing innovative technology solutions that enhance fire safety and emergency response capabilities. Crouse is a seasoned educator and an active member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs Technology Council.
Dr. Brad Brown, EFO, CFO, entered the fire service in 1996 and currently serves as the fire chief for Grand Rapids, Michigan, an ISO Class 1 and Internationally Accredited Agency. He graduated in 2020 with his Doctor of Education degree from Cornerstone University where he studied the implementation of strategic plans. He consults for Fitch and Associates in his spare time and also teaches at Eastern Michigan University’s school of staff and command.
Oren Bersagel-Briese is a 31-year member of the fire service, currently serving as the deputy chief of operations with the Castle Rock (Colorado) Fire and Rescue Department. He is one of the founders of the Denver 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb as well as a member of the NFFF 9/11 Stair Climb Steering Committee.
Moderator: Fire Chief Jason Caughey is a member of the FireRescue1 Editorial Advisory Board, serving as a senior fire advisor. He has been in the fire service for more than 20 years, serving in many capacities, including state trainer, volunteer firefighter, fire captain and volunteer fire chief. Caughey currently serves as fire chief of the Laramie County Fire Authority (LCFA) in Cheyenne, Wyoming.