FIRE CHIEF

06/30/2025

The day of public safety silos is over – police and fire must work together to combat the fire threat

Preplan response efforts among agencies to effectively navigate ambush, barricade and complex, coordinated attack scenarios

06/28/2025

With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, it's a good time to review protocols for PPE regulations when dealing with car hazards and unknowns

05/17/2025

Reduce your community’s risk by training citizens how to control bleeding

04/09/2025

Mass gathering coverage plans and preparedness need to include nearby residents, as well as event staff, volunteers and participants

02/17/2025

Handheld thermal imaging cameras can do more than identify the source of a structure fire. Here are five others ways to use them in an emergency

Handheld thermal imaging cameras do more than identify the seat of a structure fire; they've found a place in many emergency-response scenarios

02/11/2025

Becoming an effective public speaker can elevate the success of your fire department, EMS crew or community paramedicine program

01/15/2025

Julie, the only woman on a 20-person crew, struggles to prove her worth and find a place in the very masculine world of firefighting

01/06/2025

Despite rising call volumes and training requirements, more volunteers can be recruited and retained with effort and forethought

01/06/2025

The policies presented to potential candidates define your philosophy and values with respect to diversity and hiring decisions

12/27/2024

Begin with the end in mind to lay the foundation for a successful, rewarding firefighter career and retirement

12/02/2024

Salt buildup can occur on just about any area of your fire apparatus or ambulances, but it is especially common on areas affected by road spray

10/16/2024

All organizations will falter and ultimately fail if the only motivators are punishment and reward