Go/no-go technical rescue: A swiftwater scenario The victim drives the rescue. Your crews’ capabilities dictate the operation.
Training to command a mayday event Officers must take personal responsibility for member readiness and plan single-company and multi-company drills to hone their own command skills
‘Put your pants back on’: Proper PPE use is critical to survival Other firefighters died so you could live – so wear your damn gear already!
USFA summit highlights fire groups ‘singing off the same sheet of music’ Recent actions (and cautious optimism) suggest a finely tuned performance ahead from our fire service organizations
‘It’s time to embrace a new culture – a culture of search and rescue’ Have we gotten so consumed by firefighter-centric safety culture that we lost focus on the civilians under our watch?
Another perspective on 'Dirty Helmet Syndrome' – and a simple way to reduce the risk Fire Chief Marc Bashoor details his perspective on the topic and outlines what one Florida department is doing to keep its members safe
4 investments worth every penny for firefighters How to get the best bang for your buck, especially when tapping into personal funds for work items
1 year later: Looking back at how the fire service navigated the COVID-19 crisis Marking a full year since the pandemic declaration, we recognize all that firefighters have endured – and how we can persevere
Firefighter focus: How to remain mission-focused amid ongoing challenges We cannot allow complacency to distract us from training, health, PPE and bringing calm to chaos
Cleveland Clinic releases guidebook for first responder workplace safety during pandemic The guidebook outlines measures for reducing COVID-19 exposure and supporting first responder wellness