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Q&A: The No. 1 issue in building a fire station? Location.
Listen to firefighters and other stakeholders to evaluate what's needed when planning for a new facility
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5 principles to include in your hiring process to set your fire department apart
The policies presented to potential candidates define your philosophy and values with respect to diversity and hiring decisions
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Q&A: Creating a healthier, safer community with fire-based MIH-CP
Chief Porter R. Welch shares factors to consider before and while implementing a MIH-CP program
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Using ISO rating and accreditation to justify fire service budget
A fire department’s operating budget is impacted by ISO rating and accreditation, as well as property saved in the eyes of the community
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Blind spots: Distracted driving in fire/EMS
If the fire/EMS profession truly wants to prioritize safety, we must address distracted driving and all the ways we currently make it worse
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Emergency response: Take a moment before pressing forward
Fire truck runs over obstacle that turns out to be sleeping college student
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A national call for firefighter cancer prevention
Shifting cultural expectations in the fire service and firefighter personal stories are contributing to adoption of best practices in cancer prevention and intervention
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4 rules that keep firefighter humor funny
Rude humor may go with the territory, but hurtful jokes can result in dismissal
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Why firefighter alcohol abuse puts us all at risk
It’s time to have a courageous conversation about drug and alcohol abuse in the fire service
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Organizational accountability: A shared responsibility
Harassment is an ongoing pattern and can only happen when others stand by silently and let it
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Q&A: Preparing volunteer firefighters for a shift to a combo department
Communication is key to helping career and volunteer firefighters be champions for a change that is ultimately good for service, the community and the department
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Proactivity is better than reactivity for firefighter safety on the fireground
New technology, like PASS devices, in-mask SCBA TICs and communications must be implemented proactively though incident command
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Fair reach: Increase your potential as a firefighter
Apply the concept of fair reach to absorbing knowledge and firefighter training to advance your career and stay safe in the year ahead
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The value of CE and an advanced degree for fire leaders
Higher education can help firefighters tackle the five biggest challenges facing emergency services today
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5 reasons firefighter training on harassment fails
Be proactive and intentional, with a facilitator who understands fire culture and sexual harassment law when providing firefighter training
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5 rules for firehouse leadership
Hire the right people, lead through example and show appreciation to develop a company of firefighters who exhibit strong values
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3 lessons from the drone and the doughnut
Good-spirited jesting that is leadership sanctioned, inclusive and based on mutual admiration can be funny and benefit the community
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Reframing declared facts in fire-based EMS as theory
Reframing conclusions about fire-based EMS as theories invites investigation into proof, engages staff and results in real change
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7 questions to ask before hiring a fire department recruitment consultant
For fire departments considering outside assistance with recruitment campaigns, here are some valuable tips on how to find the right consultant
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The technical millennials: Energy, knowledge and a fresh perspective
The millennial generation is immersed in technology, and can use their skills to achieve success in the modern-day fire service
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