Posted on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:29:00 UTC
Staffing a rehab sector at an incident scene or training event is always challenging even more so in the tough economic times of today, so where can a department look for personnel to staff their rehab sector? <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-rehab/articles/819375-Training-LODDs-show-need-for-rehab/" target="_blank">Training LODDs show need for rehab</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/780880-The-deadliest-time-of-year-for-firefighters/" target="_blank">The deadliest time of year for firefighters</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/737402-Practical-Evolution-for-Rehab/" target="_blank">Practical Evolution for Rehab</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/602306-Post-Incident-Rehabilitation/" target="_blank">Post-Incident Rehabilitation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/592856-Rehab-Accountability-Release-and-Documentation/" target="_blank">Rehab Accountability, Release and Documentation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/510282-Medical-Monitoring-and-Treatment/" target="_blank">Medical Monitoring and Treatment</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/499665-Considerations-for-Implementing-Rehab/" target="_blank">Considerations for Implementing Rehab</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/466062-Requirements-for-Rehab/" target="_blank">Requirements for Rehab</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-rehab/articles/446252-Teaching-Rehab-Area-Characteristics/" target="_blank">Teaching Rehab Area Characteristics</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/439954-Be-Prepared-for-Incident-Rehab/" target="_blank">Be Prepared for Incident Rehab</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:20:14 UTC
Our illustrious long tradition of doing what we're told and not asking questions has led to more trouble than we can account for - and can be blamed on the 'c-word.' <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/736061-Safety-Helped-Protect-Firefighters-Lives-in-2009/" target="_blank">Safety Helped Protect Firefighters' Lives in 2009</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/600608-Sprinkler-Advocacy-is-Our-Responsibility/" target="_blank">Sprinkler Advocacy is Our Responsibility</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/596022-NFPA-Meeting-Targets-Safety-Challenges-Facing-Large-Urban-Populations/" target="_blank">NFPA Meeting Targets Safety Challenges Facing Large Urban Populations</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/501597-A-Checkup-From-the-Neck-Up/" target="_blank">A Checkup From the Neck Up</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/451559-Saving-Firefighter-Lives-Through-Public-Education/" target="_blank">Saving Firefighter Lives Through Public Education</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/443612-Looking-Back-Looking-Ahead-at-Firefighter-Safety/" target="_blank">Looking Back, Looking Ahead at Firefighter Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/430983-Cultural-Change-Just-Do-It/" target="_blank">Cultural Change: Just Do It</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/402184-16-Ways-to-Stay-Safe/" target="_blank">16 Ways to Stay Safe</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 31 Jan 2007 18:55:58 UTC
MySpace. My Business. At least that's what some of us seem to think. We can post items on MySpace, TheDilly, Yahoo Personals and other Web sites without any repercussions. Right? Maybe not. A sheriff's deputy was recently fired from his job because of some things he had posted on his MySpace page, namely a list of his favorite things, including breasts, drinking heavily and swimming naked. To make matters ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/276367-Its-the-Weather/" target="_blank">It’s the Weather</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/275057-Dear-Chief/" target="_blank">Dear Chief ... </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/274399-The-Degrees-of-Separation/" target="_blank">The Degrees of Separation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/264245-What-Got-You-Started/" target="_blank">What Got You Started?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/244710-How-Will-You-Vote/" target="_blank">How Will You Vote?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/244205-Hiring-the-New-Chief/" target="_blank">Hiring the New Chief</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/243782-The-Turnover-Part-2/" target="_blank">The Turnover, Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/243569-The-Turnover/" target="_blank">The Turnover</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/243076-Questions-for-the-Chiefs-Part-2/" target="_blank">Questions for the Chiefs, Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/242626-Questions-for-the-Chiefs/" target="_blank">Questions for the Chiefs</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 7 Jan 2008 22:21:04 UTC
I always think outsiders would be amazed to see what goes on in the firehouse kitchen, as members try to outdo each other with personal attacks on each other. But these attacks are never spewed with hate or venom in my experience, just good-natured ribbing that keeps everyone honest. During my early years on the job, I would not even think of ribbing my officer or the chiefs. But today, with a smile ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Fred-LaFemina/articles/330726-Take-the-Lead-in-2008/" target="_blank">Take the Lead in 2008</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/327762-Dont-Underestimate-the-Roof-Position/" target="_blank">Don't Underestimate the Roof Position</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/317658-Cold-Climate-Challenges/" target="_blank">Cold Climate Challenges</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/rope-rescue/articles/312250-Utilizing-the-Search-Rope-Part-2/" target="_blank">Utilizing the Search Rope – Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/rope-rescue/articles/309945-Utilizing-the-Search-Rope-Part-1/" target="_blank">Utilizing the Search Rope – Part 1</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/292074-When-Risks-Outweigh-the-Benefits/" target="_blank">When Risks Outweigh the Benefits </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/290278-Ventilation-Oddballs/" target="_blank">Ventilation Oddballs</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Emergency-Response-Tools/articles/288215-Back-to-Basics-Forcible-Entry/" target="_blank">Back to Basics: Forcible Entry</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/284352-Rescuing-Trapped-Firefighters/" target="_blank">Rescuing Trapped Firefighters</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Fred-LaFemina/articles/282452-Locating-a-Missing-Firefighter/" target="_blank">Locating a Missing Firefighter</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 15:56:38 UTC
In emergency response, it is all about being ready to go — just look at the USAR teams deployed to the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. And for the rest of us? Well, we go to the call, we go to the patient or the fire, we go to the hospital and then we go back to the station and so on. But are you really ready to go at all? <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/410430-Three-Rules-to-Stay-Cool/" target="_blank">Three Rules to Stay Cool</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/turnoutgear/articles/403775-Staying-Safe-on-Roadways/" target="_blank">Staying Safe on Roadways</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/399191-Save-Lives-or-Take-Lives-Its-Your-Choice/" target="_blank">Save Lives or Take Lives: It's Your Choice</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Louis-Molino/articles/392955-Why-is-Operations-the-Forgotten-Part-of-Firefighting/" target="_blank">Why is Operations the 'Forgotten' Part of Firefighting? </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 2 Jan 2008 20:23:09 UTC
With 2008 under way, it's time for us to reflect on the year past and to begin developing our plans for the future. Here are eight straightforward ideas that company officers can use right now to help their crews stay ahead in 2008. 1. Be an informer Passing on relevant information about decisions, plans and activities to the people (your firefighters) who need it to do their work is vital. You can't ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/320538-The-Company-Officer-as-a-Coach/" target="_blank">The Company Officer as a Coach </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/317325-Clear-the-Path-For-Your-Firefighters/" target="_blank">Clear the Path For Your Firefighters</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/311424-Understanding-What-Motivates-Our-Firefighters/" target="_blank">Understanding What Motivates Our Firefighters</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Billy-Schmidt/articles/309567-Daily-Briefings-Build-Trust-in-Teams/" target="_blank">Daily Briefings Build Trust in Teams</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/291974-Constructive-Conflict/" target="_blank">Constructive Conflict </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/290123-Speaking-the-Same-Language/" target="_blank">Speaking the Same Language</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Billy-Schmidt/articles/287522-Action-Needed-to-Achieve-Results/" target="_blank">Action Needed to Achieve Results</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Billy-Schmidt/articles/284213-We-Cant-Save-Anyone-If-We-Become-Victims/" target="_blank">We Can't Save Anyone If We Become Victims</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Billy-Schmidt/articles/280858-Moving-From-Firefighter-to-Company-Officer/" target="_blank">Moving From Firefighter to Company Officer</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Billy-Schmidt/articles/279257-Finding-Positive-Solutions/" target="_blank">Finding Positive Solutions</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:23:33 UTC
It seems as though just yesterday SAFER 2009 closed, peer review was conducted, grants were awarded and those dreaded "Dear John" letters went out, but the SAFER 2010 process has popped out of nowhere and is now upon us. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/863971-Applying-for-fitness-equipment-grants-through-SAFER/" target="_blank">Applying for fitness equipment grants through SAFER</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/817591-How-to-secure-wellness-and-fitness-AFG-funding/" target="_blank">How to secure wellness and fitness AFG funding</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/812289-AFG-2010-is-for-EMS-too/" target="_blank">AFG 2010 is for EMS, too</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/780433-Social-networking-for-grant-leads/" target="_blank">Social networking for grant leads</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/749387-Reporting-rules-and-procedures-for-accepted-AFG-Grants/" target="_blank">Reporting rules and procedures for accepted AFG Grants</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-career/articles/606045-How-to-Save-Staffing-if-SAFER-Funding-is-Denied/" target="_blank">How to Save Staffing if SAFER Funding is Denied</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/591863-How-to-Start-Fire-Prevention-and-Public-Safety-Programs/" target="_blank">How to Start Fire Prevention and Public Safety Programs</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/586034-Overlooked-Grants-Could-Bolster-Your-Budget/" target="_blank">Overlooked Grants Could Bolster Your Budget</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/501835-Successful-AFG-Applications-The-Next-Steps/" target="_blank">Successful AFG Applications: The Next Steps</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:32:56 UTC
The one big thing that was missing from all of the discussion that followed Ray McCormack's speech, and seemingly absent from all fire service debates/discussions, is the bastard child of the fire service: the culture of prevention. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-career/articles/442820-The-Value-of-Free-Training/" target="_blank">The Value of Free Training</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Bill-Delaney/articles/431757-Fire-Prevention-Make-it-Happen/" target="_blank">Fire Prevention: Make it Happen</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/427483-Building-the-Foundation/" target="_blank">Building the Foundation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/406880-Making-the-Public-Pay-for-Their-Actions/" target="_blank">Making the Public Pay for Their Actions</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/397159-Holding-the-Public-Accountable-What-a-Novel-Thought/" target="_blank">Holding the Public Accountable – What a Novel Thought! </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/350632-Reducing-Firefighter-Fatalities-The-Silent-Solution/" target="_blank">Reducing Firefighter Fatalities: The Silent Solution </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:14:57 UTC
Too many candidates get sucked into concentrating too much on the check-off list for their tactical without realizing it. In the process, they lose control of the fire and their score gets hammered.What's your best tactic for rescue or knocking down the fire? An aggressive attack on the fire! Go fight the fire with your resources. In the process you will get the necessary boxes checked off on the rating ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/394515-Scenario-Questions-in-Promotional-Interviews/" target="_blank">Scenario Questions in Promotional Interviews</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/331900-Game-Day-Assessment-Center-Preparation/" target="_blank">Game Day Assessment Center Preparation </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/312956-The-Miracle-Oral-Board-Tool/" target="_blank">The Miracle Oral Board Tool</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/292727-Its-All-About-Presentation/" target="_blank">It's All About Presentation </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/Firefighter-Training/articles/288447-Test-Drive-the-Promotional-Candidates/" target="_blank">Test Drive the Promotional Candidates</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/badges/articles/282974-Stories-Get-Badges/" target="_blank">Stories Get Badges</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Captain-Bob-Smith/articles/278211-Preparation-is-the-Key/" target="_blank">Preparation is the Key </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:03:00 UTC
By Douglas Cline The Kitchen TableThere is a general attitude of "It won't happen to me" in the fire service when it can. Safety and survival starts prior to the incident and continues throughout the incident with actions and attitudes both before and during the incident.For years I have heard firefighters internationally say, "we have to be aggressive when combating fires, that's what ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/The-Kitchen-Table/articles/737420-Twenty-Ten/" target="_blank">Twenty Ten</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/737415-Leaders-Die-But-Their-Legacy-Lives-On/" target="_blank">Leaders Die, But Their Legacy Lives On</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 8 Aug 2007 19:38:53 UTC
AP/Minnesota Daily, Stacy Bengs Firefighters size up the scene after the bridge collapse in Minn. last week. Years ago, when I took my first search and rescue class, the instructor talked about the six-sided review of a building or incident. "Look up, look down, and make sure you look all around before committing yourself," he told us. Over the years, I have thought of that simple saying on many emergency ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/280862-Under-the-Microscope/" target="_blank">Under the Microscope </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-department-management/articles/279705-Becoming-a-Fire-Chief/" target="_blank">Becoming a Fire Chief</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/102753-Lessons-Learned-for-Fire-Rescue-Part-2-of-2/" target="_blank">Lessons Learned for Fire Rescue: Part 2 of 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/102417-Lessons-Learned-for-Fire-Rescue-Part-1-of-2/" target="_blank">Lessons Learned for Fire Rescue: Part 1 of 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Harold-Schapelhouman/articles/16708-Lead-Follow-or-Get-Out-of-the-Way/" target="_blank">Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way!</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:16:45 UTC
Carbon monoxide is the most frequent cause of poisoning in industrialized countries. Reports indicate that over 500 people a year are killed by unintentional poisoning, with about 15,000 people seeking treatment at hospitals. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333458-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333433-Non-invasive-Respiratory-Gas-Monitoring-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Non-invasive Respiratory Gas Monitoring - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333217-Oximetry-for-EMTs-and-First-Responders-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Oximetry for EMTs and First Responders - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:03:09 UTC
Incident commanders are bombarded with decisions on the fireground — but communication centers can relieve some of the burden. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/communications-interoperability/articles/771901-The-State-of-911/" target="_blank">The State of 911 </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/communications/articles/680790-How-to-Solve-Radio-System-Glitches-Before-They-Happen/" target="_blank">How to Solve Radio System Glitches Before They Happen </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/communications/articles/596994-Syndromic-Surveillance-for-Pandemic-Illness/" target="_blank">Syndromic Surveillance for Pandemic Illness </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/communications/articles/533676-Ride-Alongs-Aid-Communications-Personnel-Training/" target="_blank">Ride-Alongs Aid Communications Personnel Training</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/communications/articles/508316-The-Communications-Center-Response-to-Mayday-Calls/" target="_blank">The Communications Center Response to Mayday Calls</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:06:28 UTC
A few years ago, I gave a patient assessment lecture to a group of EMTs. Early in the lecture, I announced that my assistant would be coming around with a handout. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/personal-protective-equipment-ppe/helmets/articles/502054-Helmets-for-EMS/" target="_blank">Helmets for EMS</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jim-Upchurch/articles/487163-The-Littlest-Patient/" target="_blank">The Littlest Patient</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/487158-Maternal-Mortality-and-Immortality-Part-3/" target="_blank">Maternal Mortality and Immortality: Part 3</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/456360-Maternal-Mortality-and-Immortality-Part-2/" target="_blank">Maternal Mortality and Immortality - Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/442526-Maternal-Mortality-and-Immortality-Part-1/" target="_blank">Maternal Mortality and Immortality - Part 1</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/434682-This-Zebra-is-a-Horse/" target="_blank">This Zebra is a Horse</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/426726-The-Pee-Chart/" target="_blank">The Pee Chart</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/420706-Fatal-Separation/" target="_blank">Fatal Separation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/405088-The-Heart-of-the-Matter/" target="_blank">The Heart of the Matter</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/400771-Immune-Response-Friend-and-Foe/" target="_blank">Immune Response: Friend and Foe</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:13:33 UTC
One of the aspects of the SAFER grant least applied for are projects under the recruiting and retention application. Why not give back to those members who volunteer their time and energy to the department, or provide them with some form of incentive to remain with the agency? <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/812312-Pre-AFG-application-submission-planning/" target="_blank">Pre-AFG application submission planning </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/679432-SAFER-Narrative-Tips/" target="_blank">SAFER Narrative Tips</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/592455-More-Choices-for-Fire-Prevention-Funding-Sources/" target="_blank">More Choices for Fire Prevention Funding Sources</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/591327-Grant-Proposal-Building-Blocks-The-Problem-Statement/" target="_blank">Grant Proposal Building Blocks: The Problem Statement</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/533741-Gathering-the-Right-Data-to-Write-a-Grant/" target="_blank">Gathering the Right Data to Write a Grant</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:56:44 UTC
As we look back on the "decade of zeros" itself, statistics show that approximately 1,500 firefighters died in the line of duty. The decade of zeros also saw the beginning of efforts to support fire departments financially, reduce the number of line-of-duty deaths and increase emphasis on training, certification, continuing education and review of incidents. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/591175-A-Checklist-for-Safety/" target="_blank">A Checklist for Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-breathing-apparatus/articles/482812-Safety-Rules-for-SCBA/" target="_blank">Safety Rules for SCBA</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/475492-Overcoming-Hazards-of-Lightweight-Construction/" target="_blank">Overcoming Hazards of Lightweight Construction</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/455060-Dangers-of-Lightweight-Construction/" target="_blank">Dangers of Lightweight Construction</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/443103-Someone-is-Missing-Tonight/" target="_blank">Someone is Missing Tonight</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/education/articles/438899-How-to-buy-fire-training-products/" target="_blank">How to buy fire training products</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/communications/articles/432597-Being-a-Champion-of-Safety/" target="_blank">Being a Champion of Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/428877-12-Ways-to-Reduce-Firefighter-Injuries/" target="_blank">12 Ways to Reduce Firefighter Injuries</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/423329-A-Workplace-Culture-Based-on-Safety/" target="_blank">A Workplace Culture Based on Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/firefighter-fitness/articles/410824-My-Steps-to-Fitness/" target="_blank">My Steps to Fitness</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:40:48 UTC
There was a time when volunteer firehouses across this great country had waiting lists for membership. It was such an honor to be a part of the community's "winning team" that people would line up trying to join. Unfortunately, those days seem to be all but gone. Driving around many towns, it's not uncommon to see signs announcing, "Firefighters Wanted." There are a number of factors contributing to ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/239377-Command-Presence/" target="_blank">Command Presence</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/labor-issues/articles/111469-Lets-share-learn-from-our-near-miss-experiences/" target="_blank">Let's share, learn from our near miss experiences</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/103477-Becoming-an-officer-offers-challenges-rewards/" target="_blank">Becoming an officer offers challenges, rewards</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/ray-maguire/articles/17550-Knowing-the-Playbook/" target="_blank">Knowing the Playbook</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:16:38 UTC
Whether you have a short or a long pool season, there are some tips that you can share with your community to help keep them safer during the summer months. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/831433-Fire-safety-on-the-Fourth/" target="_blank">Fire safety on the Fourth</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/823553-Commonsense-messages-you-need-to-pass-on/" target="_blank">Commonsense messages you need to pass on</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/803878-4-props-your-prevention-program-needs/" target="_blank">4 props your prevention program needs</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-safety-for-children/articles/746128-Six-Stats-to-Help-You-Promote-Community-Fire-Safety/" target="_blank">Six Stats to Help You Promote Community Fire Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Tom-Kiurski/articles/680054-Community-Education-Tips-for-Winter-Weather/" target="_blank">Community Education Tips for Winter Weather</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-prevention/articles/601933-Prevention-Programs-How-to-Find-Your-Audience/" target="_blank">Prevention Programs: How to Find Your Audience </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Extinguishers/articles/595596-Family-Fire-Safety-Tips-for-Your-Community/" target="_blank">Family Fire Safety Tips for Your Community </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/595591-5-Ways-to-Mark-Fire-Prevention-Week/" target="_blank">5 Ways to Mark Fire Prevention Week</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Extinguishers/articles/532987-Lessons-in-Fire-Extinguisher-Use/" target="_blank">Lessons in Fire Extinguisher Use</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 28 Dec 2007 18:00:00 UTC
Photo Jamie Thompson Apparatus on display at the FDIC in Indianapolis in April. At the beginning of the year, the fire apparatus industry really seemed as if it would suffer because of the new 2007 EPA Guidelines for Diesel Engines. While it wasn't all smooth, it didn't turn out as bad as some had imagined. Admittedly, it did require a lot of redesign and engineering of cabs and bodies to have the ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/318348-Keep-it-Neat/" target="_blank">Keep it Neat</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/314823-The-Brake-that-Jake-Built/" target="_blank">The Brake that Jake Built</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/310357-Lighting-the-Way/" target="_blank">Lighting the Way</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/firefighting-pumps/articles/292306-Wheres-the-Pump-Panel/" target="_blank">Where's the Pump Panel?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/290684-Its-Whats-Up-Front-that-Counts/" target="_blank">It's What's Up Front that Counts</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Bob-Vaccaro/articles/288562-Remember-Apparatus-in-Safety-Stand-Down/" target="_blank">Remember Apparatus in Safety Stand Down</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/284930-Our-Own-Worst-Enemy/" target="_blank">Our Own Worst Enemy</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/284582-Innovative-apparatus-on-display-at-FDIC/" target="_blank">Innovative apparatus on display at FDIC </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Bob-Vaccaro/articles/282973-Change-for-the-Better/" target="_blank">Change for the Better</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/280155-What-Do-I-Build-With/" target="_blank">What Do I Build With?</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 1 Oct 2007 01:28:40 UTC
<br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/data/video/Terrorism.asx" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Video Supplement: Terrorism</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/data/video/Toxicology.asx" target="_blank">HAZMAT Video Supplement: Toxicology</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/data/video/IC.asx" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Video Supplement: Incident Command</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/data/video/Decon.asx" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Video Supplement: Decontamination</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/data/video/Confinement.asx" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Video Supplement: Confinement</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Video Supplement: Chemical, Radiation Hazard, and Pesticide Recognition</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/jones-and-bartlett/articles/320316-HAZMAT-Response-Discussion-and-Questions-Toxicology/" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Discussion and Questions: Toxicology</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/jones-and-bartlett/articles/320311-HAZMAT-Response-Discussion-and-Questions-Terrorism/" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Discussion and Questions: Terrorism</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/jones-and-bartlett/articles/320310-HAZMAT-Response-Discussion-and-Questions-Personal-Protective-Equipment/" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Discussion and Questions: Personal Protective Equipment</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/jones-and-bartlett/articles/320309-HAZMAT-Response-Discussion-and-Questions-Incident-Command/" target="_blank">HAZMAT Response Discussion and Questions: Incident Command</a><br></li></ul>
