Emergency service leaders generally lack an education in the science of management. Although the topic of leadership is commonly taught in the emergency service training regiment, true management ...

When it comes to selecting our firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE), too often, we make decisions based on subjective factors, such as appearance or color. Fit and cost are important ...

Fire service leadership demands operational proficiency and an unwavering commitment to ethical principles. The service’s complex and dynamic environment requires leaders who can navigate challenging ...

Probationary firefighters for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) graduate in Queens. Photo: FDNY PIO At the core of any probationary firefighter training program are the Xs and Os: the technical ...

Fire service leadership has existed since the introduction of the first organized fire brigades of ancient Rome. Over the centuries, leadership has morphed into the traditional styles we recognize ...

In many places, water is plentiful, relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain in large quantities. It’s also very effective when combating heat and flame, which makes it the agent of choice for ...

In the fire and emergency services, hard work is more than a job requirement—it’s a way of life. The profession demands physical strength, mental acuity, emotional resilience, and integrity. However, ...

With the current economic climate and municipal budgets constantly under attack, municipal officials are endlessly scrutinizing the necessity for and deployment of fire department personnel. As a ...

Paul Chrostowski, Ph.D., QEP is an environmental health scientist with more than 40 years of experience in assessing health risks from exposure to chemicals in the workplace and environment. He is an ...

Lake County Fire Rescue has been awarded a $7.5 million SAFER grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to pay salaries for 36 new firefighters for three years, WKMG reports. Officials say ...

If we look back across the history of the fire service, from its earliest days to now, one truth remains: We still run toward the danger while others run away. Whether it’s fire, medical emergencies, ...

In the fire service, the loudest voices often get the most attention. Ask any seasoned firefighter who truly shaped their career, however, and you’ll rarely hear the name of a politician or a ...