By Dr. Randall Hanifen
As it becomes more and more difficult to find volunteer firefighters, many departments will need to make the transition to paid personnel. This is not an easy transition and there are many considerations to navigate.
By Michele Ice
From equipment to cancer awareness, the fire service is constantly evolving and improving. As one firefighter transitions into retirement, she reflects on the earliest days of her career and how she's seen the fire service progress.
By Dr. Randall Hanifen
Several types of vehicles including cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans are commonly used as command vehicles for battalion chiefs or shift captains. Read about the advantages and disadvantages of each type of vehicle.
By Dr. Randall Hanifen
A tiered EMS system can ensure proper distribution of fire and EMS units, ensuring that there are enough of them in the right locations. Learn more about the benefits such a system brings to communities.
By Sam Greif
Public safety leaders do not have to be experts in cybersecurity to ensure their agencies are adequately protected—they just have to know the right questions to ask. This list of questions can help leaders start the conversation with their IT department.
By Allison G. S. Knox
Some fire departments are training teams in rescue swimming to prepare for water-related emergency calls. This is costly and members require regular training sessions to keep their skills up-to-date, so departments must be able to justify this specialization.
By Dr. Randall Hanifen
Data collection can seem trivial compared to other more immediate tasks in a firehouse such as training and vehicle maintenance. However, keeping track of expenses and other data is key to ensuring volunteer departments have adequate funding.
