Fire Department Management
The fire department management topic focuses on fire service leadership, from the high-level management issues facing fire chiefs to the administrative functions and budget issues that impact day-to-day operations.
It’s time to reevaluate our SOPs, eliminate insular groups, and see traditions as an honor, not an anchor
The Los Angeles Fire Department’s Bureau of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion faces major cutbacks as Mayor Karen Bass proposes folding it into another division amid political pressure and budget cuts
Mesa Fire and Medical is preparing to spend $162 million next year as it handles nearly 200 daily calls, with 84% tied to medical emergencies
Winston-Salem officials say cutting sick and vacation days could help fund more competitive salaries
With fewer recruits and rising retirements, departments like East Hartford are turning to costly overtime and mutual aid to cover growing staffing gaps
California is the first state to own two C-130 Hercules cargo planes outfitted for wildland firefighting
One study shows that injuries for firefighters working 48-hour shifts are highest during the second day of the shift
How fire service leaders can create clarity, avoid chaos and prepare for what’s next
The FireRescue1 community speaks up about leadership, training, technology adoption, member advocacy and more
Despite a looming $1-billion budget shortfall, Mayor Karen Bass is proposing 227 new positions, including firefighters and EMTs, after the city’s most destructive wildfire
When it comes to grant funding, a well-developed plan can be key to securing the funds your organization needs
The high number of station fires highlights the need for alarms and sprinkler systems
Small amounts of time and money can save you a lot of grief — and billions of dollars downstream
Learn what it takes to implement a successful, sustainable in-house therapy dog program
When false fire alarms from a fraternity house hit a breaking point, one fire officer found the answer in equal parts authority and allyship
With volunteer numbers declining and emergency calls rising, Franklin County is expanding paid EMS staffing and launching creative recruitment efforts to keep up with demand
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department’s new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
Pawtucket officials are defending their decision to terminate four firefighters and accept the departures of four others after an internal investigation uncovered possible criminal conduct
To maintain quick response times Rahway is replacing its aging pumper, ensuring continued service reliability as the current vehicle nears the end of its 15-year lifespan
Lawmakers argue that a “consolidated market power” is impacting fire department readiness
$7 million worth of Mercedes hose was sitting in Canada, awaiting delivery to U.S. fire departments – with a $1.75 million tariff
The city of Pawtucket dismissed four firefighters and accepted the resignations of four more firefighters following an internal investigation into alleged criminal activity and violations of public trust
Neighbors had banged on the doors of Fire Station No. 164 to get the attention of firefighters inside as the fire burned
We should never put dispatchers in a situation where they have to wonder if members are playing hot potato with the call
Ashland’s Central Station crew, led by Battalion Chief Jarrod Duncan, embodies relentless dedication, daily training, and a deep sense of duty
Racine voters approved a $1.5 million annual property tax increase to support the fire department, ensuring funding to preserve nine paramedic and EMT positions
Many firefighting skills are perishable; that’s why you have to make every day a training day
Five factors explain why our current crop of firefighters and firefighter-EMTs never make the move to paramedic
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