Leadership
Leadership is one of the critical components of a successful crew, fire department and the fire service as a whole. The FireRescue1 Leadership resource page shares a variety of news, original analysis, podcasts and videos to enhance leadership throughout the ranks.
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
$7 million worth of Mercedes hose was sitting in Canada, awaiting delivery to U.S. fire departments – with a $1.75 million tariff
Daily highlights, exhibit hall photos and videos, special honors and more
Investigators faulted the Newark Fire Division for inadequate training, tactical errors and a decision to send firefighters into a hazardous cargo hold
From drones in the snow to AI analyzing emergency runs, this episode features insights on how tech can support – not overwhelm – first responders
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
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
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
A Delray Beach firefigher was terminated following a city investigation into the crash that injured 15 people, including firefighters and train passengers, and destroyed a fire truck
The Tom Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award and George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award recognize decades of impact in leadership and fire service education
The San Francisco assistant chief talks tactical tips for dominating the fire
Emergency response requires increased focus; this is a balancing act when approaching a scene with numerous factors in play
A quick trip around the building can illuminate key factors related to victims, building access and fire location
FDIC 2025 opened with a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor that included a popular keynote speech from Ray McCormack
When leaders prioritize their own well-being, they set the stage for a healthier, more resilient workforce
Just like an overgrown rose bush, if your department’s policies, procedures and practices have not been evaluated for efficiency, you will experience a lack of growth in all areas
One volunteer and one career chief to be honored at FRI 2025 in Orlando, Florida
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve firefighter retention
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How do we inspire our members to grow and take the reins for the future?
Facing rising wildfire risk and funding challenges, Santa Clara County will merge its two fire districts this summer
How will the future of fire and EMS be impacted by federal government change, force multiplier technology and a new frontier for trauma patient care
Lessons learned from organizational culture-focused research
Firefighters are naturally good problem-solvers but notoriously conflict-averse
As a fire officer, there are times you’ll have to be a referee between firefighters and not properly playing the role will only worsen the conflict
It’s critical that fire officers know how to best mitigate hostilities between members
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