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.
Two former chiefs in the prevention bureau allegedly solicited and accepted bribes from at least 2021 through 2023
It’s a two-way street; HR professionals should do more to understand the industry and fire leaders should better explain the needs of members
A station captain later told investigators that Firefighter Carlon had voiced concerns his harasser would one day shoot and kill him.
A review of statements and past efforts related to fire service funding, wildfire risks, responder pay and other critical topics
New technology inside Waterloo firehouses will reduce sleep disruption and improve response times
An increase in natural disasters has compounded problems for first responders across Texas and other states
Two volunteer fire departments in Raleigh County are asking for funding to meet the growing demands for service
Sioux City Fire Rescue has seen a 21% increase in EMS calls over the past five years
Five fire chiefs sued former Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh claiming they were harassed, reassigned and demoted because of their age
The Durango Fire Protection District had been denied by three companies and faced policies five times what was budgeted from others
Chief Freddie LaFemina recalls the unimaginable scene at Ground Zero and the relentless work to find his brother firefighters
It may be time to revisit your Value Statement to see if it aligns with reality
Gordon Graham: Today’s first responders need more than a transactional relationship with their superiors
A Lexington lieutenant has been suspended and directed to take additional training after a disciplinary hearing
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue has placed three employees on leave amid an investigation into the death of an instructor’s son during an unsanctioned training event
A TikTok video surfaced showing an Alameda County firefighter using racial slurs following an alleged vehicle accident
The number 19 is significant for San Diego Robert Logan.
Strong policies must be bolstered by training and enforcement
Keys to motivation include developing a vision, building a support system and changing bad behaviors
Both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation are critical for keeping team members involved and prepared for the challenges they face
Do we have the courage to change our thinking about firefighter LODDs?
Understanding the history of crew resource management helps make the case
If you were able to interview former President Trump or Vice President Harris, what questions would you ask?
Arson Investigator Afara Lalaind’s complaint alleges a hostile work environment and lost opportunity for advancement
A review of fire chief hiring criteria spotlights issues of inaccurate job descriptions and exclusionary language
Officials plan to increase the number of reserve fire apparatus, add more rapid response units and purchase more apparatus in the next fiscal year
The potential impacts of wearable technology are becoming impossible to ignore
Setting clear expectations helps build the service attitude that all members must exhibit on the job
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