Posted on Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:36:01 UTC
With most grant programs becoming more competitive, I've noted more emphasis being placed on applicants providing thorough vulnerability assessments of their area. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/406873-Every-Dollar-Counts-Insurance-Company-Grants/" target="_blank">Every Dollar Counts: Insurance Company Grants </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/399706-The-Nuts-and-Bolts-of-CEDAP/" target="_blank">The Nuts and Bolts of CEDAP </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/394528-The-Dollars-Are-in-the-Details/" target="_blank">The Dollars Are in the Details</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/386080-Make-a-Stand-Against-Proposed-Budget-Cuts/" target="_blank">Make a Stand Against Proposed Budget Cuts</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grants-help/articles/349479-Tell-and-Sell-Your-Story-How-a-Well-Planned-Narrative-Can-Give-You-the-Edge/" target="_blank">Tell and Sell Your Story: How a Well-Planned Narrative Can Give You the Edge</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 5 Jan 2009 19:16:45 UTC
Over the years, you've probably been to many conferences, classes and training sessions where instructors either said, "Find a mentor!" or, "Be a mentor!" Achieving these mentorship goals is easier said than done, but there are basic ways to turn this theory into reality. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/441436-Bridging-the-Gap/" target="_blank">Bridging the Gap</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:20:14 UTC
Our illustrious long tradition of doing what we're told and not asking questions has led to more trouble than we can account for - and can be blamed on the 'c-word.' <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/736061-Safety-Helped-Protect-Firefighters-Lives-in-2009/" target="_blank">Safety Helped Protect Firefighters' Lives in 2009</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/600608-Sprinkler-Advocacy-is-Our-Responsibility/" target="_blank">Sprinkler Advocacy is Our Responsibility</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/596022-NFPA-Meeting-Targets-Safety-Challenges-Facing-Large-Urban-Populations/" target="_blank">NFPA Meeting Targets Safety Challenges Facing Large Urban Populations</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/501597-A-Checkup-From-the-Neck-Up/" target="_blank">A Checkup From the Neck Up</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Prevention-Products/articles/451559-Saving-Firefighter-Lives-Through-Public-Education/" target="_blank">Saving Firefighter Lives Through Public Education</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/443612-Looking-Back-Looking-Ahead-at-Firefighter-Safety/" target="_blank">Looking Back, Looking Ahead at Firefighter Safety</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/430983-Cultural-Change-Just-Do-It/" target="_blank">Cultural Change: Just Do It</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/402184-16-Ways-to-Stay-Safe/" target="_blank">16 Ways to Stay Safe</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:52:50 UTC
When making purchases for your service, it's important to be creative to take advantage of all available resources <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/603437-DuoDote-Auto-Injector-Works-Faster-In-Study/" target="_blank">DuoDote Auto-Injector Works Faster In Study</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/education/articles/533916-Continuing-Education-Improves-Performance/" target="_blank">Continuing Education Improves Performance</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/507543-Bariatric-Equipment-For-Obese-Patients/" target="_blank">Bariatric Equipment For Obese Patients</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/articles/468391-Going-Beyond-Reflective-Vests/" target="_blank">Going Beyond Reflective Vests</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/453097-The-State-of-EMS-A-Historical-View/" target="_blank">The State of EMS: A Historical View</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/articles/531000-Lose-The-Paper-With-Electronic-Charting/" target="_blank">Lose The Paper With Electronic Charting</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/531594-The-Evolution-Of-Prehospital-Tools/" target="_blank">The Evolution Of Prehospital Tools</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/531726-Fire-Based-EMS-A-Foreign-Approach/" target="_blank">Fire-Based EMS: A Foreign Approach</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/679446-Thoughts-On-EMS-Equipment-Training/" target="_blank">Thoughts On EMS Equipment Training</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Extrication-Tools-Cutters-and-Spreaders/articles/595843-Training-Confidence-Vital-For-Extrication/" target="_blank">Training, Confidence Vital For Extrication</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:35:47 UTC
What does the Greek financial crisis that hit the headlines earlier in the summer have to do with fire stations being built? A great deal. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/832066-Mourning-the-Charleston-fallen-3-years-later/" target="_blank">Mourning the Charleston fallen 3 years later </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/828776-A-firefighters-duty/" target="_blank">A firefighter's duty</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/labor-issues/articles/812741-Special-operations-and-lean-budgets/" target="_blank">Special operations and lean budgets </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/labor-issues/articles/806285-The-revolving-door-fire-service/" target="_blank">The revolving door fire service </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/680590-Displays-of-Heroism/" target="_blank">Displays of Heroism </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/588763-Making-Critical-Decisions-on-the-Fireground/" target="_blank">Making Critical Decisions on the Fireground</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jay-Lowry/articles/507082-5-Ways-to-Deal-with-Politicians/" target="_blank">5 Ways to Deal with Politicians</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/503946-Remembering-Charleston-Two-Years-Later/" target="_blank">Remembering Charleston: Two Years Later</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/rescue-equipment/articles/500564-Vent-Enter-and-Search/" target="_blank">Vent, Enter and Search</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jay-Lowry/articles/492521-How-to-Destroy-a-Fire-Department/" target="_blank">How to Destroy a Fire Department</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:16:45 UTC
Carbon monoxide is the most frequent cause of poisoning in industrialized countries. Reports indicate that over 500 people a year are killed by unintentional poisoning, with about 15,000 people seeking treatment at hospitals. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333458-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333433-Non-invasive-Respiratory-Gas-Monitoring-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Non-invasive Respiratory Gas Monitoring - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/articles/333217-Oximetry-for-EMTs-and-First-Responders-CCBEMS-approved-15-95-no-charge-covered-by-ED-grant-until-12-31-10/" target="_blank">Oximetry for EMTs and First Responders - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/10)</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:00:07 UTC
The title of this year's Safety, Health and Survival Week is "Committed to Long-Term Results." But how can we commit to long-term results if those in positions of leadership and power won't follow the rules themselves? <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/401271-Dangers-of-Overweight-Vehicles-Part-2/" target="_blank">Dangers of Overweight Vehicles – Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/vehicle-safety/articles/317950-Dangers-of-Overweight-Vehicles-Part-1/" target="_blank">Dangers of Overweight Vehicles – Part 1</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/vehicle-safety/articles/290116-Hydroplaning-Hazard/" target="_blank">Hydroplaning Hazard</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/vehicle-safety/articles/281059-Curve-Caution/" target="_blank">Curve Caution </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/264250-Vehicle-Safety-Still-a-Big-Issue-in-06/" target="_blank">Vehicle Safety Still a Big Issue in '06</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicles/articles/244507-Stopping-Distances-Part-2/" target="_blank">Stopping Distances, Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicles/articles/239741-Stopping-Distances-Part-1/" target="_blank">Stopping Distances, Part 1</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/education/articles/108150-Driving-with-ABS-STOMP-STAY-and-STEER/" target="_blank">Driving with ABS: STOMP, STAY and STEER!</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/103828-Burning-kinetic-energy-key-to-safe-driving/" target="_blank">Burning kinetic energy key to safe driving</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Chris-Daly/articles/16974-Driving-fire-trucks-can-be-just-as-dangerous-as-a-loaded-gun/" target="_blank">Driving fire trucks can be just as dangerous as a loaded gun </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:08:58 UTC
During the first part of this series we discussed the application of leg endurance for the tower ascent and descent. The next step to this process will be getting the upper body strength and muscle reaction needed to get through the challenge in a timely manner. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/446887-Get-Ready-for-the-Challenge/" target="_blank">Get Ready for the Challenge</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/427795-10-Steps-for-Ensuring-Successful-Health-and-Wellness-Programs/" target="_blank">10 Steps for Ensuring Successful Health and Wellness Programs</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/firefighter-fitness/articles/347948-On-the-Road-to-Fitness-Dietary-Suggestions/" target="_blank">On the Road to Fitness: Dietary Suggestions</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/320398-Stepping-Up-Your-Fitness-Levels/" target="_blank">Stepping Up Your Fitness Levels</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/311819-First-Steps-to-Fitness/" target="_blank">First Steps to Fitness</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/292809-Heart-Health-Workouts-at-work/" target="_blank">Heart Health: Workouts at work </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 31 Jan 2007 18:55:58 UTC
MySpace. My Business. At least that's what some of us seem to think. We can post items on MySpace, TheDilly, Yahoo Personals and other Web sites without any repercussions. Right? Maybe not. A sheriff's deputy was recently fired from his job because of some things he had posted on his MySpace page, namely a list of his favorite things, including breasts, drinking heavily and swimming naked. To make matters ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/276367-Its-the-Weather/" target="_blank">It’s the Weather</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/275057-Dear-Chief/" target="_blank">Dear Chief ... </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/274399-The-Degrees-of-Separation/" target="_blank">The Degrees of Separation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/264245-What-Got-You-Started/" target="_blank">What Got You Started?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/244710-How-Will-You-Vote/" target="_blank">How Will You Vote?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/244205-Hiring-the-New-Chief/" target="_blank">Hiring the New Chief</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Scott-Cook/articles/243782-The-Turnover-Part-2/" target="_blank">The Turnover, Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/243569-The-Turnover/" target="_blank">The Turnover</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/243076-Questions-for-the-Chiefs-Part-2/" target="_blank">Questions for the Chiefs, Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/cod-company-officer-development/articles/242626-Questions-for-the-Chiefs/" target="_blank">Questions for the Chiefs</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Tue, 2 Dec 2008 21:35:55 UTC
In the early days of organized firefighting in the UK, there were firemen who manned the manual pumps and escape men who manned "street fire escapes." These were 50ft wheeled ladders that were strategically located on street corners with a watchman who, with the help of passers-by, would wheel a ladder to rescue those trapped. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/398799-Two-Nations-Divided-by-a-Common-Language/" target="_blank">Two Nations Divided by a Common Language </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Steve-Dudeney/articles/317971-Tragedy-Highlights-Need-for-Back-to-Basics-Approach/" target="_blank">Tragedy Highlights Need for Back to Basics Approach </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Steve-Dudeney/articles/312475-Firefighting-in-the-UK/" target="_blank">Firefighting in the UK</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 8 Aug 2007 19:38:53 UTC
AP/Minnesota Daily, Stacy Bengs Firefighters size up the scene after the bridge collapse in Minn. last week. Years ago, when I took my first search and rescue class, the instructor talked about the six-sided review of a building or incident. "Look up, look down, and make sure you look all around before committing yourself," he told us. Over the years, I have thought of that simple saying on many emergency ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/280862-Under-the-Microscope/" target="_blank">Under the Microscope </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-department-management/articles/279705-Becoming-a-Fire-Chief/" target="_blank">Becoming a Fire Chief</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/102753-Lessons-Learned-for-Fire-Rescue-Part-2-of-2/" target="_blank">Lessons Learned for Fire Rescue: Part 2 of 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/rescue/articles/102417-Lessons-Learned-for-Fire-Rescue-Part-1-of-2/" target="_blank">Lessons Learned for Fire Rescue: Part 1 of 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Harold-Schapelhouman/articles/16708-Lead-Follow-or-Get-Out-of-the-Way/" target="_blank">Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way!</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:32:50 UTC
The debate over why firefighters often fail to fasten their seatbelts has raged on for at least six years <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/fire-industry-today/articles/830877-EMS-needs-help/" target="_blank">EMS needs help</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/820700-NFPA-encourages-public-participation/" target="_blank">NFPA encourages public participation</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/822278-Wheeled-Coach-launches-access-safety-system/" target="_blank">Wheeled Coach launches access safety system </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/fire-industry-today/articles/807899-An-Opportunity-To-Look-Back/" target="_blank">An Opportunity To Look Back</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/fire-industry-today/articles/772784-FAMA-members-share-their-expertise/" target="_blank">FAMA members share their expertise</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/fire-industry-today/articles/761443-2010-On-Capitol-Hill-May-Be-Very-Significant/" target="_blank">2010 On Capitol Hill May Be Very Significant</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/747989-Manufacturers-Dedicated-To-Protecting-Firefighters/" target="_blank">Manufacturers Dedicated To Protecting Firefighters</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/fire-industry-today/articles/682301-In-The-Footprints-Of-Peter-Jorgensen/" target="_blank">In The Footprints Of Peter Jorgensen</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/603450-In-Vehicle-Computers-Become-Important-Emergency-Tools/" target="_blank">In-Vehicle Computers Become Important Emergency Tools</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:34:34 UTC
As 2009 bids us a fond farewell, Swine Flu has booked at least another year stay. While children seem disproportionately affected, the number one H1N1 victim is common sense. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/485820-H1N1-a-k-a-Swine-Flu-Get-Your-Facts-Straight/" target="_blank">H1N1 (a.k.a. Swine) Flu: Get Your Facts Straight </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Mike-McEvoy/articles/484438-Swine-Flu-What-You-Must-Do-Now/" target="_blank">Swine Flu: What You Must Do Now </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/co-testing/articles/443150-Get-Ready-to-Chill-in-09/" target="_blank">Get Ready to Chill in '09</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/co-testing/articles/429569-Non-invasive-Screening-for-CO-and-MET/" target="_blank">Non-invasive Screening for CO and MET </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/co-testing/articles/392504-Response-to-CO-Alarms-Time-For-Another-Detector/" target="_blank">Response to CO Alarms: Time For Another Detector?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/330706-2007-Our-Neighbors-Caught-Bird-Flu-and-All-We-Got-Was-MRSA/" target="_blank">2007: Our Neighbors Caught Bird Flu and All We Got Was MRSA</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-rehab/articles/327047-Making-Rehab-a-Requirement-NFPA-1584/" target="_blank">Making Rehab a Requirement: NFPA 1584</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/315402-Contamination-Dont-Pass-It-On/" target="_blank">Contamination: Don't Pass It On</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/292729-Criminalizing-Medical-Errors/" target="_blank">Criminalizing Medical Errors</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/289387-What-We-Dont-Know-Is-Hurting-Us/" target="_blank">What We Don't Know Is Hurting Us</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 9 Jun 2010 18:32:42 UTC
Wearing your SCBA for an entire fire or hazardous event will decrease your odds of inhaling toxic air, and so minimize the risks of developing cancer. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/807132-Aggressive-is-not-reckless/" target="_blank">Aggressive is not reckless</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/766855-Ranch-home-dangers/" target="_blank">Ranch home dangers</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/681577-Protecting-Exposures/" target="_blank">Protecting Exposures </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Emergency-Response-Tools/articles/601382-Detached-Garage-Fire-Hazards/" target="_blank">Detached Garage Fire Hazards</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/593975-Dangers-of-Decks/" target="_blank">Dangers of Decks</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Emergency-Response-Tools/articles/585817-How-to-Escape-the-Web-of-Wires/" target="_blank">How to Escape the Web of Wires</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jason-Poremba/articles/508663-Dangers-to-Spot-During-Size-up/" target="_blank">Dangers to Spot During Size-up</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Extinguishers/articles/502023-Flashover-Time-to-Get-Out/" target="_blank">Flashover: Time to Get Out </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/484809-Some-Firefighters-Do-the-Dumbest-Things/" target="_blank">Some Firefighters Do the Dumbest Things</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/458061-Building-Collapse-Learn-the-Warning-Signs/" target="_blank">Building Collapse: Learn the Warning Signs</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:37:55 UTC
We often spend our time trying to figure out how to recruit new members, without giving enough thought on what to do with them once they actually call. In business words, we spend a lot of time marketing but fail to focus on the sales aspect. We do not work on closing the sale to land and keep new members. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer/articles/825358-Fighting-fair-is-fighting-smart/" target="_blank">Fighting fair is fighting smart</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/labor-issues/articles/813838-Lessons-to-learn-from-LODD-benefits-battle/" target="_blank">Lessons to learn from LODD benefits battle </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer/articles/780884-How-your-department-can-embrace-diversity/" target="_blank">How your department can embrace diversity</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/767644-The-importance-of-wiping-your-feet/" target="_blank">The importance of wiping your feet</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jason-Zigmont/articles/750126-The-Politics-of-Training/" target="_blank">The Politics of Training</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer/articles/737135-The-Traditions-That-Hold-Us-Back/" target="_blank">The Traditions That Hold Us Back</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer/articles/607103-A-Time-to-be-Thankful/" target="_blank">A Time to be Thankful</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-department-management/articles/599662-The-Art-of-Making-it-Mandatory/" target="_blank">The Art of Making it Mandatory</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/articles/594307-A-Little-Respect-Goes-a-Long-Way/" target="_blank">A Little Respect Goes a Long Way</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer/articles/586473-Brotherhood-Redux/" target="_blank">Brotherhood Redux</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:45:44 UTC
In the wake of the massive earthquakes in Haiti and Chile, it's a good time to review crush syndrome and the basic treatment called for whenever patients are trapped for a length of time. Here's what EMS providers need to know. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/733577-Think-Globally-and-Act-Locally-in-2010/" target="_blank">Think Globally and Act Locally in 2010</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/598423-Pandemic-Flu-Planning-Part-II-How-to-Run-Point-of-Dispensing-Sites/" target="_blank">Pandemic Flu Planning Part II: How to Run Point of Dispensing Sites</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Jim-Sideras/articles/595965-Pandemic-Flu-Planning-Part-I-How-to-Set-Up-Point-of-Dispensing-Sites/" target="_blank">Pandemic Flu Planning Part I: How to Set Up Point of Dispensing Sites</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/ems-supplies/articles/493497-Preparing-for-a-Pandemic/" target="_blank">Preparing for a Pandemic </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/466932-Stroke-Issues-for-Prehospital-Providers/" target="_blank">Stroke: Issues for Prehospital Providers</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/aeds/articles/437329-Developing-Successful-Public-Access-Defibrillator-Programs-Part-2/" target="_blank">Developing Successful Public Access Defibrillator Programs – Part 2</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/aeds/articles/428378-Developing-Successful-Public-Access-Defibrillator-Programs/" target="_blank">Developing Successful Public Access Defibrillator Programs </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/422001-Thermal-Burns-Patients-Treatment-Special-Situations-and-Prevention/" target="_blank">Thermal Burns Patients: Treatment, Special Situations and Prevention</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-ems/articles/399723-Thermal-Burns-Patients-Initial-Assessments-and-Management-Tips/" target="_blank">Thermal Burns Patients: Initial Assessments and Management Tips </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/co-testing/articles/350858-Evaluating-and-Treating-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning/" target="_blank">Evaluating and Treating Carbon Monoxide Poisoning</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 28 Dec 2007 18:00:00 UTC
Photo Jamie Thompson Apparatus on display at the FDIC in Indianapolis in April. At the beginning of the year, the fire apparatus industry really seemed as if it would suffer because of the new 2007 EPA Guidelines for Diesel Engines. While it wasn't all smooth, it didn't turn out as bad as some had imagined. Admittedly, it did require a lot of redesign and engineering of cabs and bodies to have the ...<br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/318348-Keep-it-Neat/" target="_blank">Keep it Neat</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/314823-The-Brake-that-Jake-Built/" target="_blank">The Brake that Jake Built</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/310357-Lighting-the-Way/" target="_blank">Lighting the Way</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/firefighting-pumps/articles/292306-Wheres-the-Pump-Panel/" target="_blank">Where's the Pump Panel?</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/290684-Its-Whats-Up-Front-that-Counts/" target="_blank">It's What's Up Front that Counts</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Bob-Vaccaro/articles/288562-Remember-Apparatus-in-Safety-Stand-Down/" target="_blank">Remember Apparatus in Safety Stand Down</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/284930-Our-Own-Worst-Enemy/" target="_blank">Our Own Worst Enemy</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/284582-Innovative-apparatus-on-display-at-FDIC/" target="_blank">Innovative apparatus on display at FDIC </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Bob-Vaccaro/articles/282973-Change-for-the-Better/" target="_blank">Change for the Better</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/apparatus/articles/280155-What-Do-I-Build-With/" target="_blank">What Do I Build With?</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:46:17 UTC
Since the tires on all emergency vehicles are one of the largest fleet costs, they should be viewed as assets, not consumables. Consumables refer to merchandise that is bought and consumed. Truck tires should be treated as assets, which are tracked and managed from the time of purchase to retreading to ultimate disposal. <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/597459-A-10-Point-Program-For-Preventive-Maintenance/" target="_blank">A 10 Point Program For Preventive Maintenance</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/482611-Preventive-Maintenance-Protects-the-Department/" target="_blank">Preventive Maintenance Protects the Department</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/475484-Cooperative-Maintenance-Has-Many-Advantages/" target="_blank">Cooperative Maintenance Has Many Advantages</a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:41:33 UTC
At the beginning of June, the IAFC and its partnering fire service organizations issued a statement urging all fire chiefs, fire/EMS officers and departments to issue a "stand down" <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/807895-Aerial-Replacement-Becomes-Challenging/" target="_blank">Aerial Replacement Becomes Challenging</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-safety/articles/772753-Everyone-goes-home-is-more-than-a-slogan/" target="_blank">'Everyone goes home' is more than a slogan</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/rescue-equipment/articles/682297-Special-Rescue-Keeping-Necessary-Tools-In-Service/" target="_blank">Special Rescue — Keeping Necessary Tools In Service</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/thermal-imaging/articles/603432-Conferences-Highlight-Technological-Advances/" target="_blank">Conferences Highlight Technological Advances</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/rescue-equipment/articles/533914-The-Challenges-Of-Infrequent-Rescues/" target="_blank">The Challenges Of Infrequent Rescues</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/507542-The-Economy-And-Equipment/" target="_blank">The Economy And Equipment</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/tools/hoses/articles/486048-The-Biggest-Hose-May-Not-Be-The-Best/" target="_blank">The Biggest Hose May Not Be The Best</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Chief-Concerns/articles/482608-Getting-The-Most-From-A-Trade-Show/" target="_blank">Getting The Most From A Trade Show</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparatus-accessories/articles/468387-Considerations-For-Component-Choices/" target="_blank">Considerations For Component Choices</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Extrication-Tools-Cutters-and-Spreaders/articles/456782-Effective-Extrication-Is-A-Systematic-Process/" target="_blank">Effective Extrication Is A Systematic Process </a><br></li></ul>
Posted on Fri, 9 Jul 2010 20:50:59 UTC
Organizations imbue firefighters and officers with a sense of what it means to be a firefighter. Too often the words are "aggressive interior." <br><br><b>Other columnist articles:</b><br><ul><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Charles-Bailey/articles/823531-Realities-of-the-fireground/" target="_blank">Realities of the fireground</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/communications-interoperability/articles/817967-Pre-planning-for-a-radio-system-blackout/" target="_blank">Pre-planning for a radio system blackout</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/804720-Juggling-cuts-closures-and-public-expectations/" target="_blank">Juggling cuts, closures and public expectations</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/761375-Metaphors-mask-realities-of-firefighting/" target="_blank">Metaphors mask realities of firefighting</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/columnists/Charles-Bailey/articles/739518-Academic-Approaches-to-Firefighting/" target="_blank">Academic Approaches to Firefighting </a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/736053-Billie-Jean-an-Airplane-and-Smoky-Hallways/" target="_blank">Billie Jean, an Airplane, and Smoky Hallways</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/tools/hoses/articles/598885-Roles-and-Rules-of-the-Backup-Line/" target="_blank">Roles and Rules of the Backup Line</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Firefighter-Accountability/articles/586005-NIMS-Can-Create-Accountability-Problems-on-Scene/" target="_blank">NIMS Can Create Accountability Problems on Scene</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/articles/502731-Firefighter-Safety-Time-for-a-Change/" target="_blank">Firefighter Safety: Time for a Change</a><br></li><li><a href="http://www.firerescue1.com/fire-attack/articles/497598-Firefighting-and-the-90-Doctrine/" target="_blank">Firefighting and the 90% Doctrine</a><br></li></ul>
