The acronym SLICE-RS represented a revolutionary advancement in firefighting tactics, not only in its effectiveness but also in the process of leveraging a data-driven, scientific approach. The ...

Emergency service leaders generally lack an education in the science of management. Although the topic of leadership is commonly taught in the emergency service training regiment, true management ...

5,250-gpm US Fire Pump and a Williams Fire & Hazard Control 2 x 8 Ambassador top-mounted deck gun, wireless remote control, 8,000-gpm rated THEMAJESTIRIUM1 and Skyler Fire Video and stills of the new ...

Photo courtesy Nashua (NH) Fire Rescue. As a new firefighter, your role is simple but critical: learn, support, and serve your crew. That starts with mastering the basics. From sweeping the bay to ...

A May 26 cave rescue in Georgia provided insights into the challenges of a difficult and extensive rescue, along with the enormous amount of resources needed to successfully save a life. The incident ...

The fire service has historically been a beacon of opportunity for individuals seeking a career of purpose, bravery, and community service. Not long ago, the allure of becoming a firefighter-paramedic ...

With the current economic climate and municipal budgets constantly under attack, municipal officials are endlessly scrutinizing the necessity for and deployment of fire department personnel. As a ...

At some point, you’ve asked a firefighter how things were going and heard one of the usual one-word responses: “Fine,” “Good,” or “Okay.” Whether it was about a recent call, a new station assignment, ...

A St. Louis firefighter has been placed on administrative leave after surveillance footage allegedly showed him defecating in a box at St. Louis Lambert International Airport, according to First Alert ...

Chimney fires are not uncommon in rural Ohio, where many members of the community rely on wood to help heat their homes in an effort to save on heating costs. The first technique in combating a ...

Paul Chrostowski, Ph.D., QEP is an environmental health scientist with more than 40 years of experience in assessing health risks from exposure to chemicals in the workplace and environment. He is an ...

One commonly used phrase in firefighter terminology, “smells and bells,” refers to the large percentage of fire alarm and odor calls we respond to. In a way, these are positive situations because more ...