In this episode, host Eddie Buchanan discusses how your fire department can better prepare for major emergencies, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and more. Learn from people who were involved in the responses to the recent hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters. An expert panel shares lessons you can use to be better prepared for the n…

On this episode of The Training Officer, host Dave McGlynn welcomes two guests to talk about FSRI. Meghan Maloney is manager of the Education & Training team for the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI). Jesse Marcotte is a senior training and education coordinator for FSRI and the training chief for the Northville Township (MI) Fire Department on…

Hosts Jim Silvernail and Jason Hoevelmann discuss search culture in today’s fire service. They look at the Firefighter Rescue Survey and what it tells us. They also welcome members of a crew that was involved in a recent save to get a firsthand account of the importance of search in that incident. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.…

Hosts David Polikoff, Robert James (RJ), and Sam Villani discuss what command officers expect from their people. They also talk about what line officers expect from their command officers. They discuss communication, setting expectations, and the importance of training together to build true camaraderie. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Su…

Eric Dreiman talks with Dave Pruitt, a division chief with the Hillsboro (TX) Fire Department, about live fire training. They discuss ways to maintain compliance with NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions, in the delivery of live fire training, while still giving students a valuable experience. Listen to learn more. Brought to you by…

Join host Christopher Naum for insights and a discussion about building performance and the size-up process. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Asking for what you need while respecting the needs of others—and maintaining your best self—is critical. In this episode, the panel discusses the importance of self-advocacy. The panel includes: Megan Saylors, Women in Fire Trustee, U.S. National Fire Service Brooke Simms, firefighter, Aurora (CO) Fire Department Chantell Newell, firefighter, Oran…

Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer talk with guest Mike Stanley, chief of the Oshkosh (WI) Fire Department. They discuss the following important topics: The new OSHA fire brigade standard. The impact of lithium-ion battery fires on responses today. Grant funding for fire issues. Recruitment and retention. Cancer prevention. Mental health. Listen to l…

Anthony Rowett and Todd Edwards talk with Brad Bennett, division chief of training, Spartanburg (SC) Fire Department. They discuss the recent hurricanes that have affected the entire area. They also cover the following leadership topics: Leadership transitions overall. How leadership transitions affect the department. How to manage leadership trans…

On this episode of Tailboard Talk, Jeff Wallin and Chris Rasmussen discuss disaster preparation and response. With all of the current wildfires and hurricanes, departments must have systems in place to ensure they are prepared to respond. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

In this episode of The Command Post, Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss following orders, and they cover the following questions: What does "following orders" mean for the organization? What does it mean on the incidents to which we respond? How often does it happen? How does one manage these types of incidents? Listen to the episode to learn more. …

This must-listen episode features renowned fire service attorneys Brad Pinsky and Curt Varone. Pinsky and Varone put the Corporate Transparency Act in the spotlight, discussing its impact on fire and EMS agencies. Changes will be implemented as of January 1, 2025, so tune in if any of the following apply: You believe your agency is tax exempt. You …

In this episode, Anthony Kastros and Brian Brush discuss a topic covered in their book, Mastering Fireground Command: the importance of incident command professional qualifications, development, and standards. They take a deep dive into the NIOSH 5 and how correct application of ICS can help to keep the fireground safe. Brought to you by Magnegrip …

Jim Duffy and Anthony Avillo talk with Tanner Miick, a new firefighter with North Hudson Regional (NJ) Fire District about his family’s history in the fire service, what it means to be new on the job, and what he hopes for his future. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Host Steve Shaw talks with Stephen Wilcox from The Colony (TX) Fire Department about his role and what it means to have aggressive EMS operations. Brought to you by MagneGrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

On this episode of Fire Service Court, John Murphy discusses diversity in the fire service. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Hosts Chris Tobin and Lex Shady talk about vacant buildings, the language we use to describe them, the way the fire service approaches the buildings, and the people who may inhabit them. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Sons of the Flag talks with Robert Dallimore, deputy fire marshal of the San Marco (TX) Fire Department. Dallimore responded to the apartment fire that burned Zachary Sutterfield and killed five of his friends. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Larry Conley and the G.L.U.E. Crew (David Conley and Elaine Kluttz) invite Dr. David Griffin on to discuss the fire service, passion for the craft, and being intelligently aggressive. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs.Από τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Host Eddie Buchanan talks with Jason Miller, Maki Lloyd, and Aaron Kelley about how the Phoenix (AZ) Fire Department uses data for training and what conclusions they've drawn from their latest dataset. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse SubsΑπό τον Fire Engineering Podcast

Host Dave McGlynn talks with Brian Zaitz, president of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI), about the fire service and the training officer as a calling. They also discuss what the Society is up to and how it's working to help the fire service. Brought to you by Magnegrip and Firehouse Subs…

Jim Duffy and Anthony Avillo talk with Fire Chief Shannon Stone about his new appointment as the Chief of the Midway District Florida Fire Department. They talk about his career, and philosophy on leading an effective fire department. This podcast is available on FireEngineering.com’s BlogTalk Radio. Find it on YouTube as well. And you can check ou…

In this episode of Hooks & Hoses, host Eric Dreiman discusses size-up. He covers topics including the following: What are the elements of size-up? When does size-up occur? How can we be better at size-up to ensure that we paint an effective picture for other responding crews? This podcast is available on FireEngineering.com’s BlogTalk Radio. Find i…

Join host Christopher Naum on the latest podcast from BuildingsonFire’s Taking It to the Streets, “Fireground Performance.” Here he’ll share his insights on three integrated constants of fireground performance: The building.The compartment.The company. This podcast will be available as of Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. ET on FireEnginee…

Host Lisa Baker talks with several guests about the recent Women in Fire Conference and the importance of attending. Guests: Megan Saylors, Women in Fire Trustee Lieutenant Kathleen Hancock, Aurora (CO) Fire Lieutenant Jennell Taylor, Baltimore City (MD) Fire Firefighter Brooke Simms, Aurora (CO) Fire Firefighter Chantel Newell, Orange County (FL) …