Fire & EMS Leader Pro The job of old firefighters is to teach young firefighters how to become old firefighters!

Although the DuPont Company's Nomex aramid fiber was the first material used for the construction of protective hoods for firefighting applications, manufacturers are now using several different fibers, and combinations of fibers, in the construction of this key piece of firefighter protective clothing.

In a growing number of cities and small towns motorists, pedestrians and people sitting in their homes are experiencing sound vibrations that have them asking that question: "Was that an earthquake?" So what is the vibration if it's not an earthquake?

Since the beginning of organized firefighting ground ladders have been one of our most fundamental and necessary tools on the fire ground. Remember the "truckies" mnemonic LOVERS (Ladders, Overhaul, Ventilation, Entry, Rescue and Salvage)?

One of the fundamental tactical functions of an engine company at any fire is to establish an adequate water supply. "Big fires need big water," as noted Chief Alan Brunacini said.

So you're considering entering into — or you're already ticketed to become part of — a multi-jurisdictional arrangement (MJA) for your department's Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) and emergency resources dispatching. You want to become informed and educated on the best way to approach this enormous endeavor, right?

The quest for a material that is stronger, lighter and cheaper to make and maintain is the "Holy Grail" for the manufacturer of any product. Fire apparatus manufacturing is no different in that respect, especially when it comes to one of the components: the water tank.

Digital voice pager, really? With all this sophisticated wireless technology, do first responders still need communication technology that first appeared in 1921 when the Detroit Police Department used the first pagers? You bet.

In this white paper, you’ll find quick to locate and easy to use information to help you manage some of the more basic human resources issues for your Fire and EMS agency.

Social trends are toward a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year culture, and as a nation, we are sleeping less and attempting to accomplish more during our waking hours.

This publication describes the differences between conflict and disagreement, and provides procedures for resolving them successfully.