Common Firefighting Hazards: Extreme Heat
Mandy George considers some of the impacts of extreme heat on firefighters working in warmer areas of the country.
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Master the Basics: Tasks Firefighters Are Expected to Perform on the Fireground
Knowledge of communication procedures and the ability to practice them consistently according to your department’s requirements is a fundamental firefighter skill.
Grant Funding Opportunities for International Fire Departments
Mandy George examines some possible avenues for grant funding for international fire departments.
Housework and Halligans: Pride of Ownership in the Fire Service
Mandy George discusses station pride and how firefighters' habits transfer from the fire station to the fireground.
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Firefighter Professionalism and Citizen Expectations
Firefighters and aspiring firefighters should not underestimate the importance of professionalism and composure in your interactions with the public.
Grant Funding for Firefighter Education and Leadership Skills
Mandy George offers some ideas on funding sources for professional development and education needs of firefighters.
NFIRS and Fire Grants
Accurate data can be used by fire departments and states to support funding for firefighters, equipment, and more. Mandy George explains how.
Mayday: Firefighter Down
Mandy George provides an overview of training on what happens when firefighters get into trouble on the fireground.
Fire Grants and Persuasive Writing Skills
Persuasive writing is not a mystery, but it is an art and it will take practice to master. Mandy George on how it can help firefighters win grant funding.
Introduction to the Fire Academy: Hoselines, Water Supply, and Academy Graduation
What can fire recruits expect when it comes to hoselines and water supply? Mandy George reviews some basics of the fire academy.
Hazmat Funding: Grants for Glow Worms
Hazmat and pipeline emergencies can happen anywhere and it is important for jurisdictions to be prepared with the proper equipment and training.
Introduction to the Fire Academy: Confined Space, Vehicle Extrication, and Live Burns
Mandy George reviews some other fundamental components of initial firefighter training at the fire academy.