The Command Post: The Chief’s Aide, the Power Behind the Throne
Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss the chief's aide, and how this role can have an impact on the fire scene and day-to-day department processes.
The Command Post
Rick Lasky and John Salka talk about fire service leadership and command, management, tactics, and culture.
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Setting the Leadership Bar: The Expectations
Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss setting the leadership bar and setting expectations, from the chief all the way down to the probie.
The Command Post: First-Arriving Sequence of Events
Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss the first-arriving sequence of events at fires in private dwellings.
The Command Post: The Volunteer Company Officer
Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss the volunteer company officer, what makes a great candidate, and the selection process.
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The Command Post: Attending Outside Training
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The Command Post: Now Hiring…
Hosts Rick Lasky and Terry McGrath take a closer look at the state of hiring in today's fire service.