Program Development Format for Administrative Scenarios
Frank Viscuso
Back in 2010, I had written an article for Fire Engineering titled “The simple approach to writing Standard Operating Procedure‟s (SOP‟s).” In that article I outlined five steps that, when followed, will provide you with a comprehensive format that can be used to develop and implement standard operating procedures.
8 Steps to Increase Morale
Frank Viscuso
It‟s hard to conceive that there may be firefighters who would trade their career in the fire service for a 9-5 desk job. We are fortunate in our profession that the majority of firefighters are happy to be on the job and thoroughly enjoy coming to work; however, there is a minority who are dissatisfied and disgruntled.
Windows, Doors, and More
Mike Terpak
As much time as we delegate in the fire service to reviewing and preparing for the challenges of light-weight constructed buildings, it is also important to go back and review some of the challenges found in older structures, especially if your area of responsibility has these type buildings in large number.
Effective vs Efficient: A Lesson in Creative Fire Tactics
Jim Silvernail
There is absolutely no doubt that there is an epidemic in America. Fire Departments across the nation have braced for budgetary downfalls and major cutbacks from city hall. Fire Chiefs and Commissioners have been forced to tighten the bottom line and even cut companies.