Responding to a reported stalled elevator with people trapped is a typical run for many departments. Most of us are so accustomed to them that we feel quite comfortable responding to them.
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With the success of the national near-miss program, such programs are being developed on the local level. Programs that are successful have two key qualities: They are anonymous, and they are nonpunitive. JOHN H. RUSS
It is especially important early in an officer's career, while trying to build a reputation, to address issues head on. After all, your credibility is at stake. CHRISTOPHER PEPLER
A temporary hold on fireground operations initiated by the first-due officer gives him time to gather more intelligence to aid in his decision making. SEAN W. STUMBAUGH