Decatur (AL) Fire Chief Learns of ‘Inappropriate’ Training Amid State Investigation
Decatur Fire & Rescue Chief Tracy Thornton said he would take appropriate action after learning of an "inappropriate" training exercise.
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Fort Myers (FL) Recruit Firefighter Dies After Physical Fitness Assessment
A recruit firefighter for the Fort Myers (FL) Fire Department died after participating in a physical assessment evaluation, according to news reports.
New Fire Personnel, Organizational Change, and a Foundation of Development
How do fire departments engage prospective new recruits and develop future personnel in the field? John R. Bennett shares some ideas.
Probationary Firefighter Training: Setting and Raising the Bar
This article from Jesse Marcotte covers the factors that contribute to effective probationary firefighter training.
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Humpday Hangout: Recruit Training Beyond the Academy
Brian Zaitz and other members of the ISFSI discuss training for new recruits and probationary firefighters once they come onto the job.
They Aren’t Dumb; We Just Gotta Change Our Methods
David Rhodes on how instructors can adjust their teaching methods to address gaps when training the next generation of firefighters.
Pittsburgh Firefighters Union Concerned about Lack of New Recruits
The Pittsburgh Firefighters Union is expressing concern about the lack of new recruit firefighters, according to a report from CBS Pittsburgh.
Podcast: Firefighter Behavioral Health: Stress and the Firefighter Mindset
What do you want your retirement to look like? Dr. Beth Murphy discusses sustaining mental and physical health over the course of your career.
Podcast: The Future Firefighter: Jason Shanley
Host Chris Baker and guest Jason Shanley, captain with the San Diego (CA) Fire-Rescue Department, discuss various recruitment programs.
Podcast: Firefighter Behavioral Health
Dr. Beth Murphy addresses preventative strategies for mental health that may impact both recruit firefighters and veterans considering retirement.
Drills: Are You Smarter Than a Rookie?
This series of training drills from Forest Reeder pits veteran firefighters against new recruits to test their knowledge about common firefighting concerns in their departments.
Drill: Are You Smarter Than a Rookie Firefighter? Ground Ladders
This firefighter training drill pits veterans against rookies in identifying the lengths and application of your company's ground ladders.
