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Help improve mutual aid and multi-agency coordination — participate today!
IAFC
The objective of this study is to identify effective uses of mutual aid and multi-agency coordination. This study, and the derived best practices, will provide the foundation to develop a Fire and EMS Multi-Agency Preparedness and Operations Guide that will outline partner agency mutual support, missions, capabilities, resources, authorities, needs, etc. to support State, Local, Territorial, and Tribal fire and EMS leadership.
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Search Dark Water with Sonar
With over 55 years’ experience in providing law enforcement with the “right tools for the job”, JW Fishers has a product every department needs - the SCAN-650. Simple to operate, shows any object under the water regardless of clarity and are in use by dive teams across the globe. Checkout our sonar systems and other underwater equipment.
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IAFC Ben Franklin Award for Valor nomination period now open
Fire Chief
The IAFC announced that it is now accepting nominations for the Ben Franklin Award for Valor, honoring a firefighter (or firefighters) for their expert training, professional service and dedication to duty displayed in saving human life.
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Are officers allowed to have a bad day?
Fire Chief
Michael Sedlacek writes: When I was growing up, my parents would often give these little directives or admonishments. There was one phrase that really stuck with me, though — one my uncle had shared with my mother years before. He has been working in Cleveland emergency rooms for years, so you know he has seen some stuff. When someone would tell him they were having a bad day, he would simply say, "Make it a good day. The choice is yours."
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Beyond burnout: Strategies for managing employee stress
The HR Digest
Employee stress and burnout are major concerns for businesses and organizations worldwide. In a fast-paced and demanding work environment, employees often face a lot of pressure and expectations, which can lead to stress, anxiety and eventually burnout.
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YOUR ICS HEADQUARTERS
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You checked out at work. Here's how to check back in
Harvard Business Review
If you're unhappy at work, you already know that feeling can grow rapidly for a variety of reasons. In the current economic climate where job stability feels uncertain, professionals who had previously been disengaged at work may be rethinking their short-term objectives.
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ResponseMaster IFS
The ResponseMaster® IFS family for custom fire and rescue vehicles combines refined ride quality and rugged design. Superior maneuverability and handling increases safety for the fire fighter and reduces response time in the most demanding conditions.
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(At least) 5 ways to improve organizational communication
Kevin Eikenberry
No communication can be effective if the message itself and the rationale for it isn't clear. We all know this, and yet, when communicating messages across an organization, we've all seen this mistake made. Spend more time clarifying what the messages are (and aren't) and the intention behind them. Doing this will hone the message for (much) clearer reception.
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4 tips to negotiate your commitments and get your time back
Full Focus
Negotiating skills often come naturally to business owners. For sales-savvy individuals, securing a seat on a board or signing up for a leadership position isn't necessarily the problem. However, getting out of these commitments is. These responsibilities come at a cost.
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Multiple Fouts FOURs available immediately
Meet the Fouts FOUR from Fouts Bros. Designed to be the best First Out Utility Rescue on the market. Featuring a lightweight aluminum body that allows you to carry multiple rescue tools while navigating even the busiest city streets.
Several units available for immediate delivery now, only from Fouts Bros.
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How to navigate crucial leadership moments and deliver great performance
Harvard Business Review
The hardest part of leadership is mastering inevitable high-risk, high-stakes challenges. Whether you're making a split-second decision when your business is knocked sideways or finding the best strategy to navigate business-critical long-term circumstances, how can you be in peak form in these most crucial moments?
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Saying 'no' to unlock your most productive self
Full Focus
Chances are pretty good you've helped a friend or family member move at some point — voluntarily or otherwise. Let's be honest: It's a task no one enjoys. It's labor-intensive, tiring, sometimes boring, and you're likely spending an entire day doing it.
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Your entire operation. One software platform.
Promoted by First Due
From major metros to volunteer departments, fire agencies struggle to manage their day-to-day operations across many outdated software platforms.
Agencies with First Due have the software built to keep up with the demands of modern firefighting and the power to drive innovation across every aspect of their work. First Due's all-in-one suite consolidates every fire and EMS function into a single platform - from NFIRS and ePCR to Scheduling, Assets Management, Fire Prevention, Pre-Planning, Mobile Response, and more.
Get a custom demo of First Due today to see the last piece of software your agency needs to buy.
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3 storytelling rules of thumb for leaders to motivate teams to do important things
Forbes
What's the most inspiring speech from a leader in history? Think about who pops in your head when you ponder that question. Chances are, if you're American, the Gettysburg Address crosses your mind. Though it's 160 years old, any top 10 list you'll find in an English-language search today will list Abraham Lincoln's famous Civil War speech as one of the greats of all time.
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Rosenbauer Unmatched Aerials
When you ask a firefighter to climb 100 feet in the air, waiting at the top better be some peace of mind. Rosenbauer aerials are the highest standard, built on a 30-year track record of zero compromise. Safety and ease of operation. An extension of the firefighter. Performing as one.
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Shaping the future of employee experience
Talent Management
Justin Reinert writes: Fifteen years ago, I was part of an organization that was shifting the way we worked. One of the goals was to reduce the organization's real estate footprint, a second was to provide greater flexibility in where people worked and a third was to create a better framework for how people worked.
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Leader in wildland Fire Equipment
By using only top quality products, Waterax, Dixon, Hannay Reels and red head brass, Flash wildfire Services continues providing the quality and reliability of the already popular Rancher Brand.
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Why indecision is a deadly trait for leaders: How to overcome it
Lolly Daskal
Indecision is a deadly trait for leaders because it can hinder their ability to make effective decisions and to lead their teams effectively. There are several strategies that leaders can use to overcome indecision and make more effective decisions.
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An employer's guide to managing employees with progressive discipline
Lexology
If you're an employer, you know that, whether you have 10 employees or 100, there is an art to managing your workforce, and a well-oiled human resource process is necessary for a well-run business. You invest a lot of time and money into your employees and, understandably, expect attendance, productivity and proper work conduct in return that will benefit your business as a whole.
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Triple certified VIKING SHIELD Gear
Multi-purpose, lightweight VIKING SHIELD gear is as tough and flexible as the challenges you face. It’s triple certified - switch from wildland firefighting to handling technical rescue/extrication tasks or EMS simply by snapping in the GORE® CROSSTECH® S/R lining. Includes optional bloodborne pathogen protection.
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6 common leadership mistakes that hold back employee growth
Lolly Daskal
I coach leaders all around the world and in many different industries. As a leadership executive coach, I have seen firsthand the negative impact that certain mistakes can have on employee growth and development. Here are six common leadership mistakes that hold back employee growth and how to avoid them.
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The benefits of a relations-based approach to managing staff
Pratice Business
By creating a relations-based approach to managing staff, practices can create a happy and motivated workforce with fewer capability and misconduct issues and fewer time-consuming procedures. A relations-based approach to management can be achieved in the following ways.
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Rapidly identify unknown odors/smells
GT5000 Terra: Accurately identify and quantify unknown gases or call ‘ALL CLEAR’ at incident sites! All in a compact design with simple touch-screen commands.
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1 way to overcome resistance
Kevin Eikenberry
As a leader, one of the biggest challenges you'll face is resistance to change. Whether you're introducing a new process, implementing a new strategy or making any other kind of change, there will be people who resist it. This video shares some tips on how you can overcome that resistance.
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CO2 Safety Systems Save Lives!
LogiCO2 offers unprecedented CO2 Safety Solutions. It is one of the most endorsed CO2 Safety Systems in the World. Installed in more than 126 countries worldwide. It’s the most economical system on the market to purchase and own and is extremely easy to install. CO2 Safety made economical and easy.
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Want to be an exceptional leader? Take this 3-legged approach
Forbes
Executive leadership is a challenging role that can be overwhelming due to pressure and responsibility. This is especially true for those recently promoted or taking on additional responsibilities. With the fast-paced demands leadership requires, it is easy to overlook the vital elements that influence success.
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