Now Available: The Definitive Guide for Aspiring Fire Chiefs
We are excited to announce that the fourth edition of Chief Officer: Principles and Practice is now available! This comprehensive guide, developed in collaboration with the NFPA and IAFC, is designed to empower future chief officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in today’s dynamic fire service environment.
What you can expect from this new edition:
- Comprehensive Coverage: Clear division of Fire Officer III and IV content, organized chapters, and engaging case studies
- Enhanced Learning Tools: Discussion questions, self-assessment review questions, and summaries of NFPA job performance requirements (JPRs)
- Professional Development: Updated content on communications, legal issues, human resources, and executive-level planning
- Legal Insights: New discussions on civil and criminal cases, contract elements, and EMS best practices
- Budget and Finance: Insights on budget reductions, cost recovery programs, and briefing public officials
- Cybersecurity Focus: New discussions on cybersecurity threats within the fire service
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