A new scientific study is raising concerns for firefighters about what’s in their turnout gear, especially newer gear marketed as “PFAS-free.” Researchers analyzing 12 sets of used turnout gear from ...

Across the nation, fire departments are facing a growing challenge: finding and preparing for the next generation of firefighters. With seasoned professionals retiring and fewer young people ...

I’ve heard many senior firefighters express frustration with the new generation, blaming them for the perceived loss of tradition and culture in the firehouse. This sentiment isn’t isolated to my ...

The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has asked the Superior Court in Boston to dismiss with prejudice (meaning IAFF cannot file the same suit against NFPA) all remaining claims ...

At some point, you’ve asked a firefighter how things were going and heard one of the usual one-word responses: “Fine,” “Good,” or “Okay.” Whether it was about a recent call, a new station assignment, ...

On the top of my fire chief’s whiteboard, it reads: “Start with the end in mind.” “If not this, then what?” This saying is a reminder to consider what our desired end state should like. If what we are ...

The acronym SLICE-RS represented a revolutionary advancement in firefighting tactics, not only in its effectiveness but also in the process of leveraging a data-driven, scientific approach. The ...

We live in a polarized America where scrolling through social media often feels like watching a never-ending brawl. Outrage is constant, shock value is currency, and the voices we once held up as ...

W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) announced the expansion of its GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® Product portfolio with the launch of three advanced moisture barriers—GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® Endure Moisture Barrier, ...

I was honored to receive a promotion to the position of fire chief. Within 24 hours of the news breaking of my new opportunity, I received multiple phone calls. While most were filled with ...

When did it become acceptable for chief officers to stop telling the truth? When did “we’re getting by” become the default answer to city administrators, elected officials, and community ...

I absolutely fire service traditions. There is nothing like pushing a brand-new engine into the bay; getting ice cream when the new driver hits a curb; having steaks when somebody gets off probation ...