Effective communication on the emergency scene is critical to firefighter safety, coordination and successful incident operations. In this Company Officer Section session, Deputy Chief Brian Collins of the Brentwood, Tennessee Fire Department discusses emergency scene communications from the perspective of company officers, captains and lieutenants.
Drawing on fire service experience, Collins explores how company officers can communicate more effectively during incidents, improve situational awareness and help ensure crews receive clear, timely and actionable information when it matters most.
Key Takeaways
- Understand the company officer’s role in effective emergency scene communications.
- Learn strategies for delivering clear, concise and timely radio communications.
- Improve coordination and situational awareness among responding crews.
- Recognize how strong communication supports firefighter safety and incident command.
- Strengthen communication practices that can be applied during real-world emergency operations.
Why Watch: Company officers play a critical role in connecting incident command with crews operating on the emergency scene. This session provides practical insights to help current and aspiring officers communicate with greater clarity and confidence while supporting safer, more coordinated incident operations.
