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January 2022
Risk identification must go beyond simple yes-or-no questions to consider the various mitigation options.
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September 14, 2018
A vigilant public remains one of our greatest assets.
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September 13, 2018
In major disasters, the fire service needs to be disciplined in its response.
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May 2, 2018
With a long history of law enforcement in my background, I understood ballistic protection levels and the terms associated with them. The surprise is that I’m now having conversations about this protection with other fire chiefs.
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March 16, 2018
All-hazards response isn’t a new concept, so what’s the point of talking about it yet again? It’s not about the past; it’s about scenario-planning for the future.
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March 2, 2018
The fire service handles things outside our traditional mission of firefighting: from community paramedicine and terrorism to hazardous materials and technical rescue, our world’s fire service is the benefactor of all-hazards solutions.
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March 2, 2018
Why can’t the fire service get information from the feds that is as relevant as it is to law enforcement? The fact is that we can; we just have to ask, then commit to developing a partnership with them.
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March 1, 2018
Mass shootings persist, and whether the shooters are branded as domestic terrorists, violent extremists or another such label, this persistence presents significant challenges for security analysts, law enforcement and fire-rescue professionals.
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February 28, 2018
New version to better manage and track emergency service resources during large-scale emergencies that require mutual aid.
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February 15, 2018
Our hearts are heavy for the senseless loss of life in Parkland, Florida.
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February 14, 2018
Standard provides training standards; breaks it down between law enforcement, fire and EMS responsibilities.
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December 2, 2022
Release of new resource page dedicated to lithium-ion batteries preparedness.
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November 18, 2022
UPDATE: The 2023 FSEDI application period is closed. Applicants will be notified in the near future.
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November 15, 2022
A training program that meets the needs of the community and the individual firefighter with safety
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