While the fire chief ultimately is responsible for his or her department’s image, a PIO or external-affairs officer can help develop relationships and more open communications with local media and the community at large....More
This week the Tampa Bay Times published a list of the 50 worst charities in America, ranked according to money blown on soliciting costs over the past decade. There are four charities related to firefighters: the Firefighters Charitable Foundation, the Association for Firefighters and Paramedics, the Firefighters Assistance Fund and Firefighters Burn Fund....More
By Harold A. Schaitberger -- While researchers at MSU might think and hope that fire and police consolidation could be the next big thing in public safety, the concept is in fact old, tired and dangerous....More
By Martha Ellis -- Common-sense legislation governing the use of fireworks seems to be in direct conflict with municipalities that are looking for promises of large revenue streams and hefty sales tax projections....More
Each fire department is encouraged to suspend all non-emergency activity during Safety and Health Week and focus on safety and health training and education, allowing each shift and personnel to participate. To support these efforts, the NVFC is offering a series of webinars on emotional and health-related topics....More