John J. Salka Jr. stresses the importance of firefighter training and verifying equipment functionality from the standpoint of good fortune on the emergency scene. It’s funny how many times we hear ...

As an instructor and leader, the fire officer plays a critical role in shaping the skills, confidence, and synergy of your crew. Training isn’t just about achieving compliance with departmental ...

Anyone who has spent any amount of time around the fire service or public safety has heard the terms “recruitment and retention.” These topics are so crucial to building a successful fire service that ...

Four members of Sylvester's Firefighter Cancer Initiative and other experts tell of how a decon bucket that contains 10 basic items has prompted a 91.1 percent on-scene adoption rate. A five-gallon ...

The Pittsburgh Firefighters IAFF Local Union gave the community an opportunity to see what it's like to be a firefighter. They're calling it Fire Ops 101, referring to a college course that starts at ...