Clear, legal policy is necessary to ensure safety and protect members’ rights
Developing a Firefighter Personal Firearms Policy
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Category: Command/Supervision
Firefighters and Religious Expression: A Two-Edged Sword
It’s easy to inadvertently cross the line between religious freedom and endorsement of a religion
The Importance of the First-Line Supervisor in Public Safety Agencies
Too many agencies fail to properly prepare supervisors for the job
4 Factors That Can Provoke Media Scrutiny of Public Safety Agencies
Your agency may only be minutes away from reputational damage or an expensive lawsuit
There’s a Bully in the (Fire)house!
Our “brotherhood” can sometimes lead us to attack anything that’s different
Addressing Firefighter Deviation from Policy
Four questions that can help get to the root of the problem
Thinking Critically About Public Safety Policy Training
The best policies in public safety are of little value if they are not fully understood by every employee in your organization
New Sheriff in Town? Advice for the First 100 Days
Being effective in this unique role requires an open mind and willingness to lead the agency through change
Are You Ready for Your Next PREA Audit?
Policies that meet PREA standards are a good start—but your practices must match those policies
Do Fire Departments Have to Provide Light Duty for Pregnant Firefighters?
The answer is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no
3 Stages of Public Safety Training
After the academy, is your department’s training program effective?
Reducing Firefighter Critical Incident Stress at Traumatic Incidents
When little can be done to save lives or property, the focus should be on reducing the impact on responders