While visiting some firehouses recently, I found that most officers have fewer than 10 years in their respective agency, both career and volunteer. Sure, some veteran officers at the departments have ...

John Partridge empathizes with frustrated firefighters and officers who encounter rejection after rejection of suggestions for operational and/or organizational changes. His solution: Invest the time ...

The first 100 days that company officers spend with a crew are critical to their both their success and to the team’s future development. Previously we considered the concept of the first 100 days ...

Advancing to the position of company officer is one of the most gratifying promotions in the fire service. Whether moving up to lieutenant or captain, this transition from firefighter to company ...

Michael Henry, born and raised in Miami-Dade County, has received a competitive salary and benefits for his work as a South ...