Fire Instructor Development

Firefighter Response to Natural Gas Leaks and Emergencies

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:08:00 GMT

Natural gas leaks and explosions are growing problems across the country, James Kutz writes, and firefighters need to be on alert when responding to "nuisance" calls involving natural gas leaks.

Council's Goal Is to Safeguard Safety Standards for Divers

Wed, 02 May 2012 19:22:00 GMT

Andrea Zafares writes about the work of the Water Response Training Council, which hopes to be able to set at least some minimum instructor and training standards for public safety divers to stop at least the most egregious of safety issues.

Call for Presentations for FDIC 2013

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:44:00 GMT

We are currently accepting proposals for the 2013 Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) to take place April 22-27 at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.

FDIC 2012 Workshop on Initial Approach to Hazmat Incidents

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:42:00 GMT

Assistant Chief Kristina Kreutzer of the Mill Creek (DE) Fire Company presented a workshop in managing hazmat incidents on Monday at FDIC 2012.

FDIC 2012: Fire Dynamics in Structures with Dan Madrzykowski

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:53:00 GMT

In his Monday workshop, "Fire Dynamics in Structures," National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) researcher and former George D. Post Instructor of the Year award recipient Dan Madrzyskowski covered some critical scientific topics about fire behavior in structural firefighting.

Kraft Is FDIC 2012 Opening Ceremonies Keynote Speaker

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Steve Kraft, chief of the Richmond Hill Fire & Emergency Services in Ontario, Canada, will urge audience members to "Be a Leader, Not Just a Position" in his keynote address at the Opening Ceremonies on Wednesday, April 18, 8:00 a.m.-10 a.m.

Avillo, Instructor of the Year: “Making Things Better Is Job of All Members”

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:37:00 GMT

To Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo, North Hudson (NJ) Fire and Rescue, the Fire Engineering/George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award "represents the timeless tradition of passing the torch and making every effort to ensure that, on a daily basis, the business is a little better because you were there."

World's First Free Mobile App for Making Fire Training Simulations to be Unveiled at FDIC 2012

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:44:00 GMT

CommandSim will debut the world's first mobile app and desktop companion application for creating and sharing training simulations at booth #13038 at FDIC 2012 in Indianapolis.

National Fire Academy Seeks Students for Pilot Test of First Online Mediated Instruction Course

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:34:00 GMT

The National Fire Academy is currently recruiting students to help pilot test its first online instructor mediated course, Advanced Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival (C249).

FDIC 2012 Preview: An Interview with Anthony Avillo

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:59:00 GMT

FDIC Conference Director Diane Feldman talks with Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo, North Hudson (NJ) Regional Fire and Rescue, the recipient of the 2012 Fire Engineering/George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award.

FDIC 2012 Preview: An Interview with Keynoter Steve Kraft

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:33:00 GMT

Diane Feldman talks to one of this year's FDIC keynoters, Steve Kraft of Richmond Hill Fire & Emergency Services in Ontario, about his work in the fire service and what he'll be talking about during the Opening Ceremony.

True North Announces 2012 FDIC Scholarship

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:35:00 GMT

True North, a leading manufacturer of quality bags, backpacks and fire resistant clothing, is pleased to announce the 2012 FDIC Scholarship.

Honor Guards from Across the Nation Compete in Indianapolis

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:53:00 GMT

The National Fire Department Honor Guard Competition will be held again this year during the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) on April 20th in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Safe & Effective Power Saw Operation

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:46:00 GMT

Testing and Checking a Power Saw

Tactical Safety: Marginal Effort Equals Marginal Results

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:53:00 GMT

Tactical safety is achieved by putting forth maximum effort and by having highly tuned-in firefighters and commanders who deploy their troops with purpose on the fireground, Ray McCormack writes.

OPSGEAR CEO Shares his Japan Recovery Mission Following the Earthquake Tsunami and Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:28:00 GMT

OPSGEAR CEO David Burnell shares his story about the Japan Recovery Mission - For the Living or the Dead?

Stepping Up: The Value of Role-Playing, Part 1

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:35:00 GMT

Role playing is a valuable activity that allows firefighters to apply information they have learned or received and deliver that information using their interpersonal skills. Ron Hiraki writes about using role playing in firefighter training.

FL Firefighter, Instructor Injured During Training

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:34:00 GMT

Lt. Kevin McCrea, a training center instructor and 11-year veteran of the Miami-Dade Fire Department, was burned while setting up a training demonstration on Friday morning, according to a report.

NVFC and CSU Announce Scholarship Winners

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:20:00 GMT

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and Columbia Southern University (CSU) are pleased to announce the winners of the 2011 CSU scholarships.

Addison (MI) Fire Department Receives True North's Training Scholarship

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:37:00 GMT

After careful review of the many applications submitted, the next True North Firefighter Scholarship has been awarded to the Addison Fire Department from Michigan.