Among this set of recent commentary pieces are Casey Clinkscales on the role of the senior firefighter, Nick Halmasy on talking and stress, and Chad Menard on the Minuteman load.
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The Senior Man
The measurement of a leader comes from how many people you have helped become successful. Read more from Casey Clinkscales.
The Legal Year in Review
John K. Murphy looks back at some of the legal hazards that firefighters have dealt with in 2017.
UL Fire Attack Study
Mark Cotter welcomes the recently released research from UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute’s extensive experiments.
eLearning: Preparing for 2018
Freddie Batista discusses eLearning design and development cost analysis.
Becoming a Better Version of Yourself
John Lovato Jr. talks about cultivating the daily habits and discipline you need to get you closer to your goals.
What a Year
Ron Kanterman looks back at some of the major news and changes in the fire service industry this year, including the passing of Alan Brunacini.
The Modified Minuteman Load
Chad Menard takes a closer look at this popular hoseload.
The 2.5-inch Encase Inline Gauge
Clay Magee looks at one of the most important pieces of equipment in your tools for standpipe operations.
Dealing with Criticism and Rumors
Don’t always get worked up at other people’s opinions, writes John Lovato Jr.
The Subtle Art of Talking
Talking may be more difficult than you thought. Nick Halmasy has some tips on improving your communication skills.
Cowards and Morons
Mark Cotter continues his exploration of the ongoing debate on fire research and tactics, touching on seeing past labels.
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