As the digital age moves forward, more emphasis is being made nationwide to motivate fire departments to collect more complete and reliable data. As the amount of data collected increases, it becomes more important to ensure the providers themselves understand the importance of their charting. Documentation in the world of public safety poses a lot of real-life challenges. In this ebook are common situations that providers face along with solutions.
The woman killed Sunday in a massive blaze that spread through five residential buildings in Paterson leaving 40 people homeless has been identified by authorities.
Increased exposure to fires appears to raise the likelihood of developing atrial fibrillation, or AFib, an irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other problems.
Actions matter. By setting the example of self care as a priority, you are telling the people you lead that taking care of ourselves is valued, writes Todd LeDuc.
Success on the fireground hinges on the quality of the messages sent and the understanding of those listening. Jared Newcombe discusses a program for training firefighters to communicate under difficult conditions.
Raul A. Angulo examines and questions the fire service’s motivations for training and offers these helpful drills that will improve any department’s efficiency.
