NFIRS:Better Data For Better Decisions

NFIRS:Better Data For Better Decisions

Today, we understand that we are living in a rapidly expanding age of data and automation. The unprecedented explosion of the Internet is driving an economic boom of such proportions that many are already comparing it to another industrial revolution. The intelligent use of data and information to solve problems has taken on even more importance in today's Information Age.
Products/Services/Media

Products/Services/Media

Grafix Shoppe: Graphic designs for marking fire apparatus incorporate new colors, color fading/blending, and novel stripe configurations. All designs are reflective and NFPA-compliant. Designs are…
LEADERSHIP COURSE: “HELPING THOSE WHO HELP OTHERS”

LEADERSHIP COURSE: “HELPING THOSE WHO HELP OTHERS”

Every time firefighters Leave the station on a response, they are saying, in effect, "How can we help?" It's a natural part of a firefighter's…
PREINCIDENT INTELLIGENCE:A CASE HISTORY

PREINCIDENT INTELLIGENCE:A CASE HISTORY

Preincident intelligence (PII)-commonly known as preincident planning, preincident survey, or risk assessment-is a vital fire department resource. Its objective is to identify hazards and response…
SMOKE DETECTORS AND LIFE SAFETY

SMOKE DETECTORS AND LIFE SAFETY

Since smoke detectors first appeared on the shelves of stores in the 1970s, they have been heralded as the single most effective means of reducing…
ARE ALL CHEMICAL SPILLS OR RELEASES “EMERGENCIES”?

ARE ALL CHEMICAL SPILLS OR RELEASES “EMERGENCIES”?

Often, the first responders on-scene deter-mine whether a chemical spill or release is an emergency. But how many of you even consider this? If you…
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR “OFFICE”?

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR “OFFICE”?

How well do you know your office? Not the office that has a desk and a chair that is surrounded by employee evaluation forms, standard…