by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
Most states have laws requiring motorists to move over or slow down when approaching an emergency or public safety vehicle. But too many drivers fail to follow the law. Firefighters and EMT’s face many risks on the job, not the least of which is navigating traffic...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
Social Media Posts: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Firefighters and other government employees are often held to a higher ethical standard than the general public. Therefore, we must be extra mindful of what we post on social media. Social media can be an effective...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
Firefighters are already made for more. We are natural leaders, often putting our lives on the line for strangers. Here are some additional ways to be a good leader in our stations. Leadership is important in any profession, and ours is no different. Just like...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
On Monday, April 15, 2019, the world watched as the beloved Notre Dame cathedral in Paris was engulfed into flames. The flames were so dangerous and rapid that firefighters were told to retreat, saving their own lives. Commander Jean-Claude Gallet had a plan, however...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
It’s no surprise that firefighters are at increased risk of toxic exposure of carcinogenic products and gases. In fact, that’s part of the job description – you know what you are signing up for. So why is it common to ignore Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)...
