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)...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
1-800-BOARDUP ANNOUNCES ANNUAL ‘BIG DOG CHALLENGE’ TO SUPPORT NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS FOUNDATION Jacksonville Beach, FL – July 29, 2019 – In support of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), 1-800-BOARDUP announced their...
by andrew rhodehamel | Jan 9, 2020 | Blog, Blog & News
From Top Golf to scooter riding to Ron Mundy’s amazing DJ skills, the 2019 Advanced Market Development National Conference was one for the record books. We had a great time in Atlanta, sharing stories, ideas, concerns and more; we hope everyone left with a renewed...