There is only so much radio space to communicate strategic/tactical/task assignments, status changes, and priority traffic. Think about the extra useless words we use on the radio when communicating and make it a practice to eliminate them from the airwaves. Sometimes years of habit need reset. For example, At This Time… and Be Advised… are two crutches used all too ...
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Experience and Education – A “Crazy” Thought
I've been preaching the combination of experience and education for some time. These aspects of the job should not work in opposition to one another, yet bring forth a more powerful fire service.
Read More »Learning About Exercising Leadership
Mr. Burkell wasn't going to tell us, but we were his first official tour with his license; although he has been guiding EFO students through the battlefield for years.
Read More »Distressed SCUBA Diver Training Scenario – Regional Cooperation
Last night in Gibsonburg, Ohio a simulated distressed diver training scenario was conducted. It took place at Whitestar Quarry, which is an excellent place to dive and learn to dive. Many of us have been there numerous times. Each year it seems that there is some sort of diver related emergency and local first responders need to be ready. The ...
Read More »Light Box Instructions – Where’s The Training?
This just happens to be a prime example of what we need to do as trainers in the fire service. We have to step back from time to time and remember to show the basic operations of some of what we now think are the simplest of tasks.
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