Fire Engineering Podcast

Whether you are from “the sticks” or “the bricks”, discuss the latest topics in the fire service with the crew of S.A.F.E. Firefighter, LLC.   We’ll talk about how strategies, tactics and current events effect YOU on the fireground.   We want you to be a “Smart, Aggressive, Fundamental & Efficient” firefighter. “Get It Done. No Excuses.”

Matt McDowell is a Captain with the Bluffton Township Fire District, Instructor for the South Carolina Fire Academy, President of the Lowcountry FOOLS and Owner of Safe Firefighter, LLC. He holds a degree in Fire Administration and has previously served as Training Officer for Hardeeville Fire Department in South Carolina and Firefighter for the Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

Chief Dennis Rubin is a rescue consultant, writer and teacher.  In this series, he and his guests  address the latest hot button issues in the fire service.

Tired of safety lists and initiatives that don’t seem to reduce our accidents? Tune in tonight for the next episode of "Tailboard Talk." Hosts Craig Nelson, Dane Carley, and Jeff Wallin will be discussing Crew Resource Management and how to apply it in the fire service to reduce our near-miss incidents, accidents, and deaths.

This radio show will discuss all of the research conducted with the fire service by the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute.  Guests from fire departments that have served on the technical panels of the research will share their perspectives and how they have incorporated the results into their departments.

Host Steve Kerber is the Director of the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute. He has led fire service research and education in the areas of ventilation, structural collapse, and fire dynamics. A 13-year veteran of the fire service, with most of his service at the College Park Fire Department in Prince George's County Maryland where he served at ranks up through Deputy Chief.  He currently serves on the Advisory Board of Fire Engineering and the Fire Department Instructors Conference.  Steve has also been appointed to the rank of Honorary Battalion Chief by the FDNY.

From tactics and strategies to studies and tools. This class will cover all aspects of firefighting in rural areas, small towns, and small suburbs.  If you are on a department that provides coverage to these areas this shows for you. And if your an urbanite than this show will give you some insight to how things are done in small towns and rural areas.

In the fire service you either "lead, follow or get out of the way." Pat Nichols & Mark Gregory are definitely leaders. Join them as they discuss training that is both interesting and informational.

The Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society is an organization dedicated to the camaraderie and brotherhood forged between firefighters.  The F.O.O.L.S. provide real fire training for real firefighters and feel it is their duty to keep their brother and sisters in the fire service as safe as possible on the fire ground.

Join VP Bob Faas as he talks with Lt. Mark Gregory (Ladder 111, FDNY) about his program, “Man vs. Machinery Incidents: Are You Prepared”.

The International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI) leads fire and EMS instructors in their efforts to reduce firefighter fatalities and injuries, increase firefighter safety, and improve the profession through education and training. ISFSI supports instructors through educational opportunities, networking, mentoring programs, leadership opportunities, instructional resources, and legislative representation.

The Engine House Training Guys are friends and students of the fire service who like to share their combined knowledge and skills with others.  Discussions will include  the most basic tactics and training to leadership and officer development and everything in between.  They love the fire service and look forward to having spirited discussions around the virtual kitchen table or from the engine bumper.

Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo and Bettalion Chief Jim Duffy host  "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."   this show usually  covers fireground organization and operational safety as well as building construction and choosing a strategic mode of operation from the point of view of those in command . Tonight we are going to be talking about making a difference without be a chief or company officer. We have Dave Werner as a guest tonight and we are going to be talking about leading from the "jumpseat" or back step as us old timers call it. Tune in and share your thoughts.