Fire Engineering Podcast

ireground Strategies & Other Stuff From the Street

Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo hosts "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."  Along with his co-host, Jim Duffy, this show 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 of both the fireground and individual companies.

Among many other duties, Chief Ron Kanterman does fire & life safety consultation, fire service training and fire protection through Gold Horn Associates.

Tom Aurnhammer is the Deputy Chief of the Los Pinos Fire Protection District in Ignacio, CO.  Join them as they come together as the Back Step Boys and listen in as they share their wealth of fire service knowledge and experience.

Join host Al Schlick as he welcomes Leigh Hubbard, Director of Operations for the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI). Leigh has thirteen years of experience in association and non-profit management with an emphasis on strategic planning, operational improvement and board development. During her service as the Director of Operations for ISFSI her team has increased membership by 54 percent, fully developed and launched two significant professional development credentials, spearheaded a long-term strategic planning initiative, and has been instrumental in the launching of an industry professionalism campaign, and added multiple value added benefits for the ISFSI membership. Listen in as Al and Leigh discuss the importance of membership in the ISFSI and the value it brings to the fire service instructor.

The 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.

A focus on building the foundation of the fire service by introducing  you to the best of the fire service authors and trainers.

Anthony and Ed talk about fire command.

Mike McEvoy was the first EMS Chief ever elected to the Board of Directors of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs, an office he still holds. In 2005, Mike was elected to Chair the New York State EMS Council, the highest EMS office in New York State. He continues to serve on as a delegate to the State EMS Council, representing the State Fire Chiefs.

In this episode of Firemedically Speaking, Mike talks with A.J. Heightman, Editor-in-chief of the Journal of Emergency Medical Services (JEMS) magazine about the current state of relationships between EMS and the Fire service as well as the newly minted relationship between Fire Engineering magazine and JEMS.

Chief Rick Lasky & Chief John Salka discuss leadership lessons learned from their experience in the Fire Service. Listen in as they provide effective critiques and tips for every level of the job, from chiefs on down.

The four owners of Traditions Training:  Ricky Riley; Dan Shaw; Doug Mitchell; and Nick Martin provide advice and direction on how to keep combat ready.

Chris Mc Loone brings the pages of "Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment" magazine to the airwaves.  Topics covered focus exlusively on those professionals whose job it is to buy Trucks, Tools, Turnout Gear and Firefighting Equipment.

Fire Engineering and Crossfit 4 Fire are partnering to bring the American Fire Service a viable and proven fitness and conditioning program which includes a strong emphasis on mobility, rehabilitation, functional fitness and endurance training for the occupational athlete dedicated to the fire service.