Fire Engineering Podcast

Join Craig Nelson, Jeff Wallin, and Dane Carley for September’s Tailboard Talk! As a firefighter, have you had a great idea for your department but couldn’t move it up the chain of command? Maybe you’re a chief and know that your firefighters have great ideas but you never hear them. The OCFA, CA came up with a solution they call the Optimal Outcome Program. On the opposite coast, fire services across Broward County, FL came together under the Sheriff’s Office in an effort to provide services that are more effective to county residents. Contrary to many public safety mergers, this merger went well. Why? What was done differently? Each of these programs are examples of constantly learning to improve a department’s service – a fundamental HRO trait. Each also represents excellent change management that engages those affected by the change to provide a positive outcome. Div. Chief Bryan Brice from the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and Asst. Fire Chief Todd LeDuc of the Department of Fire Rescue of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office will join us to talk about HRO experiences in their departments.

Chad Sartison discusses a number of topics as they pertain to Recruitment Retention, Funding and Community Support.

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

Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo & Jim Duffy host "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."  .  This episode honors the importance of 9/11 to the fire service.  It's a must listen if there ever was one!                                                              All Fire Engineering Talk Radio host will be  sharing their thoughts and feelings on what that  day means to them. 

Never Forget,  Means Never Forgetting!

Anthony and Ed talk about fire command.

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.

In this episode, Eric Hankins will talk about the St. Baldrick's Foundation and how the FOOLS fully support this great cause.

We got him! “Calling all Dispatchers and Firefighters,” join John Salka and Rick Lasky as they talk to retired FDNY Brooklyn Dispatcher Warren Fuchs. They'll be looking for your calls!

Tools, Technology & Methodology:  The Rescuer's Roadside Stop to Weigh-In On Everything Extrication.  A new "crunching" topic every session on the world of vehicle rescue.

Captain Peter McBride of  Ottawa (Ontario, Canada) Fire Services hosts an annual International Firefighter Workshop.  He brings that knowledge to the airwaves in this show that will focus on developing a broader understanding of fire dynamics, fire suppression techniques, tactics, command decision making, and realistic training methods for the fire service.

Mike 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