The Fire Officer No-Win Scenario
Should candidate Fire Officers be required to face a Kobayashi Maru style exercise? For the Trekkies out there, you know exactly what I’m talking about. […]
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The Fire Service 1%
When people think about the term 1%er (one percent-er) they usually think it’s something negative. The 1% is often thought of as outlaws and law […]
HexArmor Elite EXT Rescue Extrication Gloves
This is a review the HexArmor Elite EXT Rescue extrication gloves. The gloves arrived on a Monday November 10th, 2014 and immediately went into service. First impression: […]
The Art of Leading Ricky Rescue
Most volunteer fire stations have one. You know that one guy? He’s usually found wearing EMS uniform pants with trauma sheers, maybe a roll of […]
Firefighter Morale; Who Does It Start With?
Something we are facing in the fire service more and more is not only the decline of pride and traditions but also the morale of […]
Black Eyes Among Us
Sadly, you see the headlines all the time now; “Firefighter breaks in and spray paints (vandalizes) own fire station” or “Paramedic steals money from patient”, […]
“John Wayne Time, You’re On Your Own”
If it runs deep in your blood, there are a few words or phrases that can get you excited when you’re listening to radio traffic. […]
Station Pride Awards Grant to Rhea County Fire Dept.
Station Pride had the honor of awarding the Rhea County Fire Dept. with the first ever Station Pride Brother-to-Brother grant! Station Pride Founder and President […]
Aliens, War, and Fire Service Pre-Planning
Throughout the year it’s important to reflect on where we’ve been and where we are headed. It’s good not just to reflect on the fire […]
Home for the Holidays
Wreaths are on the front of the trucks, fire line tape garlands the tree,and snow chains are stowed nearby. The holidays are here. But which […]