A dictionary defines training as, “to develop or form the habits, thoughts, or behavior of (a child or other person) by discipline and instruction.” The fire service does an excellent job in training firefighters through academies on fire behavior and fireground operations. But the majority of fire academies and fire departments lack training on behavioral...Read More
The Chicago Fire Department found itself ahead of the curve in a most alarming way. The department suffered seven active- and retired-firefighter suicides in an 18-month period. Faced with such a crisis, the Chicago Firefighters Union Local 2 Employee Assistance Program wanted to get an in-depth picture of what members are dealing with on the...Read More
