The following NIOSH FFFIPP report and slides were recently published: BUT PLEASE NOTE…. 1-These “perfect for training review slides” …for use with and by all of your Firefighters & Officers are linked below. 2-Note the NEW format for better access and quicker focus on –What happened? –What mattered most? –What can prevent this from happening again? REPORT: Firefighter...Read More
All, Earlier this year, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a new safety video on its investigation into the fatal combustible dust explosions and fires at the Didion Milling facility in Cambria, Wisconsin, on May 31, 2017. Five employees were killed in the incident, and 14 others were injured. The incident...Read More
Some interesting statements came out of this afternoon’s update from NTSB. Their preliminary investigation into the fatal runway collision at LaGuardia Airport in New York late Sunday night suggests it was caused by an overlapping series of failures that stemmed from seemingly predictable problems with staffing and technology. (Google: Swiss Cheese Model) The Port Authority crash fire...Read More
Today is the 33rd anniversary of COACH Jim Valvano’s iconic ESPYS speech – a LEADERSHIP message that if you haven’t listened to, please do. It will be amongst the best TEN MINUTES you have ever spent watching a video. We promise you’ll love it-and we never lie. I first heard this ten-minute speech just a year after...Read More
On August 30, 2025, several of our firefighters were injured while operating at a structure fire. Although their injuries were not life-threatening, the MAYDAY situation certainly was. This incident underscores the inherent risks of our profession and the critical importance of learning from every close call. Near-miss reporting enables us to capture essential details, identify...Read More
As you may have read, Loveland (Colorado) Chief Tim Sendelbach, an engaged and well-respected fire service leader, is in a jam. ( https://www.reporterherald.com/2026/02/11/fire-chief-leave-loveland/ ) On January 28, 2026, Timmy was placed on paid administrative leave by the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority Board, citing a “confidential personnel matter.” On February 9, 2026, the Board voted to advance a...Read More
