Tomorrow - Friday July 23rd, 2021 - 09:00 -17:00 ...is the Lieutenant Nathan Flynn Fireground Leadership Training Program While some of you may be joining us in person this year, we unfortunately can't have everyone on site in Maryland. The 3rd Annual Lt Nathan Flynn … [Read more...]
Every Fire Chief has things they "want" to happen/or not happen...but yet, bad stuff still happens. On the fireground. In the fire station. Unfortunately members acting like jackasses..."bullying" has become a behavior in some firehouses-even if the Fire Chief says "don't … [Read more...]
All, The word "bully" appears in more places than ever these days-and in my opinion, can be confusing. What I mean is, where is the line between being a firm fire officer and being a bully? What about "game playing" or having "firehouse fun" vs actions that could cause serious … [Read more...]
Below is a link to a number of no cost-no excuses weekly fire department basic company drills. As always, make sure that these - or any related suggested drill or training - are authorized and fall within the policies and operating guidelines of your own department, as well as … [Read more...]
The following document has been sent on behalf of the FDNY Fire Academy. This morning FDNY units responded to a worker whose arm became trapped in a meat grinder. A Tips from Training bulletin has been created to discuss strategies and tactics for this type of emergency. … [Read more...]
Take a moment and watch the below clips, especially #3, after reading the following information. Please. For whatever reason, there doesn't appear to be much concern for the downed power lines. Even with the noise and sparking... SIZE UP & THINK: Don't get so narrowly … [Read more...]
If you've been a member of The Secret List for any length of time, you know we are strong supporters of fire and related 911 dispatchers. We have also been pretty vocal that without livable salaries, humane working hours, strong initial and on-going training, a disciplined … [Read more...]
I wouldn't waste your time if this opportunity wasn't worth your time. Seriously: I'm not sure I have seen this many no-nonsense top shelf quality fire service speakers-for free-in one event. FOR FREE. From FDNY's Acting Chief of Department Tom Richardson....To … [Read more...]
Since it is International Firefighters Day/Week, I want to share an opportunity I had last week. Through the kindness of the NFFF, I had a chance to speak with 3 "International" Fire Chiefs. Links are below-I hope you enjoy hearing their stories as much as I had talking with … [Read more...]
International firefighters day is today - so click on the below link - the FDNY MOAD drill is featured in the 1st educational video series... MOAD = Mother Of All Drills! Firefighters and friends of the Leary Firefighters Foundation across the country can watch and learn as … [Read more...]