The word “officer” connotes ability, leadership, command, and duty to one’s chosen profession. It says something about the person, but not everything. George Washington, who understood that being a ...

The fireground doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. Textbooks and training scenarios often include a robust command structure with the incident commander (IC) supported by operations, logistics, ...

John Partridge empathizes with frustrated firefighters and officers who encounter rejection after rejection of suggestions for operational and/or organizational changes. His solution: Invest the time ...

Firefighters' lack of familiarity with tools and equipment on their rig and inadequate training are at least partially the fault of company officers who spend an inordinate amount of time in their ...