As instructors, we are always looking ahead and most of us are currently planning for the next calendar year's training cycle. Occasionally instructors are tasked with developing and implementing a training program department wide. While developing the topic and determining the training...
Passion When I first started as an instructor for our department, I was underqualified, with very little experience, and not very confident in my skill set. However, I had passion. I had passion for the fire service. I had passion for firefighters. Most importantly I had passion for the job....
Article by: Michael A. Wieder One common fall, winter, and spring nemesis that faces firefighters in many parts of the United States and virtually all of Canada, is the chimney or flue fire. The terms "chimney" and "flue" tend to be used interchangeably in many jurisdictions; however, they...
In the realm of carpentry and craftsmanship, the adage "measure twice, cut once" serves as a guiding principle, emphasizing the importance of precision and careful planning before executing a task. While traditionally associated with woodworking, this mantra holds profound relevance in various...