Synopsis
Welcome to the Fair Reach Forum. A firefighting podcast to inspire discussion.
Episodes
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A Firefighter’s Guide to Fire Service Politics
01/03/2020 Duration: 12minLearn to employ smart political tactics while working toward the greater good Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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From Meaningful to Mundane: The Importance of Firefighter Conversations
01/02/2020 Duration: 07minFire officer tips for effective communication with firefighters at the station. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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4 Roles of a Great Company Fire Officer
19/01/2020 Duration: 07minSo you want to be a fire officer; here are the four key roles you will need to play. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Best Practices for Preplanning Special Events
08/12/2019 Duration: 09minReviewing the safety considerations, interagency planning and preplanning tools to aid firefighters. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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A firefighter’s Guide to Radiation and Response
01/12/2019 Duration: 08minHazmat training should include the four types of radiation, and how time, distance and shielding can protect firefighters from exposure. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Social Media Landmines: Protecting Firefighters from Themselves
16/11/2019 Duration: 05minEven fire service content shared from private accounts can spread far beyond its intended audience. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Announcing Boot Basics the book
13/11/2019 Duration: 50sWe are proud to announce the release of a new book by Jim Spell - Boot Basics - A Firefighter's Guide to the Service. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Also available as part of Kindle Unlimited. Boot Basics is a concise, general explanation of what a firefighter needs to know to begin a lifelong career in the fire service. Boot Basics provides the all-important overview of the fire service… allowing you to acclimate to the demands and rigors of the profession. Chapter by chapter, quiz and answers, Boot Basics gets you to where you want to go. Amazon Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1703423100/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=boot+basics+firefighting&qid=1573340143&sr=8-2 Amazon Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08142H9C6/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
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A Firefighter’s Guide to UAS Certification
01/11/2019 Duration: 10minNew Federal Aviation Administration guidelines announced for fire departments
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10 Keys to Electrical Fires and Emergencies
01/10/2019 Duration: 10minWhat firefighters need to know about mitigating electrical emergencies.
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Reflecting on 9/11 and the Superhero First Responder
09/09/2019 Duration: 07minIn the years since Sept. 11, 2001, firefighters have been elevated in TV shows, movies and advertising as modern heroes.
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Sign of Low Firefighter Morale
01/09/2019 Duration: 09minDecreasing productivity, lack of participation, bullying as humor and a loss of confidence are the first signs of low firefighter morale in your firehouse.
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How to Succeed as a Firefighter
01/08/2019 Duration: 09minA sense of responsibility, being trustworthy and having a positive attitude are three step you need to succeed in your career and in your personal life.
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A firefighter's Guide to the Two-Way Portable Radio
23/07/2019 Duration: 08minFirefighters must learn to use the two-way portable two-way radio. If there is ever a moment of equality in the fire service, it is when the microphone of a two-way radio is keyed.
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The Challenges of a Railroad Disaster
10/07/2019 Duration: 09minRailway disasters are growing more frequent and more severe. They can happen in any community and firefighters must know how to respond safely and effectively. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Fire Service Lessons for a Successful Retirement
09/07/2019 Duration: 05minLearning to apply fire service lessons to retirement is a formula for success. From active firefighter to engaged civilian, it is time to reflect and move forward. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Post Incident Analysis
08/07/2019 Duration: 06minWhether you are starting your career as a firefighter or a seasoned officer, getting the most out of an incident critique makes you and your department better. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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PTSD Part Two - Treatments
07/06/2019 Duration: 10minHere are the primary treatments currently being used to treat firefighter experiencing Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Acronyms for the various therapies: CBT-Cognitive Behavior Therapy, ET-Exposure Therapy, CR-Cognitive Restructuring, PE-Prolonged Exposure Therapy, CPT-Cognitive Processing Therapy, EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, SIT-Stress Inoculation Training, PCT-Present Centered Therapy Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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PTSD Part One - Symptoms
07/06/2019 Duration: 08minFirefighters need to recognize and understand the symptoms of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder as it relates to our profession. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Tunnel Vision
24/04/2019 Duration: 06minTunnel vision can put you and your crew at risk. Learning what it is and how to minimize it is critical to all firefighters. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com
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Generational Change in the Fire Service
22/04/2019 Duration: 08minThere is a real need to understand and accept the generational change happening in the fire service. Read this article where it first appeared on firerescue1.com