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Navigate the ever-changing world of fire training with Chiefs Shane Bentley and Webster Marshall as they discuss the founding principles of their organization Bearers of the Oath. Tune in as they explore the importance of high-fidelity training and express their commitment to firefighter mental and physical health. WHAT YOU CAN LEARN Prepping Firefighter Recruits How Well Firefighters are Educated on PPE What Comes Between You and the Danger Realistic ...

Join Andy Starnes and Chief Schwalbe as they discuss the best ways to be efficient during fireground search training and how to become a better fire instructor. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN:How to be a better fire instructor The basics of search & rescue training How to utilize data to better your search tactics Ways to train at home Best practices for efficient tool placement Search curriculum ABOUT OUR GUEST:Grant Schwalbe is the Division Chief of...

Understand the importance of modern & realistic firefighter trainings and why the benefits are invaluable with Andy Starnes and Chris Kessinger as they discuss how the industry is bridging the gap between firefighter safety and protecting the environment. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN How realistic training is conducted Why consistent training is critical to a firefighter's job Maintaining a safe work environment Tips to conduct in-department trainings and...

Understand how to reduce exposure risks and the importance of doffing PPE correctly. In this episode, Andy Starnes, Dr. Farzaneh Masoud, and Richard Kesler as this trio dives deep into THL & TPP, how to reduce inflammation and the future of gross decon. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN Effects of exposure within the body and cancer risks How to reduce cross contamination in the fire house Why PPE is helpful and not a hinderance The importance of proper ...

First responders are expected to be calm and level-headed but the stressors faced by those in the fire service can have a cumulative impact on mental health and well-being. Listen in as Andy Starnes and Dena Ali discuss the stigma associated with firefighters seeking help and how peer support resources can be a solution. What You Can Expect To Learn Biggest misconceptions about mental health in firefighters Addressing feelings vs recycling them PTSD &...