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How Instructors Can Help First Responders Improve Care for People Living with Disabilities
One in 4 Americans between the ages of 18 and 44 with disabilities do not have a designated health care provider. First responders and EMS professionals end up bearing the brunt of care. -
Ohio Train Derailment Draws National Attention to the Challenges of Hazmat Emergency Response
On-scene response operations at hazmat emergencies must be based on a structured and standardized system of protocols and procedures. Learn the Eight-Step Process. -
5 Themes in Fire Training to Explore at the FDIC Conference
Public Safety Group has combed through the agenda to pick out the key themes to explore at the largest firefighter conference of the year. -
Here’s What Matters Most in Firefighter Training According to ChatGPT
Can the popular AI chatbot influence the way firefighters are trained? You be the judge. -
‘EMS Professionals Are Not Robots’ — An Interview with an EMT-Turned-Therapist on the Importance of Teaching Mental Health
Therapist Kelly Lynch discusses the need to address this critical topic through further investment, more resources and culture change. -
The Case for Better Geriatric Patient Care Training for EMTs and Paramedics
Geriatric patients rely more heavily on emergency medical services than any other demographic, yet geriatric care is not emphasized in training. Should it be? -
How to Succeed as a First-Time EMS Instructor
Instructing EMS students for the first time can be incredibly rewarding, but it comes with challenges. By taking a few easy steps, first-timers can get materials they need, build confidence and be ready to teach the EMTs and paramedics of tomorrow. -
Author’s Opinion: Leadership Must Embrace Major Changes in the Fire Service for the Good of Its Future
Randy R. Bruegman, a 40-year veteran of the fire service, says leadership needs to be open to major changes including re-thinking shift work to broadening testing to become more inclusive. -
Get Quick Access to Navigate Support Videos and Documents
Need help accessing Navigate or using any particular tools and resources? Use this page to quickly find links to dozens of training videos and documents – organized by student topics, instructor topics, and login-related topics. -
The Mental Health Toll Associated with Christmas Tree Fires: How to Train Your Staff, Students and the Community
Each year, firefighters in the United States respond to approximately 200 Christmas tree fires—with an estimated one in 52 of these fires resulting in death. These calls take can take a particularly excruciating toll.
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Customer Spotlight Q&A: How Hillsborough Community College Fire Academy Integrated Online Learning Into Its Program
Kevin Reed, Program Manager for the Fire Academy at Hillsborough Community College, discusses his success using the Fundamentals of Fire Firefighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response textbook and Navigate LMS to help his students transition to a hybrid of online and in-person learning during and after the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic.Full story
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Ask the Experts: Rope Rescue with Loui McCurley
In this video, Loui McCurley, the author of Rope Rescue: Principles and Practice, Fifth Edition, goes into her background, what she feels are the most important topics covered in the Fifth Edition, and what she's looking forward to adding in the next edition of the textbook.Full story
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Xylazine and Fentanyl: Why This New Street Drug Combination is Keeping First Responders Up at Night
Communities are increasingly becoming aware of "tranq" a new, dangerous combination of drugs. This is what it is, and why EMS professionals need to be aware of its presence.Full story
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How to Enhance Your Classroom with the Competency Tracker 2022
Are you providing your students with the latest materials for success? Take a look at some of the most important features in Fisdap's all-new Competency Tracker.Full story
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Here’s How to Find the Time for Your EMS Recertification
Most states require EMS professionals to renew their recertification every two years. Use these tips to make a plan and get recertified.Full story
