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How Peer Support Canines Are Improving Mental Health at the Fire Station
Dogs are increasingly being pressed into action in a behavioral health capacity at fire houses. Learn how paramedic and firefighter Wade Munson met Pax, and how he has developed a behavioral health program at the Orange County (CA) Fire Authority. -
Creating Realistic Pediatric Emergency Simulations: Best Practices for EMS Training
Jennifer Anders, MD, FAAP, outlines her best practices for conducting realistic pediatric emergency simulations to enhance EMS training and improve patient outcomes. -
Are You Prepared for Disease Outbreaks in Your Community?
Is your department ready for an outbreak? Discover how strategic planning, community collaboration, and proactive measures can enhance your preparedness. -
The Scene is Never Safe: How Situational Awareness Can Be a First Responder’s Most Important Skill
Ensuring scene safety is a dynamic process requiring constant reassessment. Learn how to incorporate this critical skill in your teaching. -
Speaker Lineup at the 2025 EMS World Expo
The EMS World Expo will be held from October 20-24, 2025. Public Safety Group is proud to have several affiliated speakers at this year’s event. -
Highway Scene Safety 101: Training and Best Practices for EMS & Firefighters
Regardless of the season, it is always important for fire and EMS personnel to review their safety training protocol for responding to highway incidents. -
Considerations for Instructors: How to Fight a High-Rise Building Fire
The height of high-rise buildings put fires beyond the reach of routine ground-based operations and deprive the fire department of using exterior ground ladders for rescues and firefighting, even with aerial apparatus. Read on to learn how best to fight a fire in a high-rise building. -
Preparing First Responders (and Their Families) for a Busy Hurricane Season
There are a few important steps all first responders can take when preparing for hurricane season. Expert Bob Elling explains how to teach your staff how to prep. -
The Importance of Teaching Autism Awareness to EMTs and Paramedics
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is on the rise. Teaching EMTs and Paramedics how to care for people with ASD is now critical. -
The Evolution of Tourniquet Use in Trauma Care
Public Safety Group sat down with Navy Captain (Ret.) Dr. Frank Butler to discuss the development of tourniquet use in casualty resuscitation in military and civilian settings.
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Customer Spotlight Q&A: Jason Marquez, EMT-P President and CEO, First Response Training Group Orlando, Florida
Jason Marquez, EMT-P, President and CEO, First Response Training Group Orlando, Florida, talks about his experience using the Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, Twelfth Edition and Nancy Caroline’s Emergency Care in the Streets, Ninth Edition.Full story
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ECSI Tutorial Series (3): How to Create and Submit a Course Roster
Hey there, ECSI Education Center coordinators and instructors! Do you know how to issue your course completion cards? Let's find out!Full story
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Fisdap Instructor Tutorial: How do I view which preceptors have completed the training?
To see a list of who's completed the training, go to the orange Reports tab and click on the Accreditation link.Full story
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Medical Director Discusses the Importance of Evidence-Based Content for EMS Recertification
Evidence-based medicine uses the scientific method to organize and apply current data to improve health care decisions. Despite its ubiquitous usage in health care, it is relatively new to prehospital care. Is it time for a change?Full story