As a firefighter, I have the privilege of serving my community and being someone that residents can depend upon. But, a firefighter’s role means a lot more than just putting out fires.  So,...

Many aspiring firefighters are surprised to learn that fire departments handle a lot of EMS calls.  This begs the questions, what is the difference between ALS vs. BLS and why is that...

Fitness is essential for firefighters. This leads a lot of aspiring firefighters to ask what the best workouts for firefighters are.   Truthfully, the only way to ensure that we stay fit...

If you’ve ever been part of a rescue you’ve undoubtedly encountered a Z-drag.  But, this begs the obvious question of what is a Z-drag and how does it work? Firefighters get a lot of...

Tower rescue is a very unique and dangerous type of rope rescue.  The role of a firefighter varies depending on your department and location, and you never know what your next job will entail....

Some rookies that join the fire service may underestimate the value of rope rescue skills they will use on the job. There are all kinds of situations where you will find that familiarity with rescue...