Learn from Chris Pfaff, Lead Instructor and Owner of PHRT Hazmat & Rescue Instruction (HazmatAndRescue.com), as he'll provide a general awareness on all of the common battery platforms and considerations for firefighting tactics, including: -A brief reminder of why Li-Ion batteries ignite. -Delving into tactics and strategies for structure fires, including post-extinguishment battery handling and …
Join us for an insightful webinar with Mike Wilbur as he delves into the critical aspects of fleet evaluation tailored specifically for fire departments. Whether you're a fire chief, fleet manager, or involved in emergency services, this webinar will provide valuable insights to optimize your fleet's performance and ensure readiness for any emergency. Don't miss …
Firefighters and first responders are known to experience high levels of burnout, but what about those who lead them? Join Will Anderson, a Doctor of Strategic Leadership and retired Fire Chief, as he delves into research examining burnout specifically among fire chiefs. Gain valuable insights into the unique pressures faced by department leadership and learn …
Traveling soon? Ensure a worry-free trip via the travel assistance services through On Call International. This service is provided with Provident's 24-Hour Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy. Whether your department has this policy yet or not, this webinar will guide you through the importance of this valuable benefit and how you can utilize it, providing …
Join Jeff Pauley, Senior Partner and the Fire Group Manager at Pacific Pointe Consulting, Inc., as he'll focus on the often-overlooked dangers present after a fire has been extinguished. While the immediate threats of heat, flames, and smoke are obvious, the post-fire environment poses hidden health and safety hazards. This presentation will provide an overview …
The first 100 days are critical for new Fire Chiefs. This webinar will be a roundtable discussion providing a roadmap for navigating this crucial period. We'll explore building relationships, assessing the department, setting priorities, communicating your vision, and avoiding common pitfalls. Essential for new and aspiring fire chiefs, and anyone interested in fire department leadership. …
A roundtable discussion with a consultant and several Fire Chiefs on mergers and consolidations of emergency service organizations. **All live attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Provident**
This engaging webinar will discuss the most pressing operational challenges facing the fire service today, both on and off the fireground. Topics include firefighting tactics, soft skill leadership, recruitment, the firefighter "blind side," and technological advancements. We will be joined by Chief Frank Leeb who recently retired from the FDNY after more than 31 years …
Join Chief Ed Mann, Director of Training and Education at Provident, as he leads a roundtable discussion on first responder suicide with Abigail Tidwell (Counselor at BHS), Amanda Gilliland, and Joe Bonanno (a FDNY veteran firefighter, fitness trainer/nutritionist, and author). **All live attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Provident**
Learn how US fire departments are adopting EU tools and tactics to have a safe, effective, and water efficient response to electric vehicle (EV) firefighting. Panelists from Cold Cut Systems: Lena Håkansson, Fire Engineer Carl Batchelor, Tactical Firefighting Coordinator Martin Orman, Chief Commercial Officer Cold Cut Systems is the supplier of coldcut™ cobra – a …
Firefighting requires specific physical training for peak performance on the fireground and proper recovery after to reduce physical stress and increase longevity. You'll learn basic anatomy and physiology with job specific training to enhance performance both on the job, at home, and eventually a long, healthy retirement! Presented by Joe Bonanno, a FDNY veteran firefighter, …
Learn from Chris Pfaff, Lead Instructor and Owner of PHRT Hazmat & Rescue Instruction (HazmatAndRescue.com), on why lithium-ion batteries go into runaway, why the electrolyte is hazardous, and why other batteries "aren't" as toxic or dangerous as Li-ion. He’ll also discuss the metals used and how they are consumed in smoke. He’ll wrap up with …