Excepts from our course 5 Dimensional Leadership and will be a multi-part series- I have had a fair bit of conversations with folks about leadership – ranging from fire service, search and rescue, public business working with the government and government working with the private sector and to say the atmosphere of what is and isn’t …
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When public safety is at stake, the government must provide adequate funding for emergency services such as fire departments. Unfortunately, when money is scarce and other projects are given priority over necessary emergency services, the consequences can be dire. In this blog post, we will explore how the public would respond to a situation where …
Fire departments and search and rescue teams rely heavily on the training and skills of their personnel to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. Unfortunately, during economic downturns, these organizations may need to reduce staffing to stay within their budget. This can lead to longer response times and an increased risk of injury or death. …
When economic downturns hit the United States, it can have far-reaching consequences on how public safety services, such as fire departments and search and rescue, are able to continue operating. While many state and local budgets attempt to protect these essential services from budget cuts during times of recession, there can often be reduced funding …
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A systematic approach to rescue equipment selection, care and maintenance can help rescue teams be more effective in their work. By understanding the capabilities and limitations of different types of rescue equipment, rescue teams can choose the right tools for the job at hand. Additionally, proper care and maintenance of rescue equipment can prolong its …
“One of the attributes we have as Image Bearers is Intelligence… and we are designed for adaptation.” As God’s Image Bearers, humans have been gifted with an incredible ability to think and problem-solve. Our intelligence is what gives us the capacity to adapt to whatever life throws our way. This significance of human intelligence has …
“Sometimes the greatest scientific breakthroughs happen because someone ignores the prevailing pessimism.” -Ness Carey, British Biologist Stress can manifest in several ways, from physical signs like headaches and fatigue to emotional symptoms such as irritability and anxiety. Living within The GAP is no exception; it demands that you push yourself beyond your comfort zone – …
Technical rope rescue is an essential skill for fire departments and search and rescue teams. It requires specialized knowledge, tools, and techniques to safely perform a variety of high-risk operations in difficult environments. With the right training and equipment, technical rope rescuers can save lives when all other options have failed. But what are the …
From Last Week Let’s clear one thing up first before moving on… Yes, there are missions and objectives that are binary – Think military! There are systems that must be developed and built in sequence in order to function – Think engineering! There are many other examples… However, these are intrinsically separate from that of …
The following is inferred from the book The GAP and the GAIN by Dan Sullivan The context is human development, not algorithmic outcomes. The question as to where measure success has been around for thousands of years. The topic could be about personal development or team development. How about some topics for success? How to …
