Listen in as Chief Josh Waldo discusses his path to becoming Chief of Bozeman and President of the IFC, the importance of the volunteer fire service, and the challenges and opportunities facing the fire service, including wildfires and technology adoption. He emphasizes the need for collaboration and a unified voice in addressing these issues. He also highlights the significance of data-informed decision making and the impact of the NARIS reporting system. Chief Waldo shares his excitement for upcoming conferences and his commitment to making incremental improvements every day.
Takeaways
- The volunteer fire service is a critical and unique part of the fire service, with almost 70% of firefighters in the country being volunteers.
- Collaboration and a unified voice are essential in addressing the challenges and opportunities facing the fire service, such as wildfires and technology adoption.
- Data-informed decision making is crucial, using data as a tool to inform human decision making and considering contextual factors.
- The NARIS reporting system is a game-changer for the fire service, providing real-time data and insights to help identify risks, tell the fire service's story, and facilitate collaboration.
- Chief Waldo is excited about upcoming conferences, such as the VCOS conference and the Technology Summit International, and is committed to making incremental improvements every day.