iCHIEFS Articles

5 Things I Learned from Dad to Help Grow Volunteer Membership

January 31, 2019

Over the holidays, my dad told me the church he attends is growing. I was surprised because over the past 25 years, membership in American churches has dropped 15%. Sound familiar? In the past 30 years, volunteer firefighters have declined by 12%. read more
Four Simple Skills of an Effective Communicator

January 30, 2019

Effective communication helps us to understand a person or situation and enables us to resolve differences, build trust and respect and create environments where creative ideas, problem solving, affection and caring can flourish. read more
Is the Scene Really Safe?

January 18, 2019

Scene safety involves more than following rules; it’s asking the right questions and making the right decisions. Asking if a scene is safe is not a realistic approach; scenes are inherently not safe. We must ask how we can make the scene safer. read more
President’s Letter: Prolonged Government Shutdown Serves No One

January 18, 2019

As I write, the U.S. federal government shutdown is in its fourth week with no end in sight. The White House and Congress are not negotiating; they're barely speaking to one another. What does this shutdown mean for the fire and emergency service? read more
EMS is Not Nursing!

January 17, 2019

As the debate over requiring a degree for paramedic education heats up, I want to clarify one thing: EMS is not the same as other health fields. Stop comparing EMS to any other form of medicine. read more
Enhancing Human Capital: Harassment in Our Workplace

January 15, 2019

Sexual harassment, one type of abuse, is a prominent and prevalent topic these days, but on-the-job abuse includes all types of bullying and discrimination. read more
Are You Using Your Equity Goggles?

January 4, 2019

At a public-education event, a young Asian boy said to me, “Wow, I didn’t know you could be a firefighter; could I be a firefighter too?” I'll never forget his words; this was the first time he had seen a firefighter who looked like him. read more
IAFC 2019 Budget: Growing To Serve You Better

December 20, 2018

These are exciting times at the IAFC. From our conferences and influence on Capitol Hill to our programs, education and training opportunities and more, the IAFC is positioned to achieve the goals affirmed this year in the IAFC Strategic Direction. read more
Dues Adjustment

December 20, 2018

Chief Dan Eggleston, IAFC president and chairman of the board, and Chief Richard Carrizzo, IAFC treasurer, explain the dues increase for 2019 in this letter to members. read more
President’s Letter: Cohesive Efforts Key to Contain Wildfire Threat

December 19, 2018

California and the nation are still reeling from Butte County’s Camp Fire: 86 people killed; 12 civilians and 5 firefighters injured; 18,804 structures incinerated; billions of dollars in damage. So, what can be done? read more

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