The Officer's Club Forum (11)

Volunteer dedication 2 Replies

It seems that since my childhood days, the volunteer system has declined (obviously). What are some of the ideas or program structures that your departments use to recruit volunteers, keep them mot... Continue

Started by Tim. Last reply by Joe Siegert 1 day ago.

Alcohol in the Fire Service 16 Replies

Various mindsets are prominent through the US on this topic, and opinions are strong. Seeing the career and volunteer firefighters alike continue to make poor decisions chosing to particpiate in op... Continue

Started by Sean Crotty. Last reply by Capt 723 May 1.

Dealing with a FF working three jobs. 3 Replies

Have any of you guys ever had to deal with someone that is obviously working too many part time jobs? There was a time when our department had a policy against working the 12 hours before your shi... Continue

Started by Marc Allen. Last reply by Lt.leatherhead Apr 26.

What happened to the desire to train? 19 Replies

When I first got into this business it seems like evryone around wanted to train. Now days I can only get a handful of people interested in getting more proficient at their chosen profession. It is... Continue

Started by Andrew. Last reply by Tom Apr 20.

Handling Complaints... 19 Replies

To all of my line officers... engine... ladder... ems... etc - this one is for you. How do you go about handling "complaints" about firefighters? For instance, a firefighter comes up to you, and m... Continue

Started by LadyChaplain. Last reply by Tom Apr 20.

Lack of Respect 10 Replies

I am the Medical Officer, in charge of the entire medical side of my volunteer dept. I also hold a few other high ranking positions. My problem is, how do you deal with men that refuse to deal with... Continue

Started by Donna aka McGuyver. Last reply by T Mar 22.

advise for new cheifs 5 Replies

Hi all I am a newly elected chief in my department . We are a small town volunteer fire and rescue dpt. 2007 we had 41 total calls that included all medicals and fires and car accidents. What i wou... Continue

Started by Adam. Last reply by capt4021 Mar 13.

Color of helmets 7 Replies

There is a big controversy brewing in my department. As it is right now I company officer position titles are Sergeant and Captain. Every station has a station Captain on one shift, the two other s... Continue

Started by Andrew Mar 10

NFPA 1710 & 1720 1 Reply

How is NFPA 1710 & 1720 working for you? Do your elected officials care or are they ignoring it. I think we are gaining some ground in our area, all be it slowly & painfully. Tell me what y... Continue

Tagged: service, nfpa, 1710, management, 1720

Started by Andrew Dec. 20, 2007

Interior firefighters and facial hair 10 Replies

SCBA's, Facial hair and company policies. I understand that OSHA requirements are as such, but how does everyone handle it within their companies and personel. What if any, actions are taken if mem... Continue

Started by Dave, NB 9 - 1 Dec. 12, 2007