This microlearning course was recorded at FDIC with experts like Chase Sargent, Scott Thompson, Justin Shorr, and Michael Barakey sharing advice on leadership in the fire and EMS service. In this course, you'll learn about the importance of good leadership and how it can be improved in the fire service. You'll gain valuable insights to help you develop your leadership skills and become a more effective leader. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the top experts in the field!
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 30
In this course, Assistant Chief Doug Cline offers his take on the best ways to train and mentor the new generation of fire service leaders and firefighters. Developing the next generation of fire service leaders is important to ensure the most competent and prepared members are ready to lead the new firefighters of the future. Assistant Chief Cline discussing the goal of developing the next generation, how to develop them, and what is necessary for future development.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 60
The class from Dan Shaw and Doug Mitchell provides detailed information on each step along with a strategic plan to train and hone the skills to execute them on the fireground.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 75 min
Raul Angulo makes drilling more fun, engaging, and educational by presenting a series of firefighting drills not normally found at the academy.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 60 min
Substance abuse causes harm to more people than just the abuser. Are the effects of cannabis different than other controlled substances? What do I need to know about cannabis as it relates to workplace safety? This course teaches workers what substance abuse is and it outlines the costs of substance abuse to employers and co-workers. It also provides facts about commonly abused substances and how to reduce the risks of substance abuse. This course will also discuss the properties of cannabis, its effects, potential consequences of working while impaired and strategies you can use at your workplace to keep everyone safe. This course is ideal for all learners.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 90 min
In this webinar, learners will be introduced to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and its broad applications. It is a well-established therapy, and its use is becoming more widespread. Most tertiary facilities have ECMO programs and capability. EMS personnel could be called on to transport these critically ill patients, and this lecture provides a broad overview. ECMO has been used in the field as a resuscitative adjunct. In the future, it is possible that some centers in the United States may consider this option. In this course, Dr. Misselbeck also provides a provocative look at the potential of this emerging technology for the future.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 60 min
Ricci brings his vast knowledge of fireground tactical considerations and experience to offer insights into the quickest, safest ways of putting out the fire while keeping firefighters safe from the fire's clutches.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 90 min
Ken Bailey looks at the numbers as well as tactics and strategies to which fire departments must pay attention when conducting operations on the roofs of structures.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 60 min
The EMS way tends to be �That is how we have always done it.� This most dangerous statement illustrates to not change anything, do what you are told, and be quiet. Are we still doing things this way and, if so, why? Our world is ever evolving, and things need to change, but that means working out our differences. Let�s talk about the everyday conflict we encounter and make things more "fluid" to let this change take place.
Course Type: Full-Length Course
Course Duration: 60 min
Fires, severe weather, medical emergencies, chemical releases, bomb threats and other hazardous situations can threaten life and limb. Precautions reduce the number of injuries and deaths attributable to these threats. This course will focus on two important aspects of this effort: egress and emergency action plans.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 30 min
This course is a collection of microlearning courses that focus on how EKGs and ECMO may be used in the field. ...
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 30
MYTH – Elderly abuse is becoming less common as the general public becomes more aware. The reality is that statistics of abuse are climbing, and elderly abuse has become an even bigger concern over the past few years. You may have even noticed that geriatric patients make up a large percentage of your calls – up to 40% in many cases. Can you spot the signs of abuse? And once you do, what comes next? Documenting and reporting can seem daunting when you’re worried that it may put you and your judgment under scrutiny as well. We’ll cover these topics and what you can do to make suspected elder abuse reporting a little easier.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 60 min
