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Teaching Decision Making to Firefighters
In a recent class, I engaged in a discussion with an officer who took exception with my recommendation that firefighters should be taught how to
A Near-Miss While Responding – The Brian Collins Story (Episode 286)
In this episode, Brentwood Battalion Chief Brian Collins shares a story about how he almost died when the door on the apparatus he was riding
The Challenge of Disengagement
Why is it so hard to let go of a decision or an action once we have committed ourselves to it? As I think back
Coffee Talk with Carl Potter from The Safety Institute (Episode 285)
In this episode, I am interviewed on the Coffee Talk Show with Carl Potter, founder of The Safety Institute. The Safety Institute is a resource
Using the Simulation Environment to Improve Situational Awareness
Many first responder training programs use simulation in the development of decision-making competencies. Simulation exercises help develop skills in setting strategy and tactics, in applying
Mindset of Aggressiveness – Chris Tobin Interview (Episode 284)
In this episode, I interview Firefighter Chris Tobin as we discuss the need to have a mindset of aggressiveness. Length: 51 minutes Click the YouTube