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🚨📣 Thoughts on this one.....
We all look back and think 'that manager did things I would do and I want to be that type of leader' and in the same breath we have ones we look at and think 'that managers ways I wouldn't use and I dont feel they are a good leader'.
What does a good leading look like to you?
🚨📣 Lancashire IFE CPD 6 of 6 Closing Round Table Discussion
This mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
🚨📣 Lancashire IFE CPD 5 of 6 Knowing the spread with John McDonough
This mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
🚨📣 Lancashire IFE CPD 4 of 6 Three kinds of fire with Karel Lambert
This mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
🚨📣 Lancashire IFE CPD 3 of 6 Rules for Leadership with Karel Lambert
This mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
Lancashire IFE CPD 2 of 6 the Non Negotiables with John McDonough
his mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
John McDonough First came on the podcast back in episode #113 and Karel Lambert is also a previous guest from episode #163. Be sure to check out their full episodes as well
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
🚨📣 Lancashire IFE CPD 2 of 6 the Non Negotiables with John McDonough
his mini series of 6 episodes comes from an event attended by the podcast in 2024 hosted by Lancashire Fire & Rescue and it was an IFE CPD event focussed on Structural firefighting & Tactical Ventilation lead by John McDonough & Karel Lambert. Both well respected international fire behaviour instructors.
John McDonough First came on the podcast back in episode #113 and Karel Lambert is also a previous guest from episode #163. Be sure to check out their full episodes as well
You can download FREE RESOURCES & PRESENTATIONS from our PATREON site in the bio link
Its International Firefighters' Day folks.....or is it st florians day 🤔
What's the difference ?
Why both ?
For anyone new to the job this day is overall meant to honor the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure the safety of people and property around the world.
International Firefighters' Day was established in 1999 after a proposal was made by the International Association of Fire Fighters to honor the firefighters who lost their lives in a wildfire in Australia.
However it also stretches back much further as today is also recognised as St. Florian's Day (basically the same thing) aswell
St. Florian is the patron saint of firefighters and is considered to be one of the most popular saints among firefighters worldwide. He was a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and was martyred for his faith during the reign of Emperor Diocletian. St. Florian is often depicted holding a bucket of water or a hose, and he is invoked by firefighters to protect them from harm while they carry out their duties.
St. Florian's Day is primarily a religious observance that honors St. Florian, the patron saint of firefighters, and is celebrated by many firefighters and communities around the world who have a strong connection to the Catholic Church. On the other hand, International Firefighters' Day is a secular observance that was established to recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by firefighters of all faiths and backgrounds, and to promote fire safety awareness globally.
We arent religious at the podcast however no matter your religious beliefs please take time to recognise and appreciate the incredible work and sacrifice of those working in the emergency services. It can be a very tough profession at times whilst also offering moments of unrivalled fulfillment and purpose
Stay safe out there brother's and sisters and thankyou for all you do
All good leaders are readers
But we also like to focus on the hugly publicised skill of all good communicators...being s good listener
Id read from time to time but its not my preferred methos of absorbing knoledge. In contrast, listening to audiobooks or podcasts for me I find offers a more immersive experience, allowing you to focus on the content without the distractions of visual processing.
I often get asked for a "Reading list" and it's coming promise
In the meantime here is a list of the bolls iv listened to over the last few weeks
Weighed Down
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This hits hard for UK firefighters when I travel round services and Brigades and see the often chronically slow fear based approach to search procedures
I acknowledge the fear and the lives lost in incidents in not too distant memory but there is a recalibration that needs to be made I feel.
Seeing firefighters navigate 2 or three small compartments, fearing they have hit their turnaround and having not achieved a great deal of even left the ground floor of a small premises is difficult to watch
What's your thoughts?
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FIRE GROUND RULES:
1 - If you're not sure what to do, that isn't a problem, but pretending is.
2 - If you're not sure what to do, you aren't a burden. Just listen to those who do
3 - If you're not sure what to do but you're the most senior rank on the fire ground, then see rules 1 & 2
The 2024 TOUGHEST FIREFIGHTER ALIVE ARAMCO CHALLENGE results
317 athletes
29 countries
1 common belief = "All are born equal, then some become firefighters"
Incredibly proud to see 3 UK athletes make the top 18
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ARAMCO 2024 - SAUDI ARABIA- Overall Leader board Finish for the 13 floor full gear & SCBA stairrun challenge
Over the next couple of days the podcast team along with a group of great people, will make up the UK team travelling to Saudi.
We will be taking part in the Aramco 2024 Firefighter Challenge.
The week long Challenge involves;
The toughest firefighter alive
The toughest firefighter alive relay
The stair climb
The firehouse cook off
The fire truck pull
It is an amazing opportunity, one that the whole team are over the moon to be lucky enough to be a part of.
Once the link to stream the Challenge is received, it will be shared on here for you all to jump on and follow us throughout the week.
The app in the pictures above allows you to see what challenges are happening on what days.
The team will also be sharing their Challenge journey on their own social platforms,
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BREAKING NEWS 📰 Tourists are among 14 people missing and feared dead in Valencia apartment block inferno in addition to four victims known to have died
Crews have been unable to enter the twin multi-storey towers that form part of the building since the devastating blaze broke out just before 5.30pm yesterday and tore through inflammable cladding blamed along with high winds for its rapid spread.
Firefighters have admitted they do not expect to find anyone trapped by the flames inside the building alive, raising fears the final death toll could be over 18.
Mayoress Jose Catala said: 'At the moment we know there are 14 people who are unaccounted for but we know that process is variable and there are people who are foreigners who were spending a few days in Valencia and that can make things more complicated.
'Until we can enter the building, we won't know the true situation.'
(Information taken from the Mail Online)
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World Cancer Day was first observed on February 4, 2000, at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium In Paris.
World Cancer Day is observed on February 4 every year. The day aims to promote awareness about cancer.
The Pink Firefighters is made up of amazing individuals who aim to create awareness and work together against breast cancer.
We are so happy to announce that our very own from the Podcast team, Sarah has officially become one of the UK Pink Firefighters.
The Pink Firefighters are about raising awareness and working together against breast cancer.
Sarah along with other members of the Pink Firefighters team will be travelling to Saudi next month to compete in the 'Feel the burn' challenge along with the Welsh and British fire challenge later on in the year.
Sarah is over the moon to be on board and looks forward to the year ahead as a new member of such an amazing team.
More content added to our PATREON ARCHIVES today
Including a powerful debrief:
On Wednesday, August 2, 1978, six New York City fire fighters died while fighting a fire at Waldbaum Supermarket at 2892 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, New York. The fire fighters died of burns received when the roof of the supermarket they were working on collapsed without warning.
At the time of roof collapse, there were approximately 24 operating personnel of the New York City Fire Department on the roof.
This incident claimed the lives of six firefighters:
Lt. James E. Cutillo, Battalion 33 (working in Ladder 156)
Firefighter Charles S. Bouton, Ladder 156
Probationary Firefighter William O’Connor, Ladder 156
Firefighter James P. McManus, Ladder 153
Firefighter George Rice, Ladder 153
Firefighter Harold F. Hastings, Battalion 42
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Sitting with a friend on new years day we both spoke about things coming up in 2024
When it was my turn, I was like a school kid as we spoke about things me and the podcast is being invited to
Then he laughed & asked how I built up the courage to start the podcast. He remembers back when i started it and said he wished he had started something he was equally passionate about or even wishes he'd start now
IMPORTANT NOTE: this guy is was smarter than me, earns more and smashed school and academia and has become a respected professional in his field
But he dreads work, and because he is now so "important" he has to be there alot to lead it
We spoke about stuff he was passionate about and he shrugged along mildly suggestive about playing about with sonething
But most people won't
And if maybe you started a new hobbie, habit or "passion" at new years the research shows that 23% of people quit their resolution by the end of the first week, and 43% quit by the end of January.
There is a reason weird passionate people are so happy
It's because it's an inside job
Striving to be the same as others and "fit in" is a trick the world sells you on
It can't you make you happy, only you can do that....yeh yeh overused BS I know
But back to the point there is something uniquely you that only you could and would do. Maybe others do similar but not in your certain way that only you could think of doing it.
That a backdoor into some of your HAPPY
It gets you into the section marked "child playing in sandpit happiness"
Because doing your thing noone else has ever done is messy, confusing, frustrating and so God damn fulfilling
In short i hope my friend starts playing in the sandpit more
And I hope you do too
Never stop being curious !!!
We are never beyond learning and growing
For 2024 committ to Looking beyond the boundaries of your current service and there is always lessons to be learnt and different interpretations of some fundamentals
And for many of us these fundamentals were never even covered
10 points if you can name the document these came from ?
📢 10k a day
So Dean has joined the in his quest to row 10km a day for a whole year. He is now on day 346/365. He rowed the full 10km in the Pink Firefighter tunic and leggings and also the Haix boots to give him a lift in his amazing challenging raising money for the UK based breast cancer charity Breast Cancer Now. So far he has raised over £4000.
Head over to his page and help support him.
“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.”
🧠📝 Expand your language
Do you see expanding your language as an area for development?
There is always another way to say something.
We should seek to understand and seek to be understood.
📢🔥 2023 November Competition 🔥📢
Here we go again with a whole bunch of giveaways for our lovely listener 🥳
Good luck everyone
1️⃣ The first winner drawn will WIN a pair of HAIX Xventure boots - For your leisure adventures without compromise.
2️⃣ From new partner Gr***de - Two boxes of Gr***de protein bars. High protein, low sugar.
3️⃣ A set of Personalised Embroidered KITTAGS from KitTags
4️⃣ A Personalised BA TALLY from our partner TALLYMAN
5️⃣ A band new design Firefighter Podcast CHALLENGE COIN from new partner CHALLENGE COINS UK
To win you need to do 3 simple things:
➡️ Tag a fellow member of the emergency services in the comments below. UNLIMITED ENTRIES ALLOWED
➡️ Follow The Firefighter Podcast page
➡️ WINNER must be a follower of The Firefighters Podcast at the time of DRAW taking place or a redraw will be done
The winner will be drawn at the end of the month
GOOD LUCK 🙂
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Responding to a chimney fire – Case Study
On March 28th 1994 around 19hrs36 the fire department of New York is responding to a chimney fire in Watts Street 62. At arrival heavy smoke is coming out of the chimney. The chimney fire runs out of control and three firefighters are killed. In this article we look at a unique case of backdraft. Unique because of the backdraft itself but also because it is so well documented
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🧠📝 You must never disagree.
We have all had those conversations that feel they are getting us nowhere, we don't feel heard or we don't allow others to feel heard.
If you want to keep someone receptive to you and what you are saying, don't start your response with a statement of disagreement.
Start a response with what you agree on and what you have in common, parts you understand.
The key to changing someone's mind is finding a shared belief/motive.
'You must never disagree'is a critical skill for effective communication.
Listen first so a person feels heard.
How many of us do this?
It is so easy to compare ourself to others, focusing on what they are achieving and how far they have come.
What we should be doing is focusing on the progress we ourselves have made and how well we are doing.
Comparing ourselves to others can have many negative effects;
1. Low self-esteem: Constant comparisons can lead to feelings of inadequacy and lower self-esteem if we perceive ourselves as falling short in some way.
2. Anxiety and stress: Constantly measuring up to others can cause anxiety and stress.
3. Jealousy and envy: Comparisons can breed jealousy and envy, leading to resentment towards those we see as more successful or fortunate.
4. Reduced motivation: Paradoxically, constant comparisons can reduce motivation. If we believe we can never match up to others, we may give up on our goals.
So..... instead, let's work on comparing ourselves to who we were yesterday and start promoting a healthier and more fulfilling approach to our personal development and well-being.
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This is so true..... You are the hero of your story. You are the hero of so many peoples stories. We all have something to offer, we may not see it ourselves but others do. Have that self belief 😊 Happy Wednesday 🙂 #self-belief #belief #podcast #firefighters #fireservice
📢 New podcast episode #254 Culture, Emotional Intelligence & the Privilege of being a firefighter with Chief Fire Officer Kathryn Billing 🎙NEW EPISODE LIVE MONDAY🎙 Chief Fire Officer Kathryn Billing joins us on the podcast we discussed her passion for the job after working her way all the way up from joining the retained/on-call. we also discuss culture, emotional intelligence within services and why despite all our challenges its still such a privilege to join any Fire and Rescue Service in the UK. Our New Episode's come out every Monday. The Firefighters podcast is available on all podcast platforms, Spotify, apple podcasts & including YouTube. Follow the link in our bio to your preferred platform. The podcast is brought to you in proud partnership with GORE-TEX Professional Oli Willson HAIX Group Grenade Ripinto_apparel If you want to find out more about the podcast, being a guest on the podcast & how to partner with us then be sure to reach out #firefightersafety #testyoursmokealarm #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE #ripinto #fireservice
📢 New podcast episode #251 Truth, Culture & Getting to the Heart of the Problem with Shaun Keep & Paul Adams from SAY SO Shaun & Paul come from a background is complex investigations, standards checking, codes of practice compliance and quality assurance. They have experience of taking witness statements and conducting interviews to criminal law standards (the highest legal standard of proof 'beyond reasonable doubt'). In particular, they have significant experience of managing sensitive information (up to level of Top Secret) including associated security measures. Say so launched in 2017 to make a difference in organisations including Fire & Rescue, Police, NHS & care sector to make workplaces safer and better and to create the best possible workplace culture. The firefighters podcast, designed to develop, inspire and motivate. The podcast is brought to you in proud partnership with @goretexeu @haix_global @ripinto_apparel @grenade If you want to find out more about the podcast & how to partner with us then you can jump over to your preferred platform or check out our website using the link in our bio #firefightersafety #testyoursmokealarm #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE9 #grenade #ripinto #haix
The firefighters podcast, designed to develop, inspire and motivate. The podcast is brought to you in proud partnership with @goretexeu @haix_global If you want to find out more about the podcast & how to partner with us then you can jump over to your preferred platform or check out our website using the link in our bio #firefightersafety #testyoursmokealarm #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE9
📢 New Merchandise teaser!!! With a week to go until the British Firefighter Challenge 2023, Sarah our Merchandise lead has been working hard behind the scenes to bring you the new Apparel range 🥳🙌 and she is super excited. Even more exciting news.... a small selection of the first batch will be at the BFC on Sunday and you guys will get the chance to have and look and also pre-order 🎉 Aswell as the new Apparel range making its debut the podcast velcro patches, coins and Tallys will also be at the event. It's going to be a great weekend and we are super excited. Can't wait to see you all, have a great week 🙂
#242 Be Seen, Be Saved - Reflective & Phosphorescent Technology with Luke Evdemon from Viz Reflective How much do you know about High Visibility ? Do you know what you could be wearing to keep you safe and ensure you get seen & found when perhaps your life depends on it. Luke Evdemon talk to us about Reflective & Phosphorescent Technology and his work as part of Viz Reflectives. Viz Reflectives are Innovators and experts in reflective and phosphorescent technology. The firefighters podcast, designed to develop, inspire and motivate. The podcast is brought to you in proud partnership with @goretexeu @haix_global If you want to find out more about the podcast & how to partner with us then you can jump over to your preferred platform or check out our website using the link in our bio #firefightersafety #testyoursmokealarm #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE9
📢 New podcast episode - 237 From recruit to Instructor with Sarah Bromley Sarah is an operational Crew Manager in the UK Fire & Rescue and passionate advocate of developing great firefighters with a solid grasp on firstly the fundamentals then becoming a subject matter aspect in the art of firefighting. She is currently based in the training department Instructing on Breathing Apparatus, Fire Behaviour & many other skills with all firefighters from new recruits up to long serving firefighters. Sarah is also now a member of The Firefighting podcast team supporting on all things Merchandise, Media & Culture. She came onboard recenty adding to the growing team on the podcast. If people want to find Sarah aside of on the FFPC platform; Instagram - team_shoulders87 Enjoy and stay safe The firefighters podcast - created by firefighters, for firefighters 🚒 The podcast is brought to you in proud partnership with @goretexeu @haix_global If you want to find out more about the podcast & how to partner with us then you can jump over to your preferred platform or check out our website using the link in our bio #firefightersafety #testyoursmokealarm #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE9
#229 Tim Rushmere was a soldier in the British army before starting his company GENESIS who support companies and organisations with Bite size, effective mental health training & support. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX North America "The Firefighters Podcast" #mentalhealth #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#229 Tim Rushmere was a soldier in the British army before starting his company GENESIS who support companies and organisations with Bite size, effective mental health training & support. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX North America "The Firefighters Podcast" #mentalhealth #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#225 An insight into the role of a CFO with Roger Thomas Chief Fire Officer at Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX World #banter #firefightersafety #999 #podcast #GORE
#229 Tim Rushmere was a soldier in the British army before starting his company GENESIS who support companies and organisations with Bite size, effective mental health training & support. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX North America "The Firefighters Podcast" #mentalhealth #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#229 Tim Rushmere was a soldier in the British army before starting his company GENESIS who support companies and organisations with Bite size, effective mental health training & support. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX North America "The Firefighters Podcast" #mentalhealth #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#228 Tricky Ricky is a Firefighter, CrossFit competitor & Gym Owner & former Intelligence officer. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX World "The Firefighters Podcast" #Crossfit #banter #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#225 An insight into the role of a CFO with Roger Thomas Chief Fire Officer at Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX World #banter #firefightersafety #999 #podcast #GORE
#228 Tricky Ricky is a Firefighter, CrossFit competitor & Gym Owner & former Intelligence officer. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX World "The Firefighters Podcast" #Crossfit #banter #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
#227 The Perfect Gain Entry tool for First Responders with Firefighter Trevor Williams creator of Williams Key . . GORE-TEX Brand "The Firefighters Podcast" #forcedentry #access #banter #firefightersafety #999 #podcast #GORE
#228 Tricky Ricky is a Firefighter, CrossFit competitor & Gym Owner & former Intelligence officer. . . GORE-TEX Brand HAIX World "The Firefighters Podcast" #Crossfit #banter #firefighter #999 #podcast #GORE
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