Dietz, MA, LPC, offers practical advice and much-needed wisdom to help us endure our current pandemic in How to Prep for a Mental Marathon. In Making the Case for a Slick New Ride, Gunther von Seltmann explains why departments should consider using full-size vans as BC vehicles. They are comfortable, spacious and can haul a whole lot of humans and their gear. It’s an undeniable truth that parents across the land have learned to embrace: Vans are cool.King breaks down the science that proves fire control should be our No. In Part 1 of Analyzing Coordinated Attacks, Jeffrey L. UL FSRI’s latest research further supports Blue Card’s stance on the tactical priorities.Chief Vincent Dunn describes FDNY riot response, circa 1970 in Regards, Vin.Are you grappling with mutual/auto aid issues? Check out Dear Chiefs: Don’t Agree to Disagree.Learn ways to peacefully coexist with station antagonists in How to Pacify an Agitator.New column: Whether you’re retiring next week or 10 years from now, don’t miss Brian Smith’s insights in The Retired Guy.Create powerful AARs with local dispatch tapes in Powerful Lessons from Local History.Learn how to apply recent fire-service research to on-scene decision-making in Taking Science to the Seat.Develop a realistic understanding of fire department staffing & NFPA 1710/1720 in Deployments Big & Small.41 offers a glimpse of the building’s colorful design (inside and out). The 15,000 square-foot clubhouse will serve as a hub for trainer classes, Blue Card meetings and other joyful gatherings. Brunacini Command Training Center (aka, the College of Knowledge).
This issue’s cover celebrates a beloved beast of burden: the newly completed Alan V.