by Adam McFadden | Jul 12, 2021 | Firehouse Blog
In this BLOG, we will look at some content from our new recruitment guidebook publication at Firehouse Training titled “So You Want to Be a Firefighter Eh?” which is Canada’s largest, most comprehensive book ever written on the fire service hiring process. We will...
by Adam McFadden | Apr 1, 2021 | Firehouse Blog
In this blog, we will discuss the importance of incident command and emergency management during a hazardous materials event and review some of the critical elements, as well as roles and responsibilities, which help ensure a safe and efficient hazmat emergency...
by Adam McFadden | Jan 14, 2021 | Firehouse Blog
In this BLOG, we will give an overview of the provincial government regulations for safe training in Ontario, as specified in the Office of the Fire Marshal Guidelines for Firefighter Health & Safety. We will also discuss some industry best practices for...
by Adam McFadden | Dec 9, 2020 | Firehouse Blog
In this BLOG, we will give a basic description of various firefighter tests available across the country for those that are not familiar with some of the more common assessments out there. What are the types of firefighter aptitude tests a candidate can take in...
by Adam McFadden | Oct 1, 2020 | Firehouse Blog
Well, we have certainly learned a lot the last few months in regard to dealing with viruses, bacteria and the use of personal protective equipment within our current health crisis. This includes those of us who work closely in the area of the fire services hazardous...
by Adam McFadden | May 1, 2020 | Firehouse Blog
A DISCUSSION ON MENTAL HEALTH, MOTIVATION AND DISCIPLINEHow is everybody doing out there? It has certainly been a trying time for many families, including those of first responders. Our ability as a first responder to cope with everything that has taken place, as it...
