The Weekly for Incident Commanders

Our fifth SOG in the series is all about air management. In this overview, we describe air management best practices , emphasize the importance of air management at every level, and offer two downloadable drills so your department can practice essential skills.

Scroll down to get your FREE Air Management SOG. Created just for Blue Card departments and fully customizable for your organization’s unique needs!

The 2023 Blue Card Hazard Zone Conference is a month away! You can still register and gather with IC's from all over to learn, share and network. Click here to register.

Let’s talk about what no one talks about—the other addiction that can impact your personal relationships and career. In this installment of Be Well, we define sex addiction and list several warning signs. Plus, we share eight tips to help you and your partner connect in healthy ways.

FREE SOGs—WEEK 5

Without air, you're dead. This week's complimentary SOG is all about Air Management (download below). Read this companion piece to the Blue Card standard and gain a deeper understanding of air management best practices.

Air Management SOG Word File

Air Management SOG PDF File

AIR MANAGEMENT DRILLS

We are also providing two drills (available here and here) to help you practice essential skills because you better be doing everything right when something goes wrong!

2023 Hazard-Zone Conference

The Conference for Incident Commanders & Leaders

This premier training event for incident commanders is a month away and you can still register!

Join us for 2 days Oct. 5–6 & recharge your expertise with like-minded industry professionals.

Study best practices for hazard-zone management.
Hone decision-making & leadership skills.
Learn the latest fire research as it applies to incident command, tactics, strategy & firefighter safety.
Network with other ICs looking to improve their skills.
All registrations receive a FREE transferable Blue Card subscription ($385 value).

We pack 20 unique classes into 2 full days of learning. Discounts on hotel blocks are limited. Register & make your reservations today! See hotel links below.

Lodging Information:

Hyatt *Preferred hotel connected to conference center. (SOLD OUT)

Delta By Marriot

LivInn Hotel

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October 5 & 6, 2023 -- Sign Up Here

BE WELL

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Am I Actually a Sex Addict?

BY LEAH BELSCHES, PSY.D.

Most of us indulge in some form of pleasure that could become addicting, including shopping, gaming, eating, gambling and sexual behavior. However, the word addiction has profound associations, and most people would never put themselves in that category. So, what exactly makes something an addiction? We can't talk about Firefighter wellness without tackling this tough subject.

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BLUE CARD TRAINING

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