The word “officer” connotes ability, leadership, command, and duty to one’s chosen profession. It says something about the person, but not everything. George Washington, who understood that being a ...

The first 100 days that company officers spend with a crew are critical to their both their success and to the team’s future development. Previously we considered the concept of the first 100 days ...

John Partridge empathizes with frustrated firefighters and officers who encounter rejection after rejection of suggestions for operational and/or organizational changes. His solution: Invest the time ...

Firefighters' lack of familiarity with tools and equipment on their rig and inadequate training are at least partially the fault of company officers who spend an inordinate amount of time in their ...

IONE – The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to celebrate the graduation of 39 new Company Officers from the Ione Training Center. This ceremony marks the successful ...