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Breaking fire news and industry trends February 6, 2017 | View as webpage Download the Mobile App TOP NEWS Off-duty Wis. firefighter killed in crash DC Fire after crash: 'We can't help you if we can't get there' Young FF remembered for grit, serving 'until the very end' Mich. leads effort to shift firefighters away from pensions: Critics say the state should not intervene in local labor contracts and describe the push as an attack on firefighters Texas firefighters to get blood test for early cancer detection: The test detects a protein in the blood that is present in malignant cells Calif. firefighter-paramedic sues city, fire dept. for discrimination: The suit alleges Carlo Teruel was terminated because he used accrued sick leave to care for his wife and two young sons Fire chief's POV struck while responding to call; 2 hurt FDNY enlists diverse firefighter group to attract recruits Volunteer firefighter spots, extinguishes gas pump fire Wis. fire dept. saves $350K by recycling ambulances College fund set up for fallen Kan. firefighter's son Calif. firefighter adopts puppy he rescued Register for the Most Prestigious Fire Service Event Register now for the 29th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium and Dinner on April 5-6, in Washington, DC and start "Forging New Relationships." Register today LEADERSHIP 5 ways fire officers can successfully lead older firefighters By Robert Avsec, FR1 Columnist Young officers leading older firefighters face an uphill battle; here's a look at how to make that situation smoother for both officers and firefighters. Embrace humility  HEALTH & WELLNESS Sleep disruption, shift work threatens firefighter health By Catherine R. Counts, FR1 Contributor Review from The BMJ confirms what many paramedics, firefighters and police officers already know about shift work and its effect on sleep. 3 key findings  LIFESTYLE & OFF-DUTY Top 10 must-see firefighting documentaries By Sarah Calams, FR1 Associate Editor These documentaries are not your typical Hollywood adaptations; they're real, raw and offer a glimpse into the life of everyday firefighters. Have you seen them?  UNIFORM STORIES When a firefighter's son says he wants to be a cop By Billy Galvin, FR1 Contributor I gotta wonder what blast to the ticker he'll give me next. 'At first I was insulted'  ESCAPING VIOLENT ENCOUNTERS Defend yourself if knocked to the ground Kip Tietsort demonstrates a basic defensive position from the floor, and how to protect yourself if your attacker moves toward you.  Watch the video  NOW ON FIRERESCUE1 Reality Training: Dangerous roof ops FIREGROUND: How to prevent a mayday Want to Win $5,000 in New Gear? Complete the 2017 State of the Fire Service survey from FEMSA/FAMA for a chance to win $5,000 in equipment, plus a $500 gift card to Best Buy. Fill out the survey and win! 3,600 Calif. fire dept. hires first female fire chief 433 New warning system aims to protect firefighters 427 4 key areas for firefighters strength training 426 12 slang terms only a firefighter would know 390 Top 10 must-see firefighting documentaries FireRescue1 does not send unsolicited messages. You are receiving this email because you have signed up for FireRescue1 and subscribed to this newsletter. Visit our Customer Support page to report any email problems or subscribe to our other newsletters.