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April 3, 2015

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Philly fire official pressured to alter LODD report

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S.F. fire officials reject call for tougher alcohol rules: The city's district attorney wants a true zero tolerance policy as it relates to on-duty blood alcohol content

Asst. chief demoted after tying noose at firehouse: He tied a rope into a noose, left it in the kitchen and allegedly threw it at a black firefighter

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FROM NVFC

Why have a junior firefighter program

By Chief Jeff Cash, FR1 Contributor
Most know that these programs are an excellent recruiting tool, but the benefits to the department and its members extend well beyond the obvious.

Rebuilding the ranks

FIRE RECRUIT

7 truths about fire service retirement

By Robert Avsec, FR1 Columnist
If you think it is hard to get into the fire service, wait until you try to get out; here are things you can do now to navigate that end-of-career change.

The break up

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Top 5 firefighting videos of March

By FR1 Staff
The best clips include a master stream knocking down a firefighter and fire captain being dragged to safety after a roof collapse.

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EDITOR'S NOTE

Is it time to psych test volunteer firefighters?

By Rick Markley, FR1 Editor-in-Chief
The recent European airline tragedy shows how hard it is to filter out those with mental health problems.

Hiring process to red flag

TIP OF THE WEEK

Practice opening elevator doors

Go around your response area and practice opening elevator doors using the keys provided. This should be coordinated with the building maintenance department, and will prove beneficial in the long run.

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