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The Firefighters Podcast is a global podcast seeking to develop, inspire, connect, motivate, represent & celebrate the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations celebrating those within our emergency services family and encouraging the support of this incredible group of people.
Operational UK firefighter Pete Wakefield speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those who choose this life path.
Our driving purpose is to create a legacy resource for the current and future generations of firefighters & first responders
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Tactical Firefighting UK is an informal group recently set up hoping to link every UK FRS together and allow for collaboration and knowledge sharing through individuals responsible for BA training delivery. One example of this is the BE-SAHF model, an internationally recognised method of 'reading the fire' adopted by some fire services which Lewis White and Dave Berry will discuss.This conversation delves into the evolution and importance of tactical firefighting in the UK, focusing on the co...
Today’s podcast with Thomas Dedering revolves around the topic of firefighters' exposure to toxic fire effluents and the need for protective clothing. We discuss common misconceptions, the gap in the market for protective solutions, and the role of organizations like the Swedish Firefighters Cancer Foundation. We also delve into the testing and technology behind the CPP undergarment, which uses activated carbon to absorb hazardous fire gases. We explore the application of this protective...
Kristina Stiles is an internationally recognised expert and educational resource on burn care, a specialist burns and plastic surgery nurse for 20 years. A Keynote speaker, presenter and content creator across nursing, wound care, trauma, pre-hospital, academic and industry meetings, webinars, e-learning modules, App based resources & podcasts. She was quality improvement project lead instrumental in developing regional and national Clinical Practice Guidelines on emergency burn care, a r...
Dr Nikki Power is a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Organisational Psychology. Her Research focusses on teamwork, interoperability & the socio-cognitive processes involved in decision-making and teamwork in high pressured work environments. She has conducted research on the psychology of indecision - identifying the principles that predict why decision-making can derail and ways to overcome it & also conducted research on the psychology of interoperability as part of a funded p...
Today we welcome returning guest Dan Stephens back onto the podcast as we discuss Incident command, managing big and small incidents & the principles, tactics, considerations and models available to commanders in the UKFRS. Dan walks us through some of the incidents he has attended and taken command off and the approaches he adopted that he feels have served him and other colleagues well & many of which may serve future generations of commanders.Some more background on Dan - As a high...
Returning guests George & Bex from The Antarctic Fire Angels Both wholetime fire fighters with South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) and Mid & West Wales Fire Service (MAWWFS) respectively come on to discuss there next big challenge THE GREAT WORLD RACE 777 following them successfully skiing from Union Glacier to Constellation Inlet and to the South Pole in 52 days, 10 hours and 30 mins as a South Pole expedition in January 2024, they are now planning and building the Fire...
999 RE:SET is a charity based in Scotland creating weekend experiences for First responder Mental & physical wellbeing in the outdoors.You can find more information and book onto their upcoming weekend where the podcast will be in attendance on their platforms belowInstagram HEREtheir Twitter is HEREAlso on the episode is Siobhan AKA "The Fire Mum" who you can find HEREWe hope to see you at the next 999:RESET event September 20th 2024We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast ...
Gerard Mann is an experienced Leading Firefighter, Instructor & international conference speaker from Melbourne Australia.You can contact Gerard through his Linkedin HEREWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA...
Tablet Command provides the industry-leading Mobile CAD, emergency incident response and management solution to more than 25,000 users and 600 public safety agencies across the United States and Canada. Tablet Command software solutions enhance safety and operational efficiency for emergency responders on the ground by providing comprehensive, real-time information under a single pane of glass. Tablet Command also records operational performance data as a byproduct of the incident management ...
Carl Boasman first appeared on the podcast back in episode #301 Leadership & The Impact we have on others. Since then Carl has come onbaord with the podcast team supporting on our strataegic partnership work and in today episode we are talk about:- Carl joining the podcast- Reflections on the growth and guests from the podcast- A look at the NOW & NEXT that's happening in the sectoryou can reach Carl at carl.boasman@tffpc.comWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on pu...
Professor Paul Christensen is a subject matter expert & Consultant on all aspects of lithium-ion battery safety including fire detection and suppression. He is Senior Advisor to the National Fire Chiefs Council & lead for continuing Professional Development on lithium-ion battery safety across the sector covering basic lithium-ion battery science and technology, thermal runaway and consequences (including case studies), additives & safety systems, detection and suppression of fire...
Ben Levy is a highly experienced senior manager at Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. During his 28-year career as a firefighter and officer he has gained significant operational experience. He has held a wide range of leadership positions, with a primary focus on operational command, safety, technical advice, assurance, and research and development.As the strategic lead for Fires in Tall Buildings at the National Fire Chiefs Council, he is focussed on advancing techniques and proced...
Joshua Burchick is a Captain with Howard County (MD) Department of Fire & Rescue Services, and has served with HCFR since early 2004. Additionally, he has served with the Kentland Volunteer Fire Department in Prince Georges County, MD. He is a trainer for the IAFF’s Fire Ground Survival Program, is an ACE certified Peer Fitness Trainer and nationally accredited CrossFit trainer. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Safety Leadership from Johns Hopkins University. He al...
A round up episode about The British Firefighter Challenge 2024. The event, athletes, sponsors and medal winner.Find out more about the BFC HEREWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STOR...
In today episode we are giving into a long standing request which has become more frequent lately and we have UKFRS serving Watch Commander & member of the podcast team Sarah Bromley Interviewing the founder & Host of the firefighters podcast Pete Wakefield asking about the Who, What, How & Why The Firefighters Podcast got started.We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODC...
Today my guests are Joss Gaynor from The Firefighters Charity & Steve Sadler from Re-enkindle specialising in Fire Service Research.We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX...
Today returning guest and friend of the podcast Mike Stachowicz from the UKFRS as we discuss his recent trip to International Fire Instructor’s Workshop IFIW. The next IFIW in 2025 will be in Denver, Colorado.We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episod...
Today I'm speaking with Louise Diffey from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue service about how we Embrace, Embed and Manage through the ever changing landscape of the First responders working life and also discuss mental models that are useful when thinking about how we manage change in our own lives as well.This episode was recorded at the 22nd annual Woman In The Fire Service. Women in the Fire Service UK (WFS) was set up in the 1990s with its purpose of Enabling and inspiring...
We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREMy guest today is Brent Brooks who is an international speaker and hands on instructor. He teaches High Rise Tactics and large diameter hose movements. Brent is currently a Captain with Toronto Fire Services. His 29 year career with firefighting started at Pearson Airport, with continuing duties at (De Havilland) and Bombardier Aero Space Crash Fi...
This is our follow up from #308 - the second part episode with Dave O'Neill MBE. Dave retired from London Fire Brigade as AC of Special Projects in October of 2023 following an incredible career spanning 3 decades in the UK Fire & Rescue Service. In the 2021 New Years Honours he was awarded an MBE for masterminding the fire service support to the Ambulance service and PMART (the multi agency response to covid related deaths at home). He finished his career as the head of Head of Rescue/IE...
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Brilliant podcast for anyone in (or looking to join) the emergency services. I've loved every episode and learnt a lot from both Pete and the guests - thanks so much for all the work you've put into producing it! 😁🙏