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Incident Command: Transferring Management Successfully

According to statistics from the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health, many of the leading causes of death for both civilians and firefighters can be the result of poor management transfer. Here are the top five contributors. Inadequate Risk Assessment Lack Of Incident Command Systems (ICS) Inadequate Communications Lack Of Firefighter Accountability Lack Of Standard Operating Procedures Transfer of incident command is the process of verbally and physically moving responsibility for being in charge of incidents from one commander...
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Assessing Your Natural Disaster Preparedness

Firefighters often arrive first on the scene of not only fires but national disasters of all types. Identify areas where you need to improve your crew's preparedness for the most prevalent weather threats. This might include documenting emergency protocols or procuring the right equipment well in advance of a big storm or earthquake. American Trademark has accessibility tags and incident command equipment that can aid your efforts. What Natural Disasters Happen In The US? It doesn’t take much time to assess what...
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Implementing A Firefighter Fall Prevention Plan On Fire Scenes

Every day, firefighters risk their lives to save people and property, which makes implementing a fall prevention plan essential. While providing a workplace "free of known dangers" is part of OSHA's fall protection guidelines, that's not always possible on a fireground. However, your department can reduce hazards and improve your fall prevention strategy with the right preparation. Issues To Avoid In Your Firefighting Prevention Plan The following issues can stand in the way of a comprehensive fall protection program that works. ...
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Incident Command During A Structural Collapse

A building collapse situation has the potential for serious harm to emergency personnel with extensive damage to equipment. Keeping your team safe is paramount and incident commanders should know where each firefighter is at all times. Incident command systems are important tools in securing your department’s first responders’ safety. Incident Command Systems First responders nationwide rely on American Trade Mark Company for safety and accountability tools like these Incident Command Systems. Safe Practices Minimize Potential For Damage NIOSH Advocates For Accountability ...
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5 Functions Of A Well Designed Incident Command

First Responders should have five functional areas set up within their Incident Command Systems (ICS) to work together to respond to emergencies. Department assets used in response to incidents are organized under Command, Operations, Logistics, Planning, and Admin/Finance. A good ICS will provide guidance to Firefighters, EMS, and Law Enforcement on organizing resources and ways to manage an emergency response across these five areas. Command Operations Logistics Planning Admin/Finance 1. Coordinate Functions With Command The role of command is to define...
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Why Is Firefighter Accountability So Important?

At American Trade Mark we know firefighters encounter dangerous conditions on a consistent basis, making accountability extremely important. As many fire departments lack a strong personnel accountability system, many teams do not realize their comrades or their crew members are missing. This has led to needless deaths in the line of duty. However, with a properly, implemented system and related equipment, firefighters can significantly improve their survivability and reduce unnecessary deaths. Why Is Firefighter Accountability Important? A commitment to firefighter accountability means that division officers always know...
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First Responder Awards

First responders go all out for their communities daily, without any thought of recognition, but at American Trademark we know they deserve awards and recognition. Your community's first responders include: Fire Department Law Enforcement EMS—EMT and Paramedic 911 Dispatchers 911 What’s Your Emergency? Custom Plaques For Dispatchers When your call for help goes out, 911 dispatchers become the crucial links in matching your emergency with the appropriate first responders. Even though there is often an integrated response to the incident by Police,...
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Crowds & COVID – 5 Ways To Protect Firefighters

COVID-19 has impacted our communities in every way. Surprisingly, however, despite warnings to distance socially and stay home as much as possible, there is still a need for firefighters to respond to calls at mass gatherings. The aggressive response to issues surrounding immigration, racial injustice, and civil rights violations only seem to be heightened by the loss of life, economic struggles, disruptions to routine, and anxieties related to the coronavirus. As incident commanders, how do you protect your firefighters from...
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Protecting Firefighters On Resort & Hotel Fire Scenes

Hotel and resort fires are unique because of the sheer size, height, and number of people involved. There are steps you can take to protect your firefighters on these challenging scenes. At American Trade Mark, we want to help you prevent injuries and loss of life with the information and tools you need. We believe that rapid planning, efficient information distribution, and firefighter tracking all help. Historic Hotel & Resort Fires December 7, 1946 - 119 people were killed during the Winecoff...
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Tracking First Responders In Hoarder Home Fires

Tracking first responders in hoarder home fires is crucial for safety, and at American Trade Mark, we want to help you with awareness and the tools you need to keep your crews and communities safe during an emergency. Many people don't realize how dangerous holding on to things can be to themselves, their neighbors, and the people who are prepared to put themselves on the line in the event of an emergency. Hoarding - A Massive Problem A compulsive hoarding issue...
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