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Join Mike Baker and Dave Bradley of VFIS Client Risk Solutions as we discuss effective controls and best practices for safely operating first responder vehicles..
Hear from Randy Hess, former Director of VFIS Risk Control, about the historical impact of Client Risk Solutions on Emergency Services.
In this episode, we are joined by Tim Hearn from Fort Smith EMS (Fort Smith, AR) to talk about body cameras in EMS, why and how his agency implemented this type of program, and the policy they adopted.
Fire Chief Nick Perkins from Travis County Emergency Services District #2, provides an overview of the VAP process and explains how your organization can use this assessment to help your department’s risk reduction strategies.
Michael McCabe, host of the EMS World Podcast and Director and CEO of McCabe Ambulance in Bayonne, NJ, talks about what keeps him up at night and the issues he’s observed in the ambulance service.
In this episode, Mike Baker and Bryan Duquin from Client Risk Solutions discuss why it’s important for ESOs to obtain the heights and weights of their emergency vehicles and some best practices for doing so.
in this episode, Fire Chief Michael O’Brian from Brighton Area Fire Authority talks about some best practices when encountering electronic vehicle fires.
In this episode, David Givot, Esq., EMS Defense Attorney at The Legal Guardian, author of Sirens, Lights and Lawyers: The Law and Other Important Stuff EMS Providers Never Learned in School, and former paramedic from LA County, provides insight on issues he’s observed with protecting and defending EMS clients.
Incident rehab serves to identify conditions in personnel that may otherwise go undetected and could lead to serious health conditions, disabilities and death.
Whether it’s a public assist call or a police response call, emergency service leadership and providers should be concerned about their patient refusal process.
How do you put a price on your fire apparatus? In this episode, VFIS Regional VP of Sales, Joe Giorgi, and Sales Executive Scott Cain provide an overview of the agreed value concept and discuss updates to the VFIS policy.
From cell phones to e-bikes - In today’s world, you would be hard pressed to go to a fire where a lithium ion battery is not involved.
Find out more about incident investigation best practices in this episode with Blair Tyndall and Bryan Duquin of VFIS Client Risk Solutions.
In this episode, we talk with Bryan Duquin of VFIS and Tracie Young-Brungard of the PA State Fire Commissioner’s Office about the importance of incident documentation for Fire and EMS.
In this episode, we discuss quality assurance (QA) in the emergency services and provide some suggestions for assessing a quality assurance program to help ensure it enhances efficiencies, improves proficiencies and supports continuous improvement.
Forty-four percent of the professional liability claims experienced by VFIS are attributed to patient handling.
From aerials to tires, a comprehensive fleet maintenance program serves to protect the organization’s most valuable assets.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of SOGs and SOPs, the differences between them, and ways to develop and integrate these governing documents into your organization’s operations.
In this episode, Dave Bradley from Client Risk Solutions along with Nicole Dugan and Jake Hoover from our Education and Training team discuss Patient Care Reporting.
Testing aerial devices of fire apparatus is crucial to ensure their functionality, reliability and safety during firefighting operations.
It requires a whole community approach to prepare for, respond to, and recover from an active attack event.
In this episode, we talk with Chris Pfaff (Owner-Lead Instructor) of PHRT Hazmat and Rescue Instruction about the widespread use and potential dangers of Lithium-ion batteries.
Woody Sullivan from VFIS Education Training and Consulting talks about Crew Resource Management (CRM) and how to adopt these principles for the fire service.
Driving is a common and sometimes overlooked risk faced by first responders daily. Despite all the training in the fire service, when it comes to driver training, there is more work to be done.
Is your crew in a state of readiness? How long have these individuals been awake and active on the road?
The records you keep, or don’t keep, paint a picture of your Emergency Service organization.
Legal action against employers related to Employment Practices Liability (EPL) claims is rising.
Turnarounds, exit ramps, crossovers – when responding to a highway incident, there’s always potential for something to go wrong.
It isn’t easy to get everyone together for training classes on a regular basis. In this episode, Rick Gurba, Director of VFIS Education and Training, gives us an update on enhancements to the VFISu platform.
In this episode we hear from members of VFIS Underwriting regarding the VFIS underwriting process and what they look for in a quality account.
In this episode, we talk with Randy Hess, former Director of VFIS Risk Control, about the historical impact of Client Risk Solutions on Emergency Services.
In this episode, members of the VFIS team discuss the significance of hose securement
In this episode, Maria Lichty reviews some recent changes to VFIS University
Introducing the Don't Risk It! Podcast
Risk Control for Mid-Level Managers is a program developed by John Kottmyer, Director of V
Sr. Vice President of VFIS Client Risk Solutions Scott Harkins joins the program to discus
Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, have become favored tools
Patient handling is a complex task that emergency service organizations (ESOs) undertake e
ResponderHelp.com is a valuable resource for emergency personnel, developed and administer
Maintaining a positive culture throughout an ESO must include building a culture of safety
As changes occur within an ESO and in the community, departments may need to make adjustme
The use of drones, in emergency services imposes the need for ESOs to have a structured UA
In today's society, your reputation can be destroyed at the speed of light. Dave Statter f
Did you know, a large number of Glatfelter associates are actively involved or have previo
First responders regularly deal with intense and emotional situations where the people the
Roadside safety starts with education. In this episode, we talk about responders being str
Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) are the foundation of an ESO's safety culture. Withou
Recent changes in payment policy have driven changes in EMS organizations, allowing for th
First responders are accustomed to the bright lights and loud noises associated with an em
Wildland fires have increased in frequency and intensity in recent years. Taking steps to
Situational awareness is a person's ability to perceive and understand what is happening i
"It's easy to focus on the negatives of an incident, but the positives are what you contin
In this episode, we revisit with VFIS Emergency Services Specialist Blair Tyndall and disc
The Fire Service industry has undergone dramatic changes in the past decade - from trainin
There is no such thing as safe ice. Although a low-volume occurrence, water and ice rescue
"Keep your brand in your voice" as this is the identity of your department. Jenny Bragiel
Volunteer recruitment and retention are among the top issues facing volunteer Fire and EMS
Be at the top of your game by following your organization's policies and procedures. Dave
Intentional or unintentional, wrongdoing or a mistake made within an ESO makes for a bold
Evolutions in vehicle construction and safety, changes in procedures for PPE, emergency li
Fundraising events are not just a way to raise money for an emergency services organizatio
Water can be powerful and relentless. Although low in volume, water-related emergencies ar
Community paramedicine is coming back to the forefront as ESOs are seeing the benefits of
In this episode, Sam Clark addresses some of the challenges and risks of elevator rescues