Mar 3, 2026

EMS teams are often asked to be on standby at events, like community gatherings and sporting activities, to provide assistance if a participant or spectator needs medical aid.
 
However, while these scenarios are common, they’re not without risk to your organization. 

For example, these events are often contacted on...

Feb 17, 2026

The declining and aging volunteer firefighter base is a major concern for many fire departments and community leaders—especially in more rural areas and among smaller departments. 

To help combat this challenge, many emergency service departments have implemented programs, like a cost-effective LOSAP plan, to help...

Feb 3, 2026

A vehicle or apparatus crash will typically cost your emergency service organization more now than ever, with year-after-year claim costs continuing to rise. 

From inflation, rising replacement costs, and increasing labor costs—there are many factors at play when it comes to insurance rates and premium being at an...

Jan 20, 2026

Captain Randy Gates is a first responder, breathwork facilitator, wellness educator, and founder of Breath of Fire—but he didn't always understand the connection between mental and physical health.

In Part 2 of our Nevada Peer Support Program deep dive, Chris Rodgers, VFIS Industry Specialist, and Captain Gates...

Jan 6, 2026

After losing a “top-notch firefighter from a top-notch family” to suicide, Derek Reid and his fire department didn't know where to turn for support.

This challenging time led to the creation of the revolutionary Nevada Peer Support Program, which seeks to smash mental health stigmas and provide support to first...