Apr 14, 2026

This episode looks at the benefits of an Injury Prevention Specialist in Emergency Services applying athletic trainer concepts to help prevent staff injuries. Specifically, Lancaster EMS in Pennsylvania is a front runner in using an on-staff Injury Prevention Specialist to help reduce workplace injuries and keep the...

Mar 31, 2026

On this episode we are joined by Brent Lewis, with Correll Insurance, Inc.  Brent is the Regional Sales Director and Producer for VFIS of South Carolina.  He helps us explore the role of service animals in emergency services to include roles, certifications, training, deployment and what legal protections are in place...

Mar 17, 2026

A lack of understanding, limited communication, and stereotypes are just a few of the reasons that 911/communication center personnel and field first responders, like firefighters and EMS personnel, may have some animosity towards one another.

However, breaking down barriers between your emergency service organizations...

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...