Editorial Column
Read the most recent editor column from experts in law enforcement, fire services and roadway assistance fields.
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The Unsung Heroes of Roadway Safety: Why All Emergency Responders Must Prioritize Scene Protection
Every day, emergency responders – firefighters, EMS personnel, law enforcement officers, and towing & recovery professionals – put their lives on the line at roadway incidents. This piece by Todd Leiss, ERSI Assistant Director of Training, highlights the crucial need for all responders to actively participate in creating a safe working environment.
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Where Is the Data on Emergency Personnel Being Struck by Vehicles?
The most frequent request we receive at ResponderSafety.com is for data on the number of responders killed or injured while operating at incident scenes. Jack Sullivan answers the question about struck-by data and statistics.
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Why We Need TIM Committees Now More Than Ever
TIM Committees serve a vital role in helping to prepare, train and organize our responders to provide safe and efficient emergency operations that protect responders, mitigate incidents, and resume normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
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Traffic Incident Management: Fire Departments Can’t Do Traffic Control Alone
When a vehicle crash or fire, medical emergency, or hazardous materials incident occurs on a road or highway, the local fire department and emergency medical services answer the call.
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ResponderSafety.com Editor’s Column: A New Approach Moving Forward
In its 20 year history, ResponderSafety.com has had only one editor’s column contributor, Dr. Harry Carter. With Dr. Carter’s passing in June of 2022, ResponderSafety.com has decided to take a new approach to our Editor’s Column.