Beyond the Sidewalk Supervision

This program provides a comprehensive and realistic overview of the challenges and responsibilities faced by incident commanders, safety officers, staff aides, and division supervisors within departments that may not have access to large command staff teams. The program emphasizes the importance of identifying command position needs and the critical role of properly trained personnel in supporting emergency operations during structural fires, special operations incidents, and other complex day to day emergencies.

In addition, the program examines the dangerous combination of factors and trends that contribute to fireground injuries and fatalities, highlighting how the implementation of a structured command staff policy can significantly improve incident safety and operational effectiveness. Participants will gain valuable insight into the leadership, coordination, and oversight that incident commanders and command staff provide during unusual and high risk incidents.