FDIC International

The countdown is on! Less than 19 weeks until FDIC International 2025 takes over Indianapolis, and the excitement is building! #FDIC2025 #firefighter #FireRescue #firechief #firetraining

🔥 Building Trust: Ethical Leadership and Accountability ⭐ Instructor: Dan Kramer, Executive Director - State Firefighters and Fire Marshals Association of Texas 🗓️ Friday, April 11 ⏰ 10:30 AM - 12:15 PM This class equips fire service leaders with tools to promote integrity and responsibility. Key topics include ethical leadership, accountability, and tackling real-world dilemmas. Through discussions, case studies, and group activities, participants will gain actionable strategies to enhance leadership, foster ethical behavior, and build trust within their teams and communities. 📢Eligible for CEH/CAPCE Credit Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yrsu50Vi6f9 Register today: https://ow.ly/5Guv50Vi6fZ

Join the Resuscitation Academy Workshops at #FDIC2025! These two 4-hour Preconference Workshops aim to equip you with the most recent advancements in improving cardiac arrest survival rates. Each session offers a combination of practical hands-on training and vital strategic instruction. 🚨 Resuscitation Academy 📅 Monday, April 7 | 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM ⭐ Instructed by Dr. Kevin Seaman 🚨 Pediatric Resuscitation Academy - Pediatric Arrests 📅 Tuesday, April 8 | 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM ⭐ Instructed by Richard High These sessions are free for FDIC attendees, but seating is limited; availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more and sign up here: https://ow.ly/yiOS50Vmu6q Not registered for FDIC? Register here: https://ow.ly/Igws50Vmu79

🔥 The Art of Reading Smoke: The Next Generation ⭐ Instructor: Phil Jose, Deputy Chief (Ret.) - Seattle (WA) Fire Department 🗓️ Wednesday, April 09 ⏰ 1:30 PM - 3:15 PM Understanding your fireground begins with Reading Smoke, which sharpens tactical decision-making and fire behavior prediction. By analyzing smoke's Volume, Velocity, Density, and Color, you can determine fire location, size, and development speed. Whether at the command or company level, Reading Smoke guides accurate, swift decisions. This fast-paced, video-based training will enhance your fireground skills. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/FSu050VlQOZ Register today: https://ow.ly/1EzQ50VlQPt

🔥 Commanding and Controlling the Volunteer Fireground ⭐ Instructor: Richard Ray, Battalion Chief - Durham (NC) Fire Department 🗓️ Wednesday, April 9 ⏰ 10:30 AM - 12:15 PM Effective incident command is essential for fireground safety and success. While some volunteer departments excel at command and control with sufficient personnel, smaller or rural departments often face challenges. This class offers practical solutions for creating a command structure that meets fireground benchmarks and defines roles and responsibilities for volunteer officers and firefighters. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/eTH250VlKcV Register today: https://ow.ly/KYV650VlKez

Join us at the Health & Wellness space at the LOS Experience! Participate in engaging sessions where you can dive into vibrant discussions and gain essential knowledge on topics like mental health, cancer prevention, nutrition, and so much more. 📅 Thursday, April 10 | Friday, April 11 Thank you to our title sponsor, 1st Response Family Clinic Learn more about the Health & Wellness sessions here: https://ow.ly/YkKF50Vmxju

If you are enrolled in a LIVE FIRE class at FDIC you are elidgable to have your dirty gear stored with us starting Monday afternoon. Thanks to our partners the Firefighter Cancer Support Network and Redline Mobile Gear Cleaning. Please check your email for instructions on how to register and be sure to opt in for FREE gear cleaning if you are staying for the conference!

Are we truly ready to integrate drones effectively, or are outdated practices holding us back? At the NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit at FDIC International Fire Chief Jeff Pricher will tackle this challenge head-on. Every Fire Department Needs a Common Operating Picture 🗓 Session: Wednesday, April 09 @ The NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit Drones are no longer a luxury—they're a necessity for modern firefighting. But are we equipped to utilize this powerful technology effectively? This session will challenge the status quo. Fire Chief Jeff Pricher will address the critical need for a cultural shift within the fire service, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive training programs, unwavering FAA compliance, and standardized public safety qualifications. He will present a compelling case for prioritizing drone integration, not just within individual departments, but across the entire fire service community. 🔥 Learn more about the NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit here: https://ow.ly/c6NO50Vl0Xp #NextGenFireRescue #FDIC2025 #FireTech #DronesInFireService #EmergencyResponse #TechSummit #FireServiceLeadership _________________________________ Kevin Sofen Kirk McKinzie

🔥 NEW RELEASE: On Fire – The First 10 Years by FDIC International Keynote Speaker Michael Ciampo! For over 15 years, FDNY Lt. Michael Ciampo has shared hard-earned fireground lessons in his On Fire column for Fire Engineering Magazine. Now, those real-world tactics, insights, and experiences are collected in one must-read book! 📖 Inside this book: ✅ Tactical Firefighting Tips ✅ Fireground Lessons ✅ Incident Management ✅ Firehouse Training & Culture 📚 Get your copy today! 👉 https://ow.ly/nbV750VmoKv #OnFireBook #FirefighterTraining #FiregroundTactics #MichaelCiampo #FireEngineeringBooks #FireService

Live Fire H.O.T. Attendee Gear Storage and Cleaning Available at #FDIC2025!🔥 FDIC International is pleased to join forces with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network and Redline Mobile Gear Cleaning to provide gear storage options for participants in Live Fire Hands-on Training. Here is how it works: 1. When you check in at registration you'll receive a ticket for a free gear bag. You'll follow the instructions on the ticket to redeem for your gear bag. 2. Monday afternoon you'll drop your gear off in the outdoor plaza area on the S. Capitol Ave. side of the convention center. 3. On Tuesday the team will set the gear up in the same area for you to pick it up. After Tuesday's training, you'll drop your gear in the same spot for storage through the end of the conference. 4. If you want, you can opt in to have your gear professionally cleaned at no charge. When you're getting ready to leave Indy, your gear will be available to pick up in the Outdoor Exhibits Area. Utilize this resource as part of our ongoing efforts toward cancer prevention. Reserve your spot here: https://ow.ly/47lb50VlKPH If possible, we kindly encourage you to support the Firefighter Cancer Support Network with a donation: https://ow.ly/K7Qw50VlKPI Firefighter Cancer Support Network RedLine Gear Cleaning