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Former Fire Commissioner Sal Cassano reflects on the arduous role of redesigning FDNY post-9/11
Former Fire Commissioner Sal Cassano reflects on the arduous role of redesigning FDNY post-9/11
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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Sep 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In this episode of the Side Alpha Podcast, Fire Chief Marc Bashoor speaks with former FDNY Chief of Department and Fire Commissioner Sal Cassano about 9/11 and what it was like to face the arduous task of redesigning and rebuilding the department in the wake of such a massive loss. Cassano shares his personal 9/11 story, and details the recruitment efforts, new measures to reduce LODD numbers, and the support systems that helped the department in the aftermath.
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This edition of the Side Alpha Podcast is brought to you by MSA. At MSA, your health and safety drive us to develop highly advanced safety equipment to protect you on the job. MSA’s Globe gear is performance and protection in perfect balance. It’s designed to meet the challenges you face every day to help keep you safe and healthy during your career and beyond. Get the full story at msafire.com/globe.
Released:
Sep 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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