Discover this podcast and so much more

Podcasts are free to enjoy without a subscription. We also offer ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more for just $11.99/month.

Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell shares her experience as the newest U.S. fire administrator

Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell shares her experience as the newest U.S. fire administrator

FromBetter Every Shift


Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell shares her experience as the newest U.S. fire administrator

FromBetter Every Shift

ratings:
Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Feb 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of the Side Alpha Podcast, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell shares her experience as the newest U.S. fire administrator, a position she began in October 2021 following her time with the International Public Safety Data Institute.
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell addresses several topics:
Two major fatality incidents in the past several weeks;
How past experience prepared her for the role as U.S. fire administrator;
What to expect for the mission and vision of the USFA during her tenure;
The role of data in the USFA and the broader fire service;
The new USFA podcast; and
What fire departments can continue to do to lessen the impact of COVID-19.

This episode of the Side Alpha Podcast is brought to you by Lexipol, the experts in policy, training, wellness support and grants assistance for first responders and government leaders. To learn more, visit lexipol.com.
Released:
Feb 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing some levity to the often very serious nature of the profession. Dig into what drives firefighters to improve themselves, their crew, even the fire service as a whole. Listen in to get better every day, every call, every shift.