Don't Risk It! Podcast

Don't Risk It is designed to help emergency service organizations better protect their responders, equipment and clients by covering a range of safety-related topics.Every other week, host Chris Rodgers, of VFIS Client Risk Solutions, will speak with industry veterans and risk management experts to discuss what crews can do to help limit common ESO exposures. Don't miss a single episode of Don't Risk It! Subscribe today.

Don't Risk It! Podcast is a education podcast hosted by VFIS, with 147 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

VFIS hosts Don't Risk It! Podcast, a education show with 147 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Bridging the Generational Gap in Your ESO

  Aug 4, 202618 minS26

  With 5 generations in the workforce today, learning how to effectively engage with different age groups is more important than ever—especially in emergency service organizations (ESOs). For this episode, VFIS Emergency Services Specialists Blair Tyndall and Megan Carr, and former VFIS Education Specialist and current Battalion Chief at York Area United Fire and Rescue, Jake Hoover, join Chris Rodgers to discuss: Challenges of having multiple generations in ESOs Effective communication strategies Benefits of voluntary mentor programs Take less than 16 minutes to learn how your organization can foster better relationships between generations—and ultimately bridge this generational gap.

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  Episode #14

  Social Media Best Practices for ESOs

  Jul 21, 202616 minS26

  Social media has become a powerful communication tool for ESOs—but responsible use across both your organization's accounts and members' personal accounts is essential. In our latest podcast episode, VFIS Emergency Services Specialists, Chris Rodgers, Dave Bradley, and Blair Tyndall, discuss the benefits and challenges of social media use. Take less than 16 minutes to learn how ESOs can use these platforms effectively, what to include in a social media policy or code of conduct, and how to ensure posts reflect your organization's mission.

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  Episode #13

  Safe Practices: Divided Highways

  Jul 7, 202614 minS26

  Apparatus getting struck by vehicles on divided highways or other high-speed roadways is a leading cause of firefighter injuries—and sometimes even fatalities. Jake Hoover, former VFIS Education Specialist and current Battalion Chief at York Area United Fire and Rescue, joins Chris Rodgers of VFIS to talk about the best practices for responding to calls on these roads. Listen to this episode to hear them discuss: Safe turnaround approaches Acceleration and deceleration on high-speed roadways Blocking traffic with vehicles on the scene of an incident Take less than 14 minutes to learn about safety measures that can help keep your members safe.

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  Episode #11

  Arson: Youth-Set Fire Prevention, Intervention, & Investigation

  Jun 9, 202617 minS26

  In this episode, Fire Chief Bill Wiegman joins the VFIS podcast to talk about how his shared experience as a firefighter and mental health clinician informs his work in youth-set fire prevention, intervention, and investigation. Listen to Chief Wiegman and Chris Rodgers talk about the: Psychology behind these incidents Importance of expertise and compassion Deep need for continued education Take less than 17 minutes to learn more about how you can take a holistic approach to arson prevention in your community.

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  Episode #10

  Fidelity Best Practices

  May 26, 202613 minS26

  <p>Fidelity risk refers to the financial loss your emergency service organization could face due to intentional dishonest acts by your members, such as theft, embezzlement, or forgery.</p> <p>Some of the major areas of fidelity risk include:</p> Financial management Fundraising & special events Cybersecurity <p>In our latest podcast episode, VFIS Emergency Services Specialists, Chris Rodgers and Blair Tyndall, discuss simple ways you can better protect your agency against these risks.</p> <p>Take less than 15 minutes to get quick tips you can implement today, like always requiring two signatures on every check—and only signing after it's been com...

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