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 149 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

VFIS hosts Don't Risk It! Podcast, a education show with 149 episodes published.

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  Episode #18

  PPE Inspection Best Practices

  Sep 15, 202612 minS26

  Steve Rabine, former VFIS Education Specialist and Claims Adjuster, current Public Safety Equipment Specialist with Witmer Public Safety Group, and Fire Chief, joins Chris Rodgers from VFIS to discuss personal protective equipment (PPE) inspection, maintenance, and replacement. Listen to hear them answer questions such as: How often should a department inspect their gear and what should they look for during the process? What should be done if turnout gear is found to be torn or damaged during inspections? Why is documentation of inspections important? Take 12 minutes to learn key PPE practices for emergency services—and discover how they can be applied to your organization.

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  Episode #17

  Review POV Risks with NIOSH: Insights from a Firefighter Fatality

  Sep 1, 202623 minS26

  When an emergency call comes in, every second matters—but responding in a privately owned vehicle (POV) can create unique safety risks. In this podcast episode, Rick Lago, Investigator for Firefighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program with NIOSH, joins Chris Rodgers from VFIS to discuss a tragic incident involving a firefighter driving a POV and the lessons learned through NIOSH's investigation. Listen to hear them explore: The risks of firefighters responding from home versus the firehouse. How training can help responders recognize and prepare for elevated risks in the field. The importance of communication, route planning, and proper notifications when responding in a POV. Plus, read the report from this here .

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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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