https://www.enginehousetraining.com Sat, 15 Dec 2018 16:05:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.8 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/cropped-IMG_0114-32x32.jpg https://www.enginehousetraining.com 32 32 Training, Educating & Mentoring Today's Fire Service Engine House Training LLC Training, Educating & Mentoring Today's Fire Service http://www.enginehousetraining.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/Podcast_Artwork_Large-683.png https://www.enginehousetraining.com/category/podcast/ noCopyright 2015 Engine House Training LLCFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technologyenginehousetraining@gmail.comEngine House Training LLC https://www.enginehousetraining.com/eht-podcast-episode-44-vertical-ventilation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eht-podcast-episode-44-vertical-ventilation Sat, 15 Dec 2018 16:05:37 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2895   In this episode the group discusses vertical ventilation on peaked and flat roofs, including commercial versus residential.  Tim and Jeff have guests on this episode with great information and experience on ventilation.   In this episode the group discusses vertical ventilation on peaked and flat roofs, including commercial versus residential.  Tim and Jeff have guests on this episode with great information and experience on ventilation.  Tai Rondeau and Beau Espinosa join us with some valuable information and tips on conducting vertical ventilation. Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2895 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/eht-episode-42-search-part-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eht-episode-42-search-part-3 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 19:18:06 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2890 Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2890 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/eht-episode-40-search-and-rescue-part-1-truck-work-part-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eht-episode-40-search-and-rescue-part-1-truck-work-part-6 Tue, 21 Aug 2018 00:54:41 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2885   In this episode the group discusses some basics of search and rescue. As you can guess, this is a topic that provides a great many avenues and options.  The critical nature of this tactic is why we do what we do–to save lives.   In this episode the group discusses some basics of search and rescue. As you can guess, this is a topic that provides a great many avenues and options.  The critical nature of this tactic is why we do what we do–to save lives. What may seem simple and easy is really a skill that […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2885 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/ground-ladders-part-2-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ground-ladders-part-2-podcast Sat, 30 Jun 2018 03:01:52 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2882 Join us again with Part 2 on ground ladders. The group will discuss deployment, ladder choice and some common sense ideas for using ground ladders, no matter the size or location of your department.     Join us again with Part 2 on ground ladders. The group will discuss deployment, ladder choice and some common sense ideas for using ground ladders, no matter the size or location of your department.     Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2882 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/eht-episode-38-truck-ops-part-4-ground-ladders-part-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eht-episode-38-truck-ops-part-4-ground-ladders-part-1 Sat, 26 May 2018 22:37:51 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2880   This is part one of the use of ground ladders.  In this episode we discuss the challenges of where we store them, deploying them and some of the small nuances that can make all the difference in your ground ladder uses.   This is part one of the use of ground ladders.  In this episode we discuss the challenges of where we store them, deploying them and some of the small nuances that can make all the difference in your ground ladder uses. No matter how large or small your department, you will be faced with […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 52:28 2880 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/eht-episode-37-truck-ops-part-3-forcible-entry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eht-episode-37-truck-ops-part-3-forcible-entry Sat, 26 May 2018 22:16:45 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2878   In this episode the group discusses forcible entry for success on any fireground. Whether you’re urban, suburban or rural–the skills set is the same and the challenge of getting in and out are critical to our success.   Listen in and share!   In this episode the group discusses forcible entry for success on any fireground. Whether you’re urban, suburban or rural–the skills set is the same and the challenge of getting in and out are critical to our success.   Listen in and share! Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 1:10:40 2878 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/truck-ops-podcast-part-2-eht-episode-036/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=truck-ops-podcast-part-2-eht-episode-036 Thu, 19 Apr 2018 23:45:38 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2865   This episode discusses the transitioning from an engine or other company to the truck company.  Your panel discusses the differences you can expect when operating on a truck company as opposed to the engine.   This episode discusses the transitioning from an engine or other company to the truck company.  Your panel discusses the differences you can expect when operating on a truck company as opposed to the engine. The experience of the panel offers a unique perspective that can be applied to any department.  Remember, it’s not the […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2865 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/truck-ops-podcast-series-episode-1-intro/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=truck-ops-podcast-series-episode-1-intro Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:11:50 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2862     This is the first in a series of podcasts from Engine House Training, LLC that will discuss Truck Work.  We will be creating these series of podcasts on everything operational over the next several weeks and months.  So,     This is the first in a series of podcasts from Engine House Training, LLC that will discuss Truck Work.  We will be creating these series of podcasts on everything operational over the next several weeks and months.  So, be sure to stay tuned in for many more informational and fun podcasts on all […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2862 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/031-eht-the-double-edged-sword-of-loyalty-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=031-eht-the-double-edged-sword-of-loyalty-podcast Fri, 14 Jul 2017 22:24:47 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2803 The Double Edge Sword of Loyalty There are bad leaders out there, no doubt   “Management reserves the right to manage poorly”  What you should expect: Fair & consistent treatment   Genuine concern for your wellbeing & development   The tools & support ... The Double Edge Sword of Loyalty There are bad leaders out there, no doubt   “Management reserves the right to manage poorly”  What you should expect: Fair & consistent treatment   Genuine concern for your wellbeing & development   The tools & support you need to do your job   To be challenged and to […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2803 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/the-leadership-triad-eht-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-leadership-triad-eht-podcast Wed, 21 Jun 2017 20:09:05 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2799 Chief Dennis Reilly and Jason Hoevelmann discuss leadership for firefighters and fire officers specifically regarding being a consistent leader and officer using the Leadership Triad. It comes downs to a strong moral compass and the firm foundation bas... Chief Dennis Reilly and Jason Hoevelmann discuss leadership for firefighters and fire officers specifically regarding being a consistent leader and officer using the Leadership Triad. It comes downs to a strong moral compass and the firm foundation based on ethics and doing what’s right. THE MORAL & ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS OF BEING AN OFFICER: Your decisions […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2799 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/first-arriving-command-part-1-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=first-arriving-command-part-1-podcast Fri, 19 May 2017 20:51:37 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2794   Don’t over-compicate the roll of command. In this episode Chief Pronesti discusses a simple initial size up option that takes into account the building.  This is not the only option out there, just one we discussed in this particular episode.   Don’t over-compicate the roll of command. In this episode Chief Pronesti discusses a simple initial size up option that takes into account the building.  This is not the only option out there, just one we discussed in this particular episode.   Size–how do you determine size and define that for your crews? Use–understand the […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2794 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/columbia-memorial-stair-climb/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=columbia-memorial-stair-climb Sat, 08 Apr 2017 13:51:24 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2789 Check out their page at Columbia Memorial Stair Climb After you climb 110 stories you will feel an overwhelming sense of pride. Sure, you’ll be proud that you finished the climb, but more importantly, you’ll take pride in knowing that in this great cou... Check out their page at Columbia Memorial Stair Climb After you climb 110 stories you will feel an overwhelming sense of pride. Sure, you’ll be proud that you finished the climb, but more importantly, you’ll take pride in knowing that in this great country there are still hero’s that are willing to make the ultimate […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2789 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/surviving-the-poor-company-or-department/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=surviving-the-poor-company-or-department https://www.enginehousetraining.com/surviving-the-poor-company-or-department/#comments Fri, 17 Mar 2017 01:51:12 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=2784 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/surviving-the-poor-company-or-department/feed/ 1 Chief Reilly took some fabulous notes, here they are: Set your standards, your own code, and then live by them. Do not allow others to define what good or bad is. Management always has the right to manage poorly Normally bad assignments done last forev... Chief Reilly took some fabulous notes, here they are: Set your standards, your own code, and then live by them. Do not allow others to define what good or bad is. Management always has the right to manage poorly Normally bad assignments done last forever. Don’t do something that will stay with you for your […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 2784 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/setting-expectations-part-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=setting-expectations-part-1 Fri, 22 Jul 2016 01:51:10 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=875   This podcast addresses only three components of setting expectations for your members. It is really one of the most important things you need to do as a newly promoted officer, or if you are trying to gain control of a division, shift or crew.   This podcast addresses only three components of setting expectations for your members. It is really one of the most important things you need to do as a newly promoted officer, or if you are trying to gain control of a division, shift or crew. If they don’t know what’s expected, it’s impossible for you […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 875 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/with-or-without-the-hose-line/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=with-or-without-the-hose-line Fri, 15 Jul 2016 23:15:32 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=871 In the last few weeks I posted about being aggressive. In that post I mentioned that we, our department, will search without a hose line. This seemed to raise some eyebrows and concern about what I said. This podcast addresses what I mean by that and s... In the last few weeks I posted about being aggressive. In that post I mentioned that we, our department, will search without a hose line. This seemed to raise some eyebrows and concern about what I said. This podcast addresses what I mean by that and some ways to search without the hose line in […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 871 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/take-the-high-road-no-gossip-allowed-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=take-the-high-road-no-gossip-allowed-podcast https://www.enginehousetraining.com/take-the-high-road-no-gossip-allowed-podcast/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2016 02:55:47 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=837 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/take-the-high-road-no-gossip-allowed-podcast/feed/ 1   This episode discusses the harm and challenges associated with speaking out of turn and partaking in the gossip that can be so ever prevalent. Take the high road, don’t participate and get all of the facts before speaking about something or someone.   This episode discusses the harm and challenges associated with speaking out of turn and partaking in the gossip that can be so ever prevalent. Take the high road, don’t participate and get all of the facts before speaking about something or someone. It can be harmful to the person being talked about and to […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 837 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/5-common-mistakes-new-fire-officers-make/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-common-mistakes-new-fire-officers-make https://www.enginehousetraining.com/5-common-mistakes-new-fire-officers-make/#comments Fri, 25 Mar 2016 22:32:03 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=833 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/5-common-mistakes-new-fire-officers-make/feed/ 1 Here is a video of a recent FREE webinar about five common mistakes that new fire officers tend make. These are by no means exclusive, but from my experience are committed by many new officers. -Don’t try to change the world -Don’t have an authority co... Here is a video of a recent FREE webinar about five common mistakes that new fire officers tend make. These are by no means exclusive, but from my experience are committed by many new officers. -Don’t try to change the world -Don’t have an authority complex -Don’t micromanage -Don’t be a quitter -Don’t avoid discipline […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 833 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/basics-of-bailout-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=basics-of-bailout-podcast Fri, 11 Mar 2016 02:42:43 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=810 Bailout is a last option for us when things go bad. We can do all of the right things and still find ourselves in trouble. It doesn’t and won’t happen often when we train and operate in standard manners, but we have to be prepared. Bailout is a last option for us when things go bad. We can do all of the right things and still find ourselves in trouble. It doesn’t and won’t happen often when we train and operate in standard manners, but we have to be prepared. This podcast discusses some basic concepts that we at Engine […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 810 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/for-the-good-of-the-group-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=for-the-good-of-the-group-podcast https://www.enginehousetraining.com/for-the-good-of-the-group-podcast/#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2016 03:12:25 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=808 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/for-the-good-of-the-group-podcast/feed/ 1   This episode discusses our intentions and how, as leaders and fire officers, we need to put the group ahead of ourselves. Servant leadership is real and it makes a difference in your relationships and effectiveness as a leader.   This episode discusses our intentions and how, as leaders and fire officers, we need to put the group ahead of ourselves. Servant leadership is real and it makes a difference in your relationships and effectiveness as a leader. I have four basic priorities for myself and my members when on duty and in this […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 808 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/preparing-for-the-fight-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preparing-for-the-fight-podcast Mon, 29 Feb 2016 17:04:01 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=793 Captain and Lead Instructor from Engine House Training, LLC, Steve Heidbreder talks about how to prepare for the fight when coming on duty for walking into the engine house as volunteer. Captain and Lead Instructor from Engine House Training, LLC, Steve Heidbreder talks about how to prepare for the fight when coming on duty for walking into the engine house as volunteer. Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 14:58 793 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/the-sniper-effect-bring-them-along-one-at-a-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-sniper-effect-bring-them-along-one-at-a-time Mon, 29 Feb 2016 04:03:09 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=791 This podcast discusses how difficult it can be work and exist in an environment of people that aren’t like-minded. Many of us want to include others in our enthusiasm and pride for our job, and it is not easy to do that. This podcast discusses how difficult it can be work and exist in an environment of people that aren’t like-minded. Many of us want to include others in our enthusiasm and pride for our job, and it is not easy to do that. We have to be realistic in how we gather support and conversion, if […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 791 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/over-coming-challenges-of-limited-water-areas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=over-coming-challenges-of-limited-water-areas Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:32:30 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=775 This episode we discuss some items to consider when handling limited or no water area incidents. You have to know where these are in your response area and have a plan to over-come the problem. Each has the potential for being a challenge, This episode we discuss some items to consider when handling limited or no water area incidents. You have to know where these are in your response area and have a plan to over-come the problem. Each has the potential for being a challenge, but this can be easily conquered by preplanning and training. Be familiar […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 18:55 775 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/four-principles-for-success-for-the-fire-officer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=four-principles-for-success-for-the-fire-officer https://www.enginehousetraining.com/four-principles-for-success-for-the-fire-officer/#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2016 02:33:23 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=766 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/four-principles-for-success-for-the-fire-officer/feed/ 2   In this episode we discuss four principles that will help the fire officer, or individual in any walk of life be successful and provides guidance in being effective. Be generous Be constructive Be productive Be aggressive I am also attaching a link t...   In this episode we discuss four principles that will help the fire officer, or individual in any walk of life be successful and provides guidance in being effective. Be generous Be constructive Be productive Be aggressive I am also attaching a link to the video and the Powerpoint that was used for the webinar […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 766 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/service-and-misc-calls-dont-be-complacent-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=service-and-misc-calls-dont-be-complacent-podcast Thu, 07 Jan 2016 15:08:39 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=762 This episode we discuss some items to consider when dealing with service and misc. calls.  It’s important that we don’t take these incidents lightly.  Each call has the potential for being a challenge, not matter how it is dispatched or what you think ... This episode we discuss some items to consider when dealing with service and misc. calls.  It’s important that we don’t take these incidents lightly.  Each call has the potential for being a challenge, not matter how it is dispatched or what you think it might be. For CO calls follow your guidelines for calling out […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 762 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/set-specific-goals-and-objectives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=set-specific-goals-and-objectives Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:35:12 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=760   This episode discusses the importance of setting very specific goals and objectives.  Being specific allows us to create a realistic and attainable plan to achieve our goals. We need to set bench marks and a written record of our progress,   This episode discusses the importance of setting very specific goals and objectives.  Being specific allows us to create a realistic and attainable plan to achieve our goals. We need to set bench marks and a written record of our progress, successes and set backs.  Below is an example of some specific goals and objectives […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 760 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/mayday-basics-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mayday-basics-podcast Sat, 02 Jan 2016 03:11:59 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=739 This is a short podcast discussing some basics of calling the Mayday. In this episode we discuss the shift from using LUNAR to the three W’s. Who are you? What happened to you? Where are you? With those three questions, This is a short podcast discussing some basics of calling the Mayday. In this episode we discuss the shift from using LUNAR to the three W’s. Who are you? What happened to you? Where are you? With those three questions, as a firefighter we can provide pertinent information and not have to try to remember […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 739 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/company-planning-at-buildings-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=company-planning-at-buildings-podcast Tue, 15 Dec 2015 21:21:21 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=727   Weekly Company Drill Building Familiarization This drill is a size up and familiarization drill. It can be broken up into several parts and get as much information gathered as possible. The objective of this drill is to identify specific hose length ...   Weekly Company Drill Building Familiarization This drill is a size up and familiarization drill. It can be broken up into several parts and get as much information gathered as possible. The objective of this drill is to identify specific hose length stretches for large complexes or buildings that may test the ability of your […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 727 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/core-values/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=core-values Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:32:45 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=708 This episode we discuss the importance of core values when creating your mission plan for progressing and improvement. The core values are our cornerstone about what we are about and who we are. They are not negotiable. This episode we discuss the importance of core values when creating your mission plan for progressing and improvement. The core values are our cornerstone about what we are about and who we are. They are not negotiable. Below is an example of some core values from a prior student: Core Values Professionalism: In and out […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 708 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/ground-ladders-discussion-and-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ground-ladders-discussion-and-podcast Tue, 08 Dec 2015 01:17:08 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=705   This episode is a discussion about ground ladders. It’s a basic piece of equipment that has such a huge value to us on the fire ground, but in many cases, get’s forgotten. They’re forgotten until they are needed,   This episode is a discussion about ground ladders. It’s a basic piece of equipment that has such a huge value to us on the fire ground, but in many cases, get’s forgotten. They’re forgotten until they are needed, and then it could be a life and death situation for firefighters and victims. We talk […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 705 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/have-a-vision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=have-a-vision Wed, 02 Dec 2015 15:39:25 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=702 In this episode I discuss the importance of having a vision. We must have a vision to be able to get where we want to go in life and in our professions.  It is imperative that we see where we want to be and create an actionable plan for getting there. In this episode I discuss the importance of having a vision. We must have a vision to be able to get where we want to go in life and in our professions.  It is imperative that we see where we want to be and create an actionable plan for getting there. That starts with creating […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 702 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/winter-operations-checklist-and-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=winter-operations-checklist-and-podcast Tue, 01 Dec 2015 20:01:55 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=700 Attached is an outline we used for a quick winter operations class at work. I ran across this the other day and thought it would be appropriate to post now.  The podcast is here for this topic as well.  Feel free to add and use this as you see fit. Attached is an outline we used for a quick winter operations class at work. I ran across this the other day and thought it would be appropriate to post now.  The podcast is here for this topic as well.  Feel free to add and use this as you see fit. If you have some great […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 700 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/be-thankful-for-the-hard-things/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=be-thankful-for-the-hard-things Tue, 01 Dec 2015 18:59:44 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=698 In this episode we take fall in line with the season of Thanksgiving and discuss being thankful for not only the things that are good and enjoyable in our lives, but also the things that are challenges or perceived failures. In this episode we take fall in line with the season of Thanksgiving and discuss being thankful for not only the things that are good and enjoyable in our lives, but also the things that are challenges or perceived failures. We can learn and grow so much more from the hard things than the good […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 24:03 698 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/the-monday-mantra-exceed-expectations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-monday-mantra-exceed-expectations Mon, 09 Nov 2015 03:29:15 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=674 Every Monday I will post a new podcast from Leading Under Fire to give you a little boost to get your week started. I will provide inspirational quotes, helpful tips and just straight encouragement to have the best week you can. Every Monday I will post a new podcast from Leading Under Fire to give you a little boost to get your week started. I will provide inspirational quotes, helpful tips and just straight encouragement to have the best week you can. This episode focusses on Exceeding Expectations. In this episode we discuss that meeting just […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 674 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/leadership-podcast-leading-under-fire/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=leadership-podcast-leading-under-fire Thu, 05 Nov 2015 02:52:04 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=672 Take listen to a new podcast from Co-Owner Jason Hoevelmann on leadership, Leading Under Fire.  Take a listen and share.   Take listen to a new podcast from Co-Owner Jason Hoevelmann on leadership, Leading Under Fire.  Take a listen and share.   Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 34:49 672 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-005-the-importance-of-knowing-and-training-with-personal-protective-equipment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-005-the-importance-of-knowing-and-training-with-personal-protective-equipment Fri, 13 Mar 2015 18:02:01 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=547 In this episode Engine House Training LLC Co-Owner and Lead Instructor Gary Graf discusses the importance of knowing your PPE. Every firefighter must practice and train with every aspect of his or her PPE. These basic items that we often take for grant... In this episode Engine House Training LLC Co-Owner and Lead Instructor Gary Graf discusses the importance of knowing your PPE. Every firefighter must practice and train with every aspect of his or her PPE. These basic items that we often take for granted will end up being the items that can truly mean the difference […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 15:02 547 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/5-tips-when-preparing-for-promotion-with-jason-hoevelmann/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-tips-when-preparing-for-promotion-with-jason-hoevelmann Sat, 28 Feb 2015 19:08:25 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=531 In this episode of the Engine House Training Podcast, Co-Owner and Lead Instructor Jason Hoevelmann discusses five critical things that you must be doing to prepare for a future promotion. Jason covers many of the misconceptions about the promotional p... In this episode of the Engine House Training Podcast, Co-Owner and Lead Instructor Jason Hoevelmann discusses five critical things that you must be doing to prepare for a future promotion. Jason covers many of the misconceptions about the promotional process and how to avoid them.  The process of promotion to the next level is not […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 26:59 531 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-003-street-smart-firefighting-in-hoarder-homes-with-ryan-pennington/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-003-street-smart-firefighting-in-hoarder-homes-with-ryan-pennington https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-003-street-smart-firefighting-in-hoarder-homes-with-ryan-pennington/#comments Fri, 20 Feb 2015 22:30:02 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=517 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-003-street-smart-firefighting-in-hoarder-homes-with-ryan-pennington/feed/ 1 In this episode, we talk with Ryan Pennington from Chamber of Hoarders about fighting fires in hoarder homes. Hoarding conditions present many hazards for firefighters from disorientation to collapse, and much more. In this episode, we talk with Ryan Pennington from Chamber of Hoarders about fighting fires in hoarder homes. Hoarding conditions present many hazards for firefighters from disorientation to collapse, and much more.  Ryan shares his street smart techniques that will help you safely and effectively fight these fires.  He share a mental checklist that you […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 29:18 517 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-002-a-story-of-survival-with-kansas-city-fire-captain-charley-cashen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-002-a-story-of-survival-with-kansas-city-fire-captain-charley-cashen https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-002-a-story-of-survival-with-kansas-city-fire-captain-charley-cashen/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2015 01:03:57 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=479 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-002-a-story-of-survival-with-kansas-city-fire-captain-charley-cashen/feed/ 7 In this episode of the Engine House Training Podcast, Kansas City, Missouri Fire Captain Charley Cashen shares his story of survival. Charley was caught in a rapidly changing fire while searching for a victim in the basement of a home in January 2015. In this episode of the Engine House Training Podcast, Kansas City, Missouri Fire Captain Charley Cashen shares his story of survival. Charley was caught in a rapidly changing fire while searching for a victim in the basement of a home in January 2015. Captain Cashen, a 30 year fire service veteran shares his experience, and […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 49:01 479 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-fools-talk-from-mu-winter-fire-school-2015/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-fools-talk-from-mu-winter-fire-school-2015 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-fools-talk-from-mu-winter-fire-school-2015/#comments Mon, 09 Feb 2015 03:19:26 +0000 http://www.enginehousetraining.com/?p=448 https://www.enginehousetraining.com/podcast-fools-talk-from-mu-winter-fire-school-2015/feed/ 2 In this interview we talk with members of the Muddy River Fools, Natural Fools, and Ozark Mountain Fools about the brotherhood and the FOOLS organization.  Great conversation about upcoming events, and all things firefighting. In this interview we talk with members of the Muddy River Fools, Natural Fools, and Ozark Mountain Fools about the brotherhood and the FOOLS organization.  Great conversation about upcoming events, and all things firefighting.  Recorded LIVE from University of Missouri Winter Fire School 2015. Ozark Mountain Fools on facebook – Click Here Natural Fools on […] Engine House Training, LLC Podcast and Blog 17:45 448 enginehousetraining@gmail.com (Engine House Training LLC)noFirefighter,Training,Fire,Service,Business,Leadership,Technology