American Command is a unique course taught by Chief Halton that covers the basics of command. Not command as a fireground function but command as a way of life for the American fire officer and senior firefighter. Officers learn the art of command from their seniors in their first days as firefighters and cadets. Learning how to counsel, advance skills and knowledge in the art and science of firefighting is the basis of command. In this interactive program chief Halton will cover an overview of the command phenomena, students will participate in analysis of today’s field issues look at a list of major trends in each topic, discuss potential research work and books on those specific topics and engage in reflection and discussion regarding command issues the American fire service.
Fire Chief Bobby Halton ret. is currently editor in chief of Fire Engineering magazine and education director of the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC). Chief Halton began his career in structural firefighting with the Albuquerque Fire Department and rose through the ranks to include chief of training. Bobby was chief of operations until his retirement from Albuquerque in 2004. He then became chief of the Coppell (TX) Fire Department, Bobby left Coppell to assume the duties as editor in chief of Fire Engineering Magazine.
Chief Halton is a graduate of the University of New Mexico, left a member in good standing with the International Association of Fire Fighters, is a member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, and has served on several of the National Fire Protection Association technical committees. He is active with the National Fallen Firefighters the Congressional Fire Services Institute and the Firefighters Cancer Support Network. He has done extensive speaking and training for the fire service in the United States and internationally.
Specialties: USAR, Structural firefighting specialist, Haz Mat, Terrorism, EMS, Wildland interface.
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MAKING A MONSTER - Fire Engineering
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Firefighting MAKING A MONSTER 10.14.19 Don’t make a monster out of pump operations! Training, practice, and preparation will make a kitten out of that intimidating beast of gauges, levers, and intak...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Outrage: Facebook BLOCKS ad for 9/11 tribute saying it goes against their “core value” - Nine Line News
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To learn more about our mission, visit: www.ninelineapparel.com AUFKM? Yesterday, Facebook blocked an ad we posted for “Unshaken Courage,” an original 4-part docuseries Nine Line has produced ...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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They are correct. It is against their core values.... and that's the problem.
Bobby Halton
5 months ago
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Mine is up here in NC too my friend. God Bless America and those who fight for it!
Well played sir!
Happy Independence Day Chief!
I heard Colin Kaepernick was on his way to protest your flag but he got intercepted before he got there. Which isn't the first time that has happened.
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