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What Every New Firefighter Should Know

The first day on the job can be difficult – and sometimes, downright intimidating. There is no doubt, the journey to becoming a firefighter is a long one, yet soon you will realize that every training and trial was worth it. A career as a firefighter is mentally and physically demanding, but it is

Welcome Trisha Scott, Office and Accounting Assistant

Fire-Dex is excited to announce that Trisha Scott joined the team Monday, September 16 as a new Office & Accounting Assistant.

Fire-Dex Recognized as One of Northeast Ohio's 99 Best Workplaces for the 4th Year!

Medina, Ohio – September 24, 2019- Fire-Dex is proud to be recognized as a 4-time recipient of the Northcoast 99 Award.

The Rise of EMS in the Fire Service

Non-Fire Calls On The Rise

The services provided by fire departments have evolved significantly over time, with a shift towards responding to more medical emergencies than actual fire scenes. Dispatch calls may now lead firefighters to respond to various scenarios such as motor vehicle accidents

Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday

For years, the stern, but approachable, Smokey Bear wearing a ranger hat, jeans and boots, has taught generations of Americans about fire safety and prevention. In fact, the “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires” campaign is the longest-running public service campaign in U.S. history. 

Fire-Dex Acquires Gear Wash, a Milwaukee-based Clean & Repair Facility

Medina, Ohio – August, 7, 2019 - Fire-Dex announced today the acquisition of Gear Wash, a verified Independent Service Provider (ISP) of clean and repair services, based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Old Firehouse Transformed into Cleveland Museum to Preserve Firefighting History

The Western Reserve Fire Museum & Education Center

Welcome to our newest Territory Sales Representative

We welcomed another Territory Sales Representative to the team today. Bart Brown, of Northern Mississippi, was hired to focus on building and strengthening relationships with fire departments in Tennessee and Alabama. He reports to David Moore, Regional Sales Manager and will be instrumental in the

Lieutenant Survives Extreme Heat in Back to Back Fires

Kalkaska Township was recently dispatched to a house fire. Upon arrival, crews were in a defensive attack and within 5 minutes, one crew switched to an interior attack. During the first 45-minute air bottle, they tore down much of the ceiling while being exposed to some heat and fire. After, they

Q&A with Customer Relations Manager Taylor Burke-Gilman

Taylor Burke-Gilman joined Fire-Dex family in January of 2019 as Customer Relations Manager! Get to know more about Taylor and her hobbies in our Q&A.

  

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