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Hosted by VFIS · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 147 episodes
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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.
VFIS hosts Don't Risk It! Podcast, a education show with 147 episodes published.
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 S
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 Servi
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 Ba
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 invest
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. Some of the major areas of fidelity ri
Lives lost. Millions of dollars in damages. Up to four-year production delays for apparatus. These are just some of the potentially devastating costs that your emergency service organization could face because of a vehic
EMS personnel face very real threats each day, including the risk of violence. Melanie Kempf of Lancaster EMS joins Chris Rogers from VFIS to share how a seemingly routine call turned into a lifechanging experience. List
This episode looks at the benefits of an Injury Prevention Specialist in Emergency Services applying athletic trainer concepts to help prevent staff injuries. Specifically, Lancaster EMS in Pennsylvania is a front runner
On this episode we are joined by Brent Lewis, with Correll Insurance Group, Inc. Brent is the Regional Sales Director and Producer for VFIS of South Carolina. He helps us explore the role of service animals in emergency
A lack of understanding, limited communication, and stereotypes are just a few of the reasons that 911/communication center personnel and field first responders, like firefighters and EMS personnel, may have some animosi
EMS teams are often asked to be on standby at events, like community gatherings and sporting activities, to provide assistance if a participant or spectator needs medical aid. However, while these scenarios are common, t
The declining and aging volunteer firefighter base is a major concern for many fire departments and community leaders—especially in more rural areas and among smaller departments. To help combat this challenge, many emer
A vehicle or apparatus crash will typically cost your emergency service organization more now than ever, with year-after-year claim costs continuing to rise. From inflation, rising replacement costs, and increasing labor
Captain Randy Gates is a first responder, breathwork facilitator, wellness educator, and founder of Breath of Fire—but he didn't always understand the connection between mental and physical health. In Part 2 of our Nevad
After losing a "top-notch firefighter from a top-notch family" to suicide, Derek Reid and his fire department didn't know where to turn for support. This challenging time led to the creation of the revolutionary Nevada P
Drones have been a hot topic in emergency services for years. But, for some, it's still challenging to grasp how their capabilities outweigh the regulations and risks that come with them. In this episode, Paul DiCicco, E
Too many first responders are struck and injured or killed while working along the roadways each year—making it crucial for emergency service organizations to implement policies, procedures, and tools to help protect the
Did you know that vehicles striking fixed objects, like buildings or poles, as well as animals, including deer, are some of the most common claims that VFIS clients face? Adam Kinsey, Employee Compliance and Training Man
Does your EMS agency utilize whole blood for patients with severe blood loss? In this episode, EMS professionals from Sussex County EMS join VFIS podcast host Chris Rodgers to share how the use of whole blood, which incl
Every time your emergency service organization makes a leadership change, it's essential that change is represented across all of your organization's channels and entities. Members of our VFIS Risk Control and Education
Chris Rodgers
VFIS Industry Specialist · VFIS
9 appearances on this show
David Bradley
Marcus & Millichap
1 appearance on this show
Dave Bradley
COO · Australian Flyfishing Outfitters
1 appearance on this show
Jake Hoover
York Area United Fire and Rescue
1 appearance on this show
Darrell Fisher
New Holland EMS
1 appearance on this show
Melanie Kempf
Lancaster EMS
1 appearance on this show
Scott Harkins
VFIS and Glatfelter Insurance Group
1 appearance on this show
Randy Gates
Breath of Fire
1 appearance on this show
Paul DiCicco
Lee County Public Safety Department
1 appearance on this show
Chief Jordon Cramer
South Strabane Township Fire Department
1 appearance on this show
Adam Kinsey
St. Johnsville Ambulance
1 appearance on this show
Hervy Kornegay
Belfast Volunteer Fire Department
1 appearance on this show
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