What EMS Week 2026 Reminds Us About the Work Behind Every Call
In EMS, there is no single moment that defines the job. It is built on long shifts, quick decisions, and calls that rarely look the same …
October is National Fire Prevention Month!
October is Fire Prevention Month, and it is a time to raise fire safety awareness. Fire Prevention Month takes place in October every year and occurs in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week (October 8th – 14th). The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) created Fire Prevention Month in memory of the …
The Safety & Health Conference (SHC – FFCA)
Public Consulting Group (PCG) will be joining The Florida Fire Chiefs’ Assocation on Monday, October 9th through the 11th at The Safety and Health Conference. The goal of the event is to share awareness towards the hazards and risks inherent in the firefighting profession. Topics include, hazards exposure, mental health, …
Committed to Supporting Women in the Fire and EMS Industry
Author: Michelle Silvestre At Public Consulting Group (PCG) we strive for an equitable and inclusive workplace. One organization furthering these efforts in the Fire and EMS space is Women in Fire which is an interactive non-profit network that provides education, support, and advocacy for fire service women. Did you know …
Apply Now for the Wildfire Fuels Reduction Grant Opportunity
The Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) Program is accepting proposals from fire departments for Fuels Reduction Projects. The program is provided by the USDA Forest Service through a cooperative agreement with the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). All submissions are due by September 30, 2023. Eligible Organizations Organizations that are …
Pay Tribute to Fallen EMS Members: National EMS Memorial Service
Author: Valerie Palmeri While there are memorials and organizations that recognize fallen law enforcement and firefighters, there was a gap in EMS providers being recognized for their valiant efforts throughout their career. In 1991, the Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads (VAVRS) set out to correct this by recognizing EMS …
South Carolina EMS Association (SCEMSA) Leadership Conference
Public Consulting Group (PCG) will be joining The South Carolina EMS Association (SCEMSA) on Wednesday, September 27th through the 29th at The South Carolina EMS Association (SCEMSA) Leadership Conference. Topics to be discussed during this 3-day event include Updates on Medicare, Ambulance Service Finance & Sustainability, Risk Management and Billing Compliance …
National Association of Emergency & Fire Officials (NAEFO) Annual Conference
The National Assocation of Emergency Services & Fire Officials (NAEFO) will be holding a conference in in Las Vegas from September 18th-19th. The conference will be held at The Orleans Hotel & Casino. During this conference you can expect to hear about broad level leadership education from the nation’s leading …
National Association of EMTS (NAEMT)
EMS World EXPO in Partnership with NAEMT will be returning to New Orleans, LA for a 5-day event. The event will be from September 18th-22nd. The focus will be on achieving better patient outcomes through better education. At this event there will be thousands of EMS professionals from hundreds of …
AI in the EMS World
Author: Lauren Cantley AI has made a serious mark on the world once Chat GPT was announced near the end of 2022. Ever since becoming a hot topic, its popularity has only grown. However, there is more to AI than using it to dictate text or summarize literature. The article …
Fire-Rescue International (IAFC’s 150th Anniversary)
Public Consulting Group (PCG) will be a sponsor at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI)- International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Conference and Expo at the Kansas City Conventional Center located in Kansas City, MO. The event will be held from August 16th to the 18th. Come join thousands of the most …