4th ed. First Due Blog Carnival

The 4th edition of the First Due Blog Carnival asked contributors and readers what they would do if they were the USFA Administrator.

I consider Captain Schmoe’s to be the best effort in political posturing. Although he eloquently declines the nomination, he does so with literary grace as well as a suitable replacement.

Fire Critic’s agenda included more support of SAFER grants, minimum standards and a mandatory certification process and continued work on the USFA’s strategic plan. Critic acknowledges it will be baby steps, but the payoff in the end will be a more professional fire service.

Chief Reason has apparently been mulling this over long before the call for submissions. That or he thinks he’s actually being considered. His main platform is one of reducing firefighter fatalities by improving firefighter health.

And finally, yours truly.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this edition. Keep an eye out for the next upcoming edition and your chance to participate.

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• First Due Blog Carnival 6th Ed.
  “Social Media Policy” – November 29, 2010
• “Social Media Networking Policy”
  Response to First Due Blog Carnival – November 27, 2010