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2012 Year End Reading List
Here is the listing of the books I have read this year, hope you enjoy!
Executricks, by Stanley Bing - a tonge-in-cheek look at how executives get paid big buck to not show up at work, and how you can apply these executive tactics to your own work situation.
Counterfeit Revival, by Hank Hanegraaff - uncovers the tricks and gimmicks that the church and televengelists utilize to work up a crowd, appear to perform miracles, and proclaim "spiritual revival".
The Marriage You've Always Wanted, by Gary Chapman - one of the best books on marriage that I have read. Chapman answers the questions that both sexes have about marriage, and why their spouse is/does what they are/do.
Damage Control, by Eric Dezenhall - how to manage corporate crises.
All Pro Dad, by Mark Merrill - great resource on how to be the father you were meant to be, and that your kids need you to be. Read a complete review here.
Revolution, by George Barna - outlines what is required for the church to become what God wants it to be. It all starts with you becoming a spiritual revolutionary.
Customer Satisfaction is Worthless, Customer Loyalty is Priceless, by Jeffrey Gitomer - entertainingly written, this is must read for every business, and public service agency. Gitomer describes in detail how to create loyal customers who freely tell others about your business/service, creating more loyal customers. The best customer service read out there!
The $100 Startup, by Chris Guillebeau - follow your dreams, do what you love, don't go broke in the process.
The Power of the Prophetic Blessing, by John Hagee - see how Israel has become a blessed nation, pray the same blessing over your children and family that the Jewish people have been praying over there's since the beginning. Watch an interview with the author, and read a full review, here.
Fire Monks, by Colleen Morton Busch - the harrowing true story of how 5 Buddhist monks successfully defended their community from a raging California wildfire. Read the full review, here.
Wisdom Meets Passion, by Dan Miller - do what you love without sacrificing the things that you don't. Great resource for those that are unsatisfied with their current career situation, and are looking for guidance on pursuing something they are passionate about. Read a full review, here.
Who Needs a Superhero? , by H. Michael Brewer - finding God in the comics. Brewer successfully links common comic book super hero figures, to our relationship with Christ.
The Harbinger, by Jonathan Cahn - reads like a novel, however, this is a factual book concerning 9/11 and the spiritual curse that has been brought upon our nation. See an interview with the author, here.
Golf for Weekend Warriors, by Randy Howe - an introduction to the game of golf. Written in a fun, commical tone. Perfect for those just starting or planning to take up the game of golf (or for a spouse who just doesn't "get it").
Top magazines I subscribed to this year include, Forbes, GQ, Christianity Today, Outreach, and Inc.
Hope you have a great year in 2013!
What are some books you read in 2012? What book(s) have had the greatest impact on your life?
Top magazines I subscribed to this year include, Forbes, GQ, Christianity Today, Outreach, and Inc.
Hope you have a great year in 2013!
What are some books you read in 2012? What book(s) have had the greatest impact on your life?
Top Posts for July
Here are the top viewed posts for the month of July:
- Building a Kiosk
- Electrical Safety
- 13 Changes to NFPA 13
- 6 Ways to Get People to Your Presentation
- How Can I Solve Your Problem? [SURVEY]
- Building a Car Wash
- Eating Your Own Cooking
- A Prevention Primer
- Fire Service Sun Tzu [Part 1]
200 Posts
- Eating Your Own Cooking
- 6 Ways to Get People to Your Presentation
- Electrical Safety
- A Prevention Primer
- Building Fire Stations
- What in the HDPE is going on?
- From Mall to Mega-Church
- Grill Fire Kills 6
- 15 Steps to Stop Church Arson
- Flammable Liquids Storage
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Top 10 Posts for May
Here are the top 10 most viewed post for the month of May, 2012.
- Eating Your Own Cooking
- 6 Ways to Get People To Your Presentation
- 15 Steps to Stop Church Arson
- Wind Turbine Response
- Electrical Safety
- Building a Kiosk
- From Mall to Mega-Church
- 13 Changes to NFPA 13
- Flammable Liquids Storage
- NFPA 402 - FREE Training Guide
Freedom Is Not Free
Today, as Americans, we pause to remember that our freedom is not free.
"Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be
not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." Galatians 5:1
Prevent Youth Firesetting [PODCAST]
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Show Notes
- U.S. Fire Administration
- Straight Talk, University of Michigan
- FireSafe, UK
- Ignite, Martin County, FL
- Success for Teens
- In An Instant
What programs or resources does your department utilize to prevent youth fire setting?
Join our special guest, Mark Huetter, Battalion Chief, for our next live broadcast on May 26 at 10:30am, when we discuss Training and Mentoring for the Fire Service. Post any questions or comments regarding this show or any other fire service issues in the comments section below.
Youth Firesetting: A Growing Concern
Is juvenile arson a problem?
- Fire setting is the largest cause of home deaths among children.
- Almost 34% of victims of child-set fires are the children themselves.
- 55% of all U.S. arson arrests are children under 18 years of age.
- Fires set by children account for more than 250,000 fires per year.
- The average cost of a juvenile-set structure fire exceedes $20,000.
- Intentional fires ranked first among the major causes of structure fire dollar loss.
1. Curiosity/Eperimental
- children ages 2-10
- lack understanding of the destructive potential of fire
- ready access to lighters, matches, or open flame devices
- unsupervised
2. Troubled/Crisis
- mostly boys of all ages
- have set 2 or more fires
- use fire to express emotions
- may not understand consequences of uncontrolled fire
- will continue to set fire until needs are met or identified
- known as "cry for help" firesetters
3. Delinquent/Criminal
- teens with a history of firesetting, gangs, truancy, drug/alcohol abuse
- fires set with intent to destroy
- typically targets schools, open fields, dumpsters or abandoned structures
- leads to restitution and criminal punishment
4. Pathological/Emotionally Disturbed
- involves a psychiatric diagnoses
- fires may be random, ritualized, or with specific intent
- chronic history of school, behavioral, and social problems
- males/females of all ages
- has set multiple fires
Intervention strategies:
- General fire/life safety education.
- Specific youthfiresetting education.
- Character developement.
- Life skills training.
- Social services counseling.
- Mental health therapy.
- Juvenile justice.
- Be there for the child. Frequently older children and teens find it difficult to express their inner feelings to their parents. Because teachers are a positive adult role model, students may feel more comfortable sharing their troubles with your. Listen to your students’ verbal and nonverbal communications. Respond with a sincere respect for what they are sharing with you.
- Open lines of communication. Reassure your students that you want to hear about the feelings and events that have triggered the firesetting behavior. Listen in a positive and nonjudgmental manner. Your students need to understand that your goal is to stop the behavior because of your concern for their safety, and that you want to do that in a proactive and positive way.
- Create positive outlets. Firesetting is a behavior that expresses a student’s stress, anger and negative emotions. By providing opportunities to vent these emotions through positive avenues, you can diffuse some of those dangerous feelings. There are many options available to students, including: sports, mentors, and group counseling.
- Seek qualified help for your student. Crisis firesetting is a complex emotional issue. It is important that students are provided with the help of a qualified mental health professional who is experienced in dealing with juvenile firesetting cases. Traditional therapy, which simply explores “feelings,” is not appropriate in firesetting cases. A good place to start is your local fire department.
Top 10 Youth Firesetting Prevention Resources
"Prevent Youth Firesetting" is the theme for Arson Awareness Week 2012. This week is sponsored by the USFA. Their Arson Awareness Week page offers many resources for preventing youth firesetting, for public educators, and for juvenile firesetter intervention programs.
Here is a list of the top 10 most useful resources for the prevention of youth firesetting:
- NFPA 1035 : Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire and Life Safety Educator, Public Information Officer, and Juvenile Firesetter Intervention
- Firesetting By Children and Adolescents
- Factors Influencing Youth Firesetting Behavior
- Myths and Facts About Children and Fire
- Arson and Juveniles Responding to the Violence: Special Report
- Straight Talk
- StopFireSetting.com
- Success for Teens
- Texas School Fire Safety Curriculum Guides
- Fire In Your Home (booklet)
The Game Changer
This is the video every firefighter and their family should watch. It can save your life. It's true stories from your brothers about the risks of firefighting and cancer. Firefighters are two to three times more likely to be diagnosed with cancer from the general public, but there are things that you can do to protect yourself.
Created by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue.
Understanding Autism - for First Responders
Check out prevent-educate.org.
Here are some things to consider when working with individuals with autism.
Communication:
- May be non-verbal or have limited verbal skills.
- May not respond to your commands or questions.
- May repeat your words and phrases, your body language, and emotional reactions.
- May have difficulty expressing needs.
- May display tantrums or extreme distress for no apparent reason.
- May laugh, giggle, or ignore your presence.
- May be extremely sensitive to lights, sounds, or touch.
- May display a lack of eye contact.
- May have no fear of real danger.
- May appear insensitive to pain.
- May exhibit self-stimulating behavior, such as, hand flapping, body rocking, or attachment to objects.
- Display calming body language; give extra personal space.
- Speak slowly, repeat, and rephrase your questions.
- Use concrete terms and ideas, avoid slang.
- Allow extra time for response.
- Give praise and encouragement.
- Seek advice from others who know the person with autism.
Top 7 Stories of the Week
Here are the top 7 headlines from this past week:
- Car Chargers Cause of Fire
- Sprinkler Systems for Seniors Homes, not Body Bags
- What color is your fire truck?
- New Fire Prevention Program Unveiled
- New Programs at Fire Prevention Symposium 20/20
- Why Fire Protection System Maintenance is a Firefighter Safety Issue
- Florida Firewise Community Put to the Test
Top 8 Must Read News Items
The top 8 "must read" news items this week:
- Vision 20/20 Models in Fire Prevention Symposium - Firehouse
- Fire Prevention and Safety Grants Open for Applications
- 'Get out!' _ 911 tape of plane hitting Fla. store
- Fire Protection Group, Inc. Picked for Crucial San Pedro Harbor Hydrant Project
- Official frustrated by state's fire history
- China enhances tomb sweeping safety
- Firefighters for hire: Insurance firms providing protection in high-risk areas ...
- Toxic fumes from patient close Fla. emergency room
2012 Fire Blog of Year
Every year The Fire Critic sponsors the 2012 Fire and EMS Blogs of Year. Below are the 2012 Fire Blogs of the year.
Readers choice: STATter911
Judges choice: Backstep Firefighter
See the whole list of nominees (including yours truly!) at The Fire Critic.
Readers choice: STATter911
Judges choice: Backstep Firefighter
See the whole list of nominees (including yours truly!) at The Fire Critic.
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