State Fire Marshal Matt Perez sits down with Westchester Fire Chief Mike Mavrogeorge in this episode. Chief Mavrogeorge talks about the department and what his plans are for the future.
On this episode of Coffee with the Chief, Fire Marshal Perez heads to his home department where he sits down with Aurora Fire Chief Gary Krienitz to learn about what the future of the department looks like.
Fire Marshal Perez sits down with Chicago's Fire Department Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt in the latest edition of Coffee with the Chief as the OSFM Celebrated Black History Month. Learn more about the Chicago Fire Department and what Commissioner Nance-Holt envisions the department looking like in the future.
Fire Marshal Perez sits down with Broadview Fire Chief Tracy Kenny in our latest edition of Coffee with the Chief. Learn about some of the great things happening at the department.
Coffee with the Fire Chief is a new segment where OSFM is highlighting small and volunteer fire departments across the state. The first segment was with the Lincoln Rural Fire Department.
Marsha Giesler talks about her unique journey to the fire service and the wonderful memories teaching fire safety. Marsha also provides some great advice when it comes to choosing the right career for you.
Westchester Firefighter/Paramedic Kate O'Brien talks about her family's history in the fire service and how she hopes to make her kids proud. She also provides some great advice for anyone looking to make the fire service their career choice during Women's History Month
We talk with Sandy Macari from the Findlay Fire Protection District about her 18 years of experience as a firefighter/EMT during Women's History Month.
The OSFM celebrated Black History Month as we sit down with Rockford Fire Department Recruiter Robert Bo Chaney. He talks about the importance of diversity and how he helps to work with youth in the community to help them succeed.
September is Campus Fire Safety Month. OSFM visited the University of Illinois-Springfield to speak with campus leaders about how they prepare students and maintain a fire-safe campus.