Coffee with the Fire Chief

The OSFM stopped by the Quincy Fire Department and sat down with Deputy Chief Michael Dade to learn about his unique journey to the fire service. He also talks about the importance of diversity and how a department should reflect the community that they serve.

The OSFM celebrated Black History Month and stopped by to visit with Richton Park Fire Chief Mick Smith about the importance of diversity in the fire service. Chief Smith shares his story and some thoughts on ways we can all work together to make a more unified society through diversity.

Bethany Fire Protection District Fire Chief Michael Jennings encourages folks to reach out to their local departments and volunteer. There is a job for everyone in a department.

It's Women's History Month and OSFM sat down with Metropolis Fire Department's first career female firefighter Gabriel Wrye to learn more about her story. She gives some advise to young ladies who are chasing their dreams.

Illinois State Fire Marshal James A. Rivera thanks all Illinois First Responders for their hard work and dedication to helping keep their communities safe. 

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.

Bethany Fire Protection District Chief Michael Jennings shows kids what a firefighter will look and sound like if they have to come into a home.

The PS&E division has created a tutorial explaining the recent changes to the roster portion of the PS&E Online system.

The City of Rockford Fire Department is taking a unique approach to helping its residents with medical assistance.

Chicago Fire Department Fire Commissioner Ford talks about Chicago’s preplanning and fire education programs

Learn about OSFM’s Fire Inspectors and why following fire codes are so important

OSFM Technical Services Section Chief Cathy Stashak talks about plan reviews and other services offered.

Illinois State Fire Marshal's Chief Operating Officer Dale Simpson visited with students at St. Aloysius in Springfield

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.