For those of you who are new to FireJournal LITE, getting some foundation about the app, how it is intended to be used, and how it will evolve may be useful. This application is designed to get you comfortable using … Read More
A Sneak Peek at the FireJournal Roadmap
FireJournal is an ever-expanding software solution for first responders. Designed by a combination of firefighters and software experts, FireJournal is unlike any other iOS software solution. To be different means starting with a simple but strong foundation, and to … Read More
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FireJournal for iPad is Released!
PureCommand is pleased to announce that FireJournal LITE for the iPad is now available for immediate download in the app store within iTunes. [ get the app ] “We’re delighted to be offering this initial release of FireJournal for first … Read More
Create an NFIRS Data Set with FireJournal
One of the nice things about using FireJournal is its ability to organize your data into the primary format required by the National Fire Incident Reporting System, or NFIRS. NFIRS is used by most fire departments, including the upload and … Read More
Modeling Future Disaster Readiness is Closer Than You Know.
It’s been nearly 11 years since the tragedy of 9/11 in New York, Pennsylvania, and the Pentagon. In that time, remarkable work has been done relative to counter terrorism. But we’re still in the midst of evolution relative to the … Read More
Maintaining Company Integrity
Maintaining integrity with your crew is essential to firefighter safety. Personnel Accountability (PAR) and Company Accountability (CAR) are mainstream fundamentals for every fire agency – regardless of the population served. One of the most vital issues in maintaining company integrity … Read More
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Is Social Media Good for Fire Companies?
There’s no doubt that the use of social media for public relations and public distribution of information is a powerful tool. It’s a tool that a city government or first responders can use to their benefit. Evacuations, weather or traffic … Read More
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The Importance of Simulations
In the 1960s, structure fires were a common occurrence in large urban cities. As a result of evolution of the fire code, technology, and fire suppression tactics, fires are no longer the daily part of many firefighters lives. In Los … Read More
Getting Started with ICS 100
FEMA offers a series of online courses in Incident Command. If you’re in the fire or emergency services business, you’ve probably already completed a series of ICS education programs. If you’re new to ICS, then get ready to rev up … Read More
Development Update
Progress relative to the development of our iOS Command Journal solution is progressing nicely. The issues involved with development can be challenging if you permit too many new issues to be added as you move along. We refer to that … Read More
