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Home of Blue Card. We train, evaluate & certify fire department incident commanders. Alan Brunacini's leadership principles. We want thinking fire officers! Our links are here: linktr.ee/BShifter

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It’s Tuesday, and our Blue Card Train-the-Trainer week is in full swing at the Alan V. Brunacini Command Training Center in Phoenix. 2025 courses are filling fast as departments invest in confident, competent command instructors.
πŸ‘‰ BShifter.com
#BlueCardIC #TrainTheTrainer #CommandTraining

06.05.2025 15:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New B Shifter!
Worcester Fire District Chief Gary Fleischer joins us to break down fireground tactics in century-old wood-frame buildings especially New England’s iconic triple-deckers.
A must-listen for anyone operating in legacy neighborhoods. Tune in now! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

03.04.2025 16:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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B Shifter – Authentic Leadership + Command Training

NIOSH reports from LODDs involving structure fires from the last 10 years are available at bshifter.com

02.04.2025 16:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 Blue Card Hazard-Zone Conference
When: Sept. 29–Oct. 3, 2025
Where: Cincinnati/Sharonville, Ohio
More information: bshifter.com/2024-blue-ca...
Every registration comes with a FREE transferable Blue Card Subscription! This year's event offers FIVE pre-conference workshopsβ€”Sign up today!

02.04.2025 15:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✈️ Structure fires and aircraft incidents are NOT the same. That’s why we’re launching the Blue Card ARFF Module.
πŸ”₯ ARFF Train-the-Trainer Workshop
πŸ“… June 23–25, 2025
πŸ“ The Alan V. Brunacini CTC – Phoenix, AZ
πŸ‘‰ Register now & lead the way in ARFF command!
bshifter.com

02.04.2025 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 One week away! 🚨
Join us at the Blue Card & B Shifter booth at FDIC in Indianapolis!
πŸ“ Booth #13035 – Indiana Convention Center
πŸ“… April 9–12, 2025

Got questions, stories, or ideas? We’re all ears. Let’s talk command, culture, and everything in between. See you there!

02.04.2025 15:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”₯ Lincoln FD Used Blue Card to Tackle 3-Structure Fire in Brutal Weather πŸ”₯

🎧 Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... | πŸ“Ί Watch: youtu.be/x2QoTi0Q8kY?...

02.04.2025 15:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Busy day behind the scenes! πŸ”₯
Yesterday, our crew was hard at work getting five brand-new SAFE-T props ready for the paint shop πŸŽ¨β€”each one headed to a different fire department across the country!
If you are interested in the SAFE-T program, contact josh@bshifter.com!

02.04.2025 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Mastering Incident Command Takes More Than Experience 🚨
πŸ”₯ In this must-read article, B Shifter’s Chief Ed Hartin (ret.) shares expert tips to sharpen your decision-making, boost your situational awareness, and lead with confidence when it matters most.
πŸ“– Read now on bshifter.com

02.04.2025 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš’πŸ”₯ This week, the Blue Card Lead Instructors had the honor of assisting the Springfield (OH) Fire Department with a Blue Card Certification Lab. It’s always a privilege to support departments dedicated to strong incident command and firefighter safety. Thank you for having us!

27.03.2025 17:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Busy week for the Blue Card!
We’re hitting multiple locations:
πŸ“ Portsmouth, NH – Blue Card Train-the-Trainer
πŸ“ Colerain Township, OH – Big Box Workshop
πŸ“ Avon on the Lake, OH – SAFE-T Train-the-Trainer
πŸ“ Springfield, OH – Blue Card Certification Lab
A lot of action in the Buckeye State & beyond!

24.03.2025 12:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš’πŸ”₯ Looking for top-tier FREE fire command and leadership resources? Check out B Shifter for expert articles, free downloadsβ€”including NIOSH reportsβ€”and more! Stay sharp, stay informed, and elevate your command game.
πŸ“–πŸ”— Explore now: bshifter.com

23.03.2025 18:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 New B Shifter Podcast Episode 🚨
We sat down with Chief Frank Leeb and Chris Stewart to discuss this pivotal incident and its place in the book 30 Fires You Must Know.

🎧 Listen now and honor the lessons learned from this tragedy. πŸ”₯πŸ‘‡
πŸ”— podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

13.03.2025 14:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Master Modern Fire Dynamics with SAFE-T
The SAFE-T (Size-Up & Fire Extinguishment Tactics) Train-the-Trainer (TtT) Workshop is your opportunity to expand your fireground knowledge and enhance your training capabilities.

11.03.2025 14:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš’ Oh, the places we get to go! πŸš’

Today, we’re kicking off a 5-day Blue Card Train-the-Trainer at Peabody Fire Department, home to the oldest operating fire headquarters in America! πŸ›πŸ”₯
This week, we’re training with:
βœ… Peabody Fire
βœ… Danvers Fire
βœ… Lynnfield Fire
βœ… North Reading Fire

10.03.2025 20:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Seats Available in June!
The 5-Day Blue Card Train-the-Trainer Course at the Alan V. Brunacini Command Training Center in Phoenix.
βœ… April 21-25
❌ May 5-9 – CLASS IS FULL!
πŸ”Ή June 9-13 – Seats open!
βœ… Sept. 8-12
βœ… Oct. 20-24
βœ… Nov. 3-7
βœ… Dec. 8-12
Register today πŸ‘‰ bluecardtraining.com/events.aspx

09.03.2025 17:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Monday Motivation: Secure Your Spot! 🚨
Start your week off strongβ€”register this week for the 2025 Blue Card Hazard Zone Conference! πŸ“… September 29 - October 3 in Cincinnati, OH.
πŸ”— Register now: bshifter.com/2024-blue-card-hazard-zone-conference

09.03.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš’πŸ”₯ Going to FDIC? Let’s Connect! πŸ”₯πŸš’
Stop by Booth 13035 in the Hoosier Corridor say hello, and get your Blue Card questions answered!
Want a one-on-one demo of the new AAR module? Reach out and schedule a meeting with us for an exclusive walkthrough!
Booth 13035 – Hoosier Corridor
Live Demos & Q&A

07.03.2025 14:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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βœ… Blue Card: The Gold Standard in Command Training βœ…

Blue Card is the only certification program that teaches the strategic decision-making model for a calm, controlled application of the 8 Functions of Commandβ€”leading to better outcomes for everyone! πŸš’πŸ”₯

Learn more: www.bshifter.com

07.03.2025 14:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🚨 New B Shifter Podcast Alert! 🚨
Nick Brunacini breaks down Command Safety and why safe and effective firefighting go hand in hand. πŸ”₯πŸ‘¨β€πŸš’
Don’t miss this crucial discussionβ€”watch it now! πŸŽ§πŸ“Ί
➑️ Watch here: youtu.be/VQTw4r14EBs?...
#BShifterPodcast #CommandSafety #FirefighterTraining #BlueCardIC

07.03.2025 14:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Inaugural ARFF Train-the-Trainer Announced! 🚨
πŸ“… June 23-25, 2025

Spots are limitedβ€”secure yours today: bluecardtraining.com/events.aspx

05.03.2025 16:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 5-Day Blue Card Train-the-Trainer
Fall dates at the Alan V. Brunacini Command Training Center in Phoenix are now posted, and classes fill up fastβ€”don’t miss out!
Register today at bluecardtraining.com/events.aspx

05.03.2025 15:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Blue Card After Action Review Webinar Series – Part 3 of 4
πŸ”₯ How Can You Manage If You Can’t Measure It? πŸ”₯
Blue Card Instructors: Don't just reviewβ€”refine and enhance your department’s performance!
πŸ“… Live Webinar, March 11 at 1 PM (EST)
πŸ”— Register now: streamyard.com/watch/qJUCxS...

05.03.2025 13:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 Blue Card Hazard-Zone Conference
When: Sept. 29–Oct. 3, 2025
Where: Cincinnati/Sharonville, Ohio
More information: bshifter.com/2024-blue-ca...
Every registration comes with a FREE Transferable Blue Card Subscription! This year's event offers FIVE pre-conference workshopsβ€”Sign up today!

04.03.2025 04:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ™οΈ B Shifter Podcast: Special ARFF Program Episode! ✈️πŸ”₯
We’re excited to introduce the newly developed ARFF Incident Command Programβ€”built specifically for airport firefighting!
This is a must-listen for ARFF ICs & responders! πŸ‘¨β€πŸš’πŸ‘©β€πŸš’ Listen HERE 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

04.03.2025 04:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 New Blue Card CE Module Alert! 🚨
New Blue Card Continuing Education (CE) module is here! This latest addition covers assigning units using Task, Location, and Objectives (TLOs) in mixed-use and multi-family buildings.
Log into your Blue Card account today to complete the module!

04.03.2025 04:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Fresh New Landing Page for All Things Blue Card & B Shifter! 🚨

Nick Brunacini breaks it all down here: πŸ‘‰ bshifter.com/tip-of-the-h...

#BlueCard #BShifter #FireCommand #IncidentCommand #FirefighterTraining πŸ”₯πŸš’

04.03.2025 04:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0