Episode 244: Proactive Fire Safety: Embracing Community Risk Reduction with Kevin Sehlmeyer

Episode • Oct 17, 2024 • 23m

What does community risk reduction involve, and how can we do better?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

How is community risk reduction (CRR) transforming fire safety?

What’s the impact of proactive measures and unified voices in the fire service?

What’s the critical role of smart devices, smoke alarms, and data collection in enhancing community safety and reducing fire risks?

Hear from Kevin Sehlmeyer - the Director of the Bureau of Fire Services for the State of Michigan.

Kevin explores the essential aspects of community risk reduction (CRR) and its critical role in the fire service. He emphasizes the importance of educating the community, installing safety features, and addressing specific risks based on local contexts.

He also talks about the significance of engaging stakeholders and leveraging technology, such as the NERIS app, to enhance CRR efforts. Kevin leaves us with insights on the challenges faced in fire safety and the necessity of a unified voice in the fire service.

So take a listen to hear what he has to share!

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