Bob Elling, MPA, EMT-P
Beyond Socializing: Using the Power of Social Media to Improve Public Safety
Social media usage and engagement is rapidly increasing. This information is likely not surprising if you are reading this article after clicking on a link from our Facebook post or tweet! According to a Pew Research Center analysis on American adults who use the internet:
Topics: social media, EMS, Fire, First Responder, safety
As the school year draws to a close, many college and university students are researching and choosing their on- or off-campus housing for their return in September. With final examinations looming, boxes being hastily packed up, and end of the year parties in full swing, choosing a safe housing option for the start of next semester is not always a top priority for students. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) urges students and parents to stay informed on campus fire safety steps they can take now to ensure a safe school year ahead.
Topics: Safety, United States Fire Administration, campus housing, college, EMS, Fire, National Fire Protection Association, safety, university