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Chief Marc Bashoor Joins FireRescue1.com as Executive Editor

Posted by: Robert Avsec, Executive Fire Officer May 22, 2018 0

Hey Loyal Readers of Talking “Shop” 4 Fire and EMS!

Fire Chief (Ret.) Marc Bashoor

As many of you know, I’ve had the honor and pleasure of being a regular contributor to FireRescue1.com for 5+ years now. I’m pleased to share this great news about a recent addition to the FireRescue1 team that just makes a great team even better (Kinda like the New York Yankees or the New England Patriots!).

Recently retired Fire Chief Marc Bashoor of Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department, where he led that department for more than six years and served for more than 29 years in total, has joined the Praetorian Digital Group team as the Executive Editor for FireRescue1.com and FireChief.com.

Read the Press Release Here!

About Robert Avsec, Executive Fire Officer

Battalion Chief (Ret.) Robert Avsec served with the men and women of the Chesterfield County (VA) Fire and EMS Department for 26 years. He’s now using his acquired knowledge, skills, and experiences as a freelance writer for FireRescue1.com and as the “blogger in chief” for this blog. Chief Avsec makes his home in Charleston, WV. Contact him via e-mail, [email protected].

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The Fire Service Psychology Association (FSPA) membership includes fire service leaders, psychologists, and masters-level mental health clinicians (e.g., LCSW, LPC, MFT) who are committed to "building a bridge between professional psychology and the fire service.
Two primary elements of that "bridge" are (1) developing Culturally Competent Clinicians and (2) developing a true understanding of the 5 domains of psychology (Assessments, Intervention, Industrial/Organizational, Operations, and Consultation) and what how they can improve the mental and behavioral health of firefighters and EMS personnel.
It’s essential to practice self-care and check in with yourself regularly. Be aware of how you’re feeling, especially after difficult shifts. Don’t let symptoms of trauma or stress reach a dangerous level. Visit the FSPA website, www.firepsychology.org for more information, including how you can join the effort to "build the bridge!"