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Episode Synopsis
A new firefighter’s journey into the fire service:
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:
Why diversity and inclusivity matter in serving diverse communities effectively
How AI and drones are shaping the future of firefighting
Why you should strive to be 1% better every day
Hear from Sirena Allen-de Guzman, a firefighter in Sydney.
Sirena shares her inspiring journey into the fire service. She reflects on the multifaceted nature of the role, from supporting the local community to adapting to diverse challenges on the job. Sirena emphasizes the importance of teamwork, adhering to protocols, and the potential of emerging technologies like AI and drones to make firefighting safer and more efficient.
She talks about the need for greater diversity and inclusivity within the fire service to better understand and serve diverse communities. Sirena also appreciates the role of organizations like the Institution of Fire Engineers in fostering global connections and learning opportunities for firefighters. Guided by her personal motto of striving to be 1% better every day, Sirena’s perspective highlights the value of continuous growth and improvement in the fire service.
So take a listen to hear what she has to share!
Episode Resources:
AFAC25 Conference
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
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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:
Why diversity and inclusivity matter in serving diverse communities effectively
How AI and drones are shaping the future of firefighting
Why you should strive to be 1% better every day
Hear from Sirena Allen-de Guzman, a firefighter in Sydney.
Sirena shares her inspiring journey into the fire service. She reflects on the multifaceted nature of the role, from supporting the local community to adapting to diverse challenges on the job. Sirena emphasizes the importance of teamwork, adhering to protocols, and the potential of emerging technologies like AI and drones to make firefighting safer and more efficient.
She talks about the need for greater diversity and inclusivity within the fire service to better understand and serve diverse communities. Sirena also appreciates the role of organizations like the Institution of Fire Engineers in fostering global connections and learning opportunities for firefighters. Guided by her personal motto of striving to be 1% better every day, Sirena’s perspective highlights the value of continuous growth and improvement in the fire service.
So take a listen to hear what she has to share!
Episode Resources:
AFAC25 Conference
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
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