Episodes 138
Avg. Duration 15m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2020
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Don't Risk It is designed to help emergency service organizations better protect their responders, equipment and clients by covering a range of safety-related topics. Every other week, host Chris Rodgers, of VFIS Client Risk Solutions, will speak with industry veterans and risk management experts to discuss what crews can do to help limit common ESO exposures. Don't miss a single episode of Don't Risk It! Subscribe today.

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Recent Episodes

S26E7 Injury Prevention Specialists in Emergency Service

Apr 14, 2026 17m

This episode looks at the benefits of an Injury Prevention Specialist in Emergency Services applying athletic trainer concepts to help prevent staff injuries. Specifically, Lancaster EMS in…

S26E6 Service Animals in Emergency Services

Mar 31, 2026 18m

On this episode we are joined by Brent Lewis, with Correll Insurance Group, Inc. Brent is the Regional Sales Director and Producer for VFIS of South Carolina. He helps us explore the role of service…

S26E5 Enhancing Relationships Between 911 Operators & Field First Responders

Mar 17, 2026 12m

A lack of understanding, limited communication, and stereotypes are just a few of the reasons that 911/communication center personnel and field first responders, like firefighters and EMS personnel,…

S26E5 EMS Special Event Standby Agreement Considerations

Mar 03, 2026 11m

EMS teams are often asked to be on standby at events, like community gatherings and sporting activities, to provide assistance if a participant or spectator needs medical aid. However, while these…

S26E4 Properly Maintaining Your Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP)

Feb 17, 2026 8m

The declining and aging volunteer firefighter base is a major concern for many fire departments and community leaders—especially in more rural areas and among smaller departments. To help combat…

S26E3 Managing the Cost of Risk in Your ESO

Feb 03, 2026 21m

A vehicle or apparatus crash will typically cost your emergency service organization more now than ever, with year-after-year claim costs continuing to rise. From inflation, rising replacement…

S26E2 Breathwork: A Mental Health & Wellness Technique for First Responders

Jan 20, 2026 30m

Captain Randy Gates is a first responder, breathwork facilitator, wellness educator, and founder of Breath of Fire—but he didn't always understand the connection between mental and physical health.…

S26E1 Behind the Scenes of the Nevada Peer Support Network

Jan 06, 2026 42m

After losing a "top-notch firefighter from a top-notch family" to suicide, Derek Reid and his fire department didn't know where to turn for support. This challenging time led to the creation of the…

S25E22 Innovative Ways to Use Drones to Aid Emergency Response & Help Reduce Risks

Nov 11, 2025 27m

Drones have been a hot topic in emergency services for years. But, for some, it's still challenging to grasp how their capabilities outweigh the regulations and risks that come with them. In this…

S25E21 Roadway Response: Protecting First Responders with Truck-Mounted Attenuators

Oct 28, 2025 22m

Too many first responders are struck and injured or killed while working along the roadways each year—making it crucial for emergency service organizations to implement policies, procedures, and…

S25E20 Protecting Your Emergency Vehicles with Brush Guards

Oct 14, 2025 16m

Did you know that vehicles striking fixed objects, like buildings or poles, as well as animals, including deer, are some of the most common claims that VFIS clients face? Adam Kinsey, Employee…

S25E19 The Use of Whole Blood in EMS Care

Sep 30, 2025 41m

Does your EMS agency utilize whole blood for patients with severe blood loss? In this episode, EMS professionals from Sussex County EMS join VFIS podcast host Chris Rodgers to share how the use of…

S25E18 To-Do List for New Emergency Services Leaders

Sep 16, 2025 12m

Every time your emergency service organization makes a leadership change, it's essential that change is represented across all of your organization's channels and entities. Members of our VFIS Risk…

S25E17 Utilizing Blocking Vehicles Along Roadways

Sep 02, 2025 14m

Emergency services personnel and their vehicles are increasingly being struck by fellow motorists while responding to emergencies along roadways, resulting in significant damage, injuries, and even…

S25E16 Citizens Fire Academy: A Community Engagement Tool

Aug 05, 2025 31m

Is your fire department looking for new or better ways to engage with your community? Chris Rodgers, Industry Specialist with VFIS, sat down with Fire Chief Dan Hoff from York Area United Fire &…

S25E15 Underwriting Junior Member Programs

Jul 22, 2025 8m

Junior Member Program Liability can be a large exposure for an Emergency Service Organization. In this episode, Rachel Breen and Greg Lidstrom of VFIS Underwriting and Dave Bradley of Client Risk…

S25E14 Modified Response

Jul 08, 2025 16m

In this episode we discuss the concept of modified response in emergency services, what it means and how to integrate it into your operations.

S25E13 Freedom House Ambulance

Jun 24, 2025 6m

VFIS Education Specialist Nicole Dugan joins us to learn about Freedom House Ambulance—the first paramedic program in the US, which was fully-staffed by African Americans, and their notable impact on…

S25E12 Responder Help Updates for 2025

Jun 10, 2025 8m

Responder Help is a one stop source for Fire and EMS resources. In this episode, Rick Gurba, Director of VFIS Education and Training, talks about updates made to the site and gives an overview of the…

S25E11 Catastrophic Storm Preparation

May 27, 2025 27m

Proof of loss, points of contact and more – In this episode, Mike Leatherwood, Jeff Paul, and Greg Joy of Glatfelter Claims Management discuss items your organization should consider when preparing…

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