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Artificial Intelligence in the Fire Service

AI is quickly becoming a tactical reality for the fire service. This course will explore considerations when implementing AI in the fire service.

Format

Online Course

Starting Date

April 6

Duration

35 Minutes

Price

Free

About the course

Artificial Intelligence holds immense potential to revolutionize fire service operations, but its safe deployment requires more than just new hardware. Before AI can be effectively used in the field, how AI is developed, tested, and used as an effective tool may be considered. This course provides a comprehensive reference for definitions, core concepts, and the trustworthy characteristics of AI, serving as a vital basis for adopting these technologies in public service.

Practical approach

We understand the critical role the fire service professionals play in protecting their community. Our training is designed to provide skills in a practical approach.

Impact your community

Training and strategies shared on our focus to education, equip and engage the nationals fire service. Together, let’s protect our communities with confidence. The knowledge earned allows our students to immediately make an impact in their community.

For your career

Stay ahead of the curve and elevate your professional development with CRR Academy. Join our instructors today, leaders in the field with years of experience as subject matter experts, and unlock a deeper understanding of the CRR process.
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Course Lessons

Dr. Ryan Falkenstein-Smith

Dr. Ryan Falkenstein-Smith is a pioneering Mechanical Engineer at the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Fire Research Division, where he leads the Smart Fire Fighting for Tactical Decisions Project. Since earning his Ph.D. from Syracuse University, he has made significant contributions to understanding fire dynamics by advancing chemical profiling technology and influencing global standards. As a specialist at the intersection of chemical analysis and public safety, he has been instrumental in developing next-generation sensors and data-processing tools to forecast life-threatening fire events. His efforts to improve chemical analysis capabilities have enabled precise quantification of harmful compounds in modern fuel packages, including lithium-ion batteries and wildland-urban interface materials. Beyond his technical research, Dr. Falkenstein-Smith serves as a national strategic architect for AI integration in the fire service, bridging the gap between emerging technology and real-world application through high-level interactions with the National Fire Protection Association and the International Association of Fire Chiefs.