Resource Library
Knowledge is power that controls access to opportunity and advancement.
SafeTech Solutions empowers EMS leaders by giving them the tools and information they need to succeed. We believe in learning from others and sharing best practices. Please use the materials provided in this library archive to educate yourself, state and local government leaders about the challenges facing EMS and potential ways to address them.
EMS Leaders Learn from the Experience of Following
Leadership
A trip to Vietnam shows how our ability to lead is enhanced by understanding what compels others and ourselves to follow. By John Becknell, PhD.
You Can Call Me Al, or Why Job Titles Matter
EMS Operations
Select an approach to job titles that reflects the issues and needs of modern EMS leaders. By John Becknell, PhD.
How to Use Crisis to Build Relationships
Leadership
Instead of taking a reflexive action, think about ways to turn crisis into an opportunity to strengthen relationships. By John Becknell, PhD.
Seven Traits of Great Field Supervisors
Field Supervision
Next time you’re looking to hire for the position, look for someone with these characteristics. By John Becknell, PhD.
Why the Best EMS Leaders Are Actually Teams
Leadership
When taking a closer look at big accomplishments, we don’t find lone leaders — we find great groups and teams. By John Becknell, PhD.
Leading Difficult Change: It’s Not What You Think
Leadership
Too often, leaders get caught up in leading the technical and operational aspects of change and don’t budget time and energy for leading their people. By John Becknell, PhD.
Rural EMS Faces Its Own Emergency
Rural EMS
A commentary on the challenges facing rural EMS, published in American City & County Magazine, Feb. 4, 2015.