John Oates

CEO of @TheIPSDI. Fire service lifer. Recovering fire chief. Data minded

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Ground breaking work…53 years later, we’re still working to achieve some of its goals.

[International Association of Fire Fighters @IAFFofficial]

#OnThisDay in #firefighter history: The National Commission of Fire Prevention & Control’s America Burning Report (1973) called for increased fire prevention & fire safety education efforts to reduce U.S. fire loss.

Actions taken included the formation of the @USfire in 1974.

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

FF cancer awareness month may have ended, but the work doesn’t stop. Increase your awareness of heart health during February.

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

📊 DID YOU KNOW? Cardiovascular disease causes 45% of LODDs among firefighters.
Heart attacks during or shortly after fire suppression operations are the leading cause. This month: screening matters, and so does documenting exposures with #ExposureTracker. https://t.co/h28MR9QFa0

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Always appreciate spending time with Aaron and the @FireRescue1 family. If you haven’t downloaded the new version of @TheIPSDI Exposure Tracker, no better time than NOW

[FireRescue1 @FireRescue1]

Tracking exposures, traumatic calls, hazmat incidents and unique situations creates a personal record that protects you long after the call ends https://t.co/EOfKB4EgDI

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

It's here! Reimagined exposure tracking driven by our users and fire service partners. Same trusted people; same commitment to firefighters; better experience. Download it today and get started (if you're already a user, we're ready to move your old data for you).

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

The new IPSDI Exposure Tracker app, a reimagining of the NFORS Career Diary, is here! Designed with firefighters in mind, discover how our new app prioritizes flexibility, privacy, and usability. https://t.co/y0UIgY3mbq #ExposureTracker #IPSDI #FirefighterWellness

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

1/5 A New Look for IPSDI 🔥
New logo. New colors. Same mission: enhancing public safety through data science.
Here's what changed and why 🧵

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

On the 24th annvsry of 9/11, this quote sticks and recalls the courage shown and the legacy that must be honored. 'I can think of no more stirring symbol of man's humanity to man than a fire engine. They rush to the rescue of any human being, and count not the cost.' Vonnegut,'01

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

For the 7 people who follow me but not @FFBehavior read and digest this. On top of being spot on, I’d offer that it goes well past (anti) social media. Open your mind, challenge what you hear, choose carefully who you permit to influence your fire service work.

[Bill Carey @FFBehavior]

The ‘Taylor Swift Effect’ and Fire Service Personalities on Social Media
The challenge for the profession is to ensure the loudest voices online are not just popular but credible, responsible, and committed to firefighter safety.
https://t.co/UfyjmM29V4

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

👀IPSDI CEO John Oates presenting at the #FRI2025 Fire Data Analyst Working Group this morning! Interested in the UL Solutions Fire Alarm Systems Certification Program to improve the reliability of commercial #fire alarms?
🧠Learn more here: https://t.co/qMsLqeNEb9

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Thank you to @CTCFPC for providing us space as we met to craft the roll-out of the changes to @TheIPSDI NFORS Exposure Tracker. Stay tuned!

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

If you haven’t already, please take this year’s @FireRescue1 What Firefighters Want survey. Weigh in with your views on safe and aggressive firefighting.

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

What’s on #firefighters' minds in 2025? IPSDI proudly amplifies their voices in the @FireRescue1 What Firefighters Want Survey!
“It’s like sitting at the firehouse table to hear what matters most,” said CEO John Oates.
📊Take the survey & stay tuned for key insights!
#FireService

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

The fire service is better for the transformative change led by @DrLoriUSFA .

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

Thank you @DrLoriUSFA, for your leadership as US Fire Administrator!
🚒 U.S. Fire Administrator's Summit
🌍World Fire Congress (56 nations!)
📊NERIS: Revolutionizing fire service data infrastructure
Your vision and dedication leave an indelible mark. 🙏 https://t.co/JyEpZuQSTu

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Dr Gist is one of the OG fire service voices on behavioral health and was behind much of @NFFF_News and @1stresponderctr BHP work. He influenced/mentored me and countless others on proper fire service research. His time with KCMO has ended, but his fire service impact will endure

[firstrespondercenter @1stresponderctr]

**Honoring Dr. Richard Gist: A Lifetime of Service**

At 75, Dr. Richard Gist retires after decades of transforming firefighter health and safety. As KCFD’s first Deputy Director for Health & Safety, his leadership and research have saved countless lives, promoting mental health and prevention nationwide.

As our Managing Director Chief Frank Leeb said, “Dr. Gist has not only changed policies—he's changed lives.” Though retiring from KCFD, he’ll continue his impactful work with organizations like FRCE.

Thank you, Dr. Gist, for your unparalleled dedication and lasting legacy.

🔗: https://t.co/ZbNbpZBQhe

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Right in time for next year’s budget development (or informing newly elected local gov’t officials) check out @NVFC new value calculator tools!

[International Public Safety Data Institute @TheIPSDI]

🚨 Attention #VolunteerFirefighters, combination #Fire, and #EMS departments! 🚒 🚑
We know your #Volunteers are invaluable. That’s why we helped create tools to measure their impact and the cost savings they bring to your community.

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Are you 👀 @FSRI_org #NERIS updates? 🚒 We’re prepping to be #NERISready!
✅ @FireCARES
✅NFORS #ExposureTracker
✅Analytics
Our tools are designed for #FireService needs🔥 Exciting new features roll out soon: (https://t.co/lkdN9nC2k1)

📅 a demo: https://t.co/eIJvqp45Vs

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

@ToddJLeDuc is 100% spot on....It doesn't matter if its cancer, cardiac, mental health, legit leadership, or simply smart/sane fire ground operations, it should be an everyday focus for yourself, your members, and your department.

[Todd J. LeDuc @ToddJLeDuc]

My #EarlyDetection message for #firstresponders as we close out #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth - it's year round, get screened! @PIOMarkBrady @RealBritaHorn @FCSNnational @FCSN_MD @CaseyDeSantis @fireengineering @ChiefRubin @chiefdonnablack @ChiefOttoDrozd @ChiefRubin @AmericanCancer @5AlarmTaskForce @JaniceDean @floridaFFsafety @DrLoriUSFA @usfire @1stresponderctr

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Four important position papers issued by @NFPA Urban Fire Forum on current and relevant fire service topics. Departments large to small should read and apply the information. https://t.co/LFDSyqCAJR

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Great close out of @NFFF_News Summit. Much had been accomplished in 20 years, yet more remains.

[Peter Matthews @PeterMFirehouse]

“We want to prevent the preventable...Which would you rather plan? A line of duty death funeral, or a retirement party?" @IPSDIJohn said during the @NFFF_News #Firefighter Life Safety Summit report out to the group this morning. #flss2024 #firehero

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

Twenty years is a really long time….what does the next 20 look like for the @NFFF_News Life Safety Initiatives? Love seeing new and emerging leaders attending the Summit to chart that path

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

First day of @IAFFofficial 57th Annual Convention. Stop by and see us and learn about changes in presumptive legislation, exposure tracking, and understanding community risk. #NFORSAnalytics and #ExposureTracking

[John Oates @IPSDIJohn]

@Kiel_Samsing Say it louder for the people in the back of the room! You can’t make the same tactical decisions when you lack the same resources. What works in a system that has the full alarm assignment on scene in 12 min may not play when the 1st engine isn’t even there in 12 min.