What protects firefighters when everything changes in an instant?

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.

Recorded live at the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) 2025 Conference alongside the AFAC, WAFA, and Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience Conference in Perth, Australia.

Rapid intervention teams save firefighters when an emergency unfolds inside another emergency. Steven Kaiser from Fire Rescue Victoria explains how Australia is developing a stronger national approach to RIT and how research from the American fire service is shaping that work.

He shares practical insight on thermal imaging, accountability tools, and emerging technology that helps crews make safer decisions. Steven also reflects on the importance of constant learning and why firefighters benefit from adding new knowledge every day.

So take a listen to hear what he has to share.

Episode 300: Inside the Mission of Rapid Intervention Teams with Steven Kaiser