As most public safety professionals are aware, the events that require emergency response personnel also frequently attract members of the news media. Covering such essential topics as press releases, the types of media, and interviewing techniques, this book provides public safety professionals with the tools necessary to successfully interact with the media, from the department rookie to the seasoned Public Information Officer.

About the Author
Leo M. Brown is a retired Administrative Deputy Chief and Public Information Officer with Longboat Key Fire Rescue in Longboat Key, FL.Deputy ChiefBrownhas been a paramedic for32 years and a career fire fighter for20 years. During his career,he has planned and developed Advanced Life Support Services for the Pennsylvania Department of Health; served as Affiliate Faculty at the college level for EMS training programs; authored online continuing education programs for EMTs, paramedics, and fire fighters; and served as co-coordinator for the Sarasota County Technical Institute Fire Academy. In 2000, the Florida Association of Public Information Officers, the Florida Fire Chief's Association, and Florida's Governor Jeb Bush honoredDeputyChief Brownby naming him Fire Service PIO of the Year.He holds associate degrees in Paramedic and Fire Science, a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management, numerous fire certifications, as well as a Florida adult-education teaching certificate.Deputy Chief Brownhas presented at state, regional, and national conferences for a variety of public safety personnel.


Book Information
ISBN 9780763731670
Author Leo Brown
Format Paperback
Page Count 92
Imprint Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
Publisher Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
Weight(grams) 142g