Social Media Issues-Concerns-Remedies for Fire and EMS

Training Last updated 07/01/2017
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Social media, social networking, websites, and related venues have increased the opportunity for members of emergency service organizations to communicate. However, these communication opportunities create potential management challenges and related liabilities if there are no controls in place. This course will discuss the issues, concerns, and necessary actions to deal with this topic.   

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