3 Point Firefighter

Send us Fan Mail Captain Arthur Ashley returns for Part 2 with a candid conversation about fireground decision-making, command triggers, accountability, retirement, crew recognition, and lessons earned over decades in the fire service. From a roof collapse narrowly avoided to the 10-minute / 2,000-gallon rule, this episode is about reading conditions, owning decisions, and keeping the fire service alive. Arthur Ashley has served in the fire service since 1986 and retired from the Lexington F...

Send us Fan Mail Retired Lexington Fire Captain Arthur Ashley joins Jake Barnes to discuss what makes a truck company effective—even when the apparatus is not a traditional ladder truck. They dig into truck-company culture, aggressive search, ventilation, RIT preparation, leadership, and the responsibility every firefighter has to contribute beyond the assignment. Arthur Ashley has served in the fire service since 1986 and retired from the Lexington Fire Department in 2024 after 30 years. He...

Send us Fan Mail "Welcome back to Three Point Firefighter from Day 2 at FDIC 2026, live at the Fire Facilities booth! Host Jake Barnes sits down with training leaders and friends to talk building a strong training culture from the top down. First up, Chuck Gunner — Decatur Training Supervisor and Highlander Fire’s go-to rope and training guru — shares why a great training facility is only as good as the culture behind it, the power of leading by example, and staying motivated even when you’...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on a journey into the world of firefighting with industry leaders Chris Wiggins, Scott Wallace, and Kevin Milan. This podcast delves into the challenges and triumphs of modern fire service, exploring how logistics, leadership, and innovative training shape the future of firefighting. Chris Wiggins, known for his strategic approach to department leadership, shares insights from his experience in transforming logistics and training into key drivers of success. Scott Wal...

Send us Fan Mail Today's first two guests are Zach Willard from Fire Facilities and Tony Ambrosia from Scottsdale Fire Department! Most fire departments underestimate the longevity and durability of their training towers—until they realize a Fire Facilities structure can last over 30 years with minimal maintenance. In this episode, Fire Facilities self-professed expert Jake Theman Barnes uncovers why their training towers are a game-changer for departments serious about safety and cost-effici...