LION Connects Blog

Improving Firefighter Performance Between Live Burn Evolutions

Posted by: Corporate Marketing | July 20th, 2026

Live fire training is one of the most powerful tools in a firefighter’s development. It delivers realism, pressure, and hands-on experience that can’t be fully replicated. But it’s also limited.

Increasing Training Capacity Without Expanding Physical Facilities

Posted by: Corporate Marketing | July 20th, 2026

As departments grow, onboarding ramps up, certification requirements expand, and expectations for ongoing training intensify. Over time, many organizations reach the same limiting factor: space.

Why Fire Extinguisher Training Breaks Down in High-Turnover Workforces

Posted by: Corporate Marketing | July 20th, 2026

Fire extinguisher training is one of the most fundamental components of workplace safety.

How VR Fire Extinguisher Training Improves Emergency Response Confidence

Posted by: Corporate Marketing | July 20th, 2026

Confidence plays a major role in how people respond during emergencies.

Scale Your Fire Safety Training Across Multiple Locations

Posted by: Corporate Marketing | March 11th, 2026

Digital simulators and live-fire props can help businesses and industries create consistent training programs.

Press Release - LION Creates New Business Units

Posted by: Hayley Tincu | September 4th, 2024

STRATEGIC IDEAS FOR TRAINING FACILITIES IN LATIN AMERICA (1 of 4)

Posted by: Ra Monne "Ray" Perez-Pearson | May 6th, 2024

Welcome to the first installment of our blog series on strategic considerations for building firefighter training facilities in Latin America. May 1, 2024 | Ray Pérez-Pearson, Sr. Director, Marketing – International Markets As firefighting leadership embarks on this critical journey, several key considerations emerge that are essential for ensuring the facility not only meets current needs but also anticipates future advancements and unique challenges – like the logistical hurdles of reaching remote communities. In this 4-part series, we explore the strategic considerations for planning new training facilities that address these specific needs, focusing on budgeting, technology, safety, and maximizing the investment in a way that resonates with the realities of Latin American communities. Firefighters in every community are the first line of defense against disasters, relying heavily on their training to tackle the challenges they face. However, budget constraints can significantly impact the scope and quality of this training. This post delves into innovative budgeting strategies that ensure effective training facilities can be developed without compromising on the essential needs of fire and emergency services. We will explore cost-effective solutions that cater to the unique financial challenges faced in diverse Latin American communities, ensuring that investments are both practical and impactful.

THE LION APPROACH TO TRAINING

Posted by: Matt Gardner | February 20th, 2024

The LION Approach to Training February 20, 2024 | MATT GARDNER, MARKETING DIRECTOR, TRAINING PRODUCTS The people who work in fire and emergency medical services (EMS) are acutely aware of the need for training prior to having to respond to an event. As a firefighter training officer, you are responsible for not only training new recruits but also ensuring that seasoned professionals are kept current with the latest tactics and technologies. At LION, we make training tools that are safe and effective for the full escalation of training, meaning that no matter what level your trainees are at, there is a LION training solution that can meet your needs.

DON'T WAIT FOR A DISASTER TO LEVEL UP YOUR TRAINING

Posted by: Matt Gardner | January 26th, 2024

GO BEYOND THE BASICS... BEAT THE STANDARD JANUARY 26, 2024 | MATT GARDNER When it comes to effective training vs. meeting the minimum standard some people learn the hard way that just doing the minimum to be compliant with OSHA or other training standards doesn't do enough to protect Life or Property. All too often people seek a pound of cure before an ounce of prevention. In a group discussion members of the LION Team met to discuss this topic and to explore what some organizations are doing to break the mould and take training to the next level.