Center for Public Safety Excellence

Center for Public Safety Excellence Through a detailed self-assessment process, first responder agencies detail their delivery of vital services.

Not-for-profit organization that accredits the continuous improvement of services
delivered by first responder agencies and credentials emergency services officers Peer assessors then visit the department and confirm the self-assessment documention. Successful evaluation leads to
international recognition as an Accredited Agency.

CPSE congratulates Fire Chief Kristopher Blume, CFO, on his appointment to the Commission on Fire Accreditation Internat...
06/03/2026

CPSE congratulates Fire Chief Kristopher Blume, CFO, on his appointment to the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) as the representative for fire chiefs overseeing accredited agencies serving populations greater than 100,000.

Chief Blume’s leadership, experience, and commitment to excellence in the fire and emergency service make him an outstanding addition to the Commission. Congratulations, Chief Blume!

Meet the CFAI Commissioners: https://www.cpse.org/accreditation/accreditation/cfai-commissioners

Please join CPSE in welcoming Ms. Giselle Rodriguez-Villanueva to the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CF...
06/02/2026

Please join CPSE in welcoming Ms. Giselle Rodriguez-Villanueva to the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), where she will serve as the representative for a city or county manager overseeing an accredited agency.

Ms. Rodriguez-Villanueva brings extensive local government leadership experience and a strong commitment to public safety excellence. We look forward to her contributions to the Commission. Congratulations!

Learn more about CFAI Accreditation: https://www.cpse.org/accreditation/accreditation

Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) Fire and Emergency Services (Germany) hosted a three-day Quality Improvement for...
05/15/2026

Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) Fire and Emergency Services (Germany) hosted a three-day Quality Improvement for Fire and Emergency Services workshop. The workshop, attended by 23 fire service professionals, included members from Germany, Italy, England, Belgium, and Spain. Thank you for the opportunity!

In April, over 80 community members joined Consortium meetings with focus areas including the latest CFAI accreditation ...
05/14/2026

In April, over 80 community members joined Consortium meetings with focus areas including the latest CFAI accreditation cycle, hearings, and preparations for upcoming site visits.

Each meeting this month featured diverse discourse amongst its participants, showcasing the value of these virtual and in-person gatherings to foster connection and shared learning. Find your Consortium here https://www.cpse.org/cpse-overview/cpse-consortiums

In April, 25 Chief EMS Officers (CEMSO) gathered to explore the expansion of the co-responder model in fire departments....
05/07/2026

In April, 25 Chief EMS Officers (CEMSO) gathered to explore the expansion of the co-responder model in fire departments. This session featured insights from the CPSE Center for Innovation's Strategic Scan on the topic and prompted thoughtful conversation around how agencies can approach collaboration, adaptability, and local context when developing co-responder models.

Missed out this time? Check out the Co-Responder Model Strategic Scan here: https://www.firerescue1.com/community-risk-reduction/cpse-center-for-innovation-report-spotlights-co-responder-programs

CPSE Board President Derek Bergsten, CFO, CEMSO, CTO, PIO, has been appointed to the National Emergency Medical Services...
04/30/2026

CPSE Board President Derek Bergsten, CFO, CEMSO, CTO, PIO, has been appointed to the National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (NEMSAC) as a fire-based emergency medical services (EMS) sector representative member. Congratulations!

To learn more about NEMSAC visit https://www.ems.gov/resources/national-ems-advisory-council-nemsac/.

Thank you to everyone who joined Accreditation: Ask the Experts at the Strive for Excellence Summit! This engaging sessi...
04/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined Accreditation: Ask the Experts at the Strive for Excellence Summit! This engaging session featured Josh Smith, Dave Coker, and JC Mitchell representing the International Association of Fire Fighters, alongside Jim White, CFAI Program Manager, and Mike Higgins, CPC Program Manager, representing CPSE. The panel explored the value and challenges of fire service accreditation, highlighting its role in advancing organizational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. We appreciate the insightful questions and meaningful dialogue from all who participated.

CPSE reappoints Chief William Hyde, CFO, CEMSO, FM, to a third term on the Commission on Professional Credentialing
04/28/2026

CPSE reappoints Chief William Hyde, CFO, CEMSO, FM, to a third term on the Commission on Professional Credentialing

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