
The full article can be found here: http://abc13.com/news/facebook-comment-made-about-drowning-victim-sparks-hfd-probe/149074
This troubling story brings to the light the importance of having a set Social Media policy in place at your department. Even if you already have one in place, it is a good idea to review existing policies with all Fire & EMS employees frequently. Below are a few links/tools to help you:
Online Course on Social Media and Emergency Services:
http://www.vfis.com/social-media-online-course.htm
Social Media Communique:
http://www.vfis.com/documents/SocialMediaCommunique.pdf
SOCIAL MEDIA: Postings May Compel ESOs to Take Disciplinary Action:
http://www.vfis.com/documents/EPUSummer2011.pdf