Beyond The Checklist
Beyond The Checklist
Podcast Description
Beyond the Checklist is the go-to podcast for public safety professionals, leaders, and accreditation experts dedicated to driving excellence in public safety organizations. Each episode dives into the practical aspects of the accreditation process, showcasing real-world success stories, challenges, and strategies that help agencies meet and exceed best practice standards.
With interviews from top accreditation leaders, public safety officers, and industry experts, this show brings to light the actionable steps that agencies can take to earn and maintain accreditation and community trust.
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The podcast focuses on accreditation processes within public safety organizations, exploring themes like culture transformation, compliance versus purpose, and community trust. Examples of episodes include discussions on leading accreditation initiatives in fire departments and transforming policy into a cultural cornerstone for agencies.

Beyond the Checklist is the go-to podcast for public safety professionals, leaders, and accreditation experts dedicated to driving excellence in public safety organizations. Each episode dives into the practical aspects of the accreditation process, showcasing real-world success stories, challenges, and strategies that help agencies meet and exceed best practice standards.
With interviews from top accreditation leaders, public safety officers, and industry experts, this show brings to light the actionable steps that agencies can take to earn and maintain accreditation and community trust.
Beyond the Checklist: Wellness That Works with Dr. Kimberly Miller (Part 3)
In this powerful third episode of our four-part series, host Kevin Rhea sits down once again with Dr. Kimberly Miller to tackle one of the most pervasive challenges in public safety and compliance work—burnout.
High performers often drive the success of their organizations—but they’re also the ones most at risk of exhaustion, disengagement, and even despair. Dr. Miller explores why burnout isn’t just about external pressure but also the internal stories we tell ourselves about rest, productivity, and purpose. Together, Kevin and Dr. Miller explore how to establish genuine boundaries, model wellness as leaders, and support the individuals behind the process—not just the programs.
This episode is raw, honest, and for anyone working in high-stakes, high-stress environments. Whether you’re managing accreditation, leading a team, or simply trying to find balance, this conversation offers practical insight into creating wellness that actually works—not just another checkbox.

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