Join us on December 5 at 2pm ET for a Roundtable Talk: Shared Vision - What Your Department Can Do to Support the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy.
Nov 19, 2024:
This week is Crash Responder Safety Week, a time when roadway responders from across disciplines come together to improve safety by positively shifting driver behavior and promoting life-saving...
Nov 19, 2024:
Since November 12, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been holding a virtual public hearing on its proposed Emergency Response Standard. This hearing provides an additional...
Nov 19, 2024:
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is now accepting nominations for the following annual volunteer fire service awards: Chief James P. Seavey Sr. Health and Wellness Leadership Award, Junior...
Nov 19, 2024:
Unlike the adage “nothing worthwhile is easy” implies, you don’t have to be a “fitness hero” to garner the benefits of exercise. Even moderate exercise can help prevent chronic diseases and...
Nov 19, 2024:
Safe and adequate personal protective equipment is essential to firefighters performing at their best. However, many volunteer fire departments lack the resources to purchase new gear, leaving them to...
Nov 19, 2024:
The National Volunteer Fire Council, in collaboration with the International Public Safety Data Institute, has developed three new calculators to help volunteer and combination emergency service...
Here’s your reminder! MSA Safety and the National Volunteer Fire Council are wrapping up the 2024 giveaway of four MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmets, and the final entry period is open. NVFC members who are active U.S. volunteer firefighters have until November 30 to enter. Don’t miss your chance—this is the last entry period for the year, following earlier rounds in April, June, and September. Enter here👉 bit.ly/3MUxjSq... See MoreSee Less
On day two of Crash Responder Safety Week, we’re focusing on driver education to ensure everyone knows and follows their state's Move Over laws. When approaching stationary responder vehicles, it’s essential to reduce your speed as you proceed and, when possible, move over to create a safe space for those working on the roadside.Whether you’re a new driver or a seasoned one, take time to learn your state’s safety laws and teach your family to do the same. Together, we can make a difference in protecting our responders and keeping everyone safe around traffic incidents.#CRSW #ResponderSafety #MoveOver ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations to Chief Kevin Quinn (NVFC board member and past chair) on receiving this well-deserved honor!🔥 🏆 BREAKING NEWS: National Volunteer Fire Council’s Chief Kevin Quinn announced as the 2025 CFSI/Motorola Solutions Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award Winner. CFSI Board Member Chief Shane Ray makes the announcement at the Truman Legacy Symposium. ... See MoreSee Less
Building a culture of diversity and inclusion strengthens our departments and communities. The NVFC’s course, Being Fair to Everyone, helps fire and emergency service personnel develop cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills to foster inclusive teamwork and support different identity groups.This course is FREE for a limited time! Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to enhance your department’s teamwork and inclusivity.👉 Sign up now: bit.ly/4ehoo9p... See MoreSee Less
This course is aimed at increasing the participants' cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills in order to benefit fire and emergency service organizations by promoting the inclusion of different iden...
NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch has an important message for you! This week, Nov. 18-22, is Crash Responder Safety Week.Tune in to hear why this week matters, how you can help spread awareness, and what steps you can take to stay prepared for roadway incidents.Find info and resources here: bit.ly/4c3dWCG... See MoreSee Less
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