The Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) is a joint effort by the U.S. Forest Service and the NVFC to provide volunteer firefighters and non-operational personnel, such as Fire Corps members, with training on how to properly conduct assessments for homes located in the wildland-urban interface (WUI). This is the first program targeted to volunteers that […]
How to start a successful Junior Firefighting Program
Getting a program off the ground requires policies, advisors and serious commitment – but it’s all worth it One of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done is junior firefighting, both as a participant and later as an advisor. I can’t imagine my youth without the service and experience of junior firefighting, which profoundly affected […]
Quit posting your Opinions on Social Media!
Chief Goldfeder underscores the dangers of posting ill-advised comments on social media posting and how much it can jeopardize your career In this episode of “What’s YOUR Problem?” Chief Billy Goldfeder tries to underscore the importance of being smart on social media and how you can get through to others that their actions could seriously […]
First Sensitive Touch-a-Truck a Success
HUNTINGTON – Fire and police personnel from Montgomery, Russell, Blandford, Huntington and Chester parked their vehicles in the circular driveway at Littleville Elementary School on Aug. 1 for a sensory-friendly community Touch-a-Truck event, one that did not run sirens or lights, for children who need a lower visual or auditory experience. “It will be more […]
Girl’s Future Firefighter Camp
Girl’s Future Firefighter Camp dates are August 27, 28, and 29, 2021. Program details are below: Captain Shelly L. Carter of the City of Hartford Fire Department, in partnership with Rocky Hill Volunteer Fire Department, presents an interactive camp that exposes young ladies to a career in public safety. The camp includes training in many […]
10 Rules for American Flag etiquette on Fire Apparatus
Martin Luther King Jr. day and Inauguration day, according to flag code, are especially significant days to display an American flag. If your department plans to display a flag on your trucks for these upcoming dates, it’s important to refresh your memory on flag etiquette specific to vehicles. Here are 10 rules to follow when displaying […]
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