Thursday, September 1 | 1 pm Eastern Across the country, headlines scream about a crisis of recruitment in the fire service. Career and volunteer departments alike are struggling to fill the ranks. And that situation has a direct impact on community safety. Although the challenges are real, some fire departments are fighting back with unique approaches […]
NVFC’s Webinar Lithium Ion Batteries – What Firefighters Need to Know
This webinar will address the hot topic of the emergence and prevalence of Lithium Ion batteries across their many application – from small and hand-held devices, to tool applications, to recreational devices, and vehicle applications – passenger to commercial. Key concepts such as risk assessment and effective tactics will be addressed in this information packed […]
Apps every Firefighter should have on their Phone
Recently, our engine company was called to assist in removing handcuffs from a juvenile at a residential correctional facility. We had a somewhat extended response to the location, as it was on the edge of our jurisdiction. On the way, we realized that none of us on the engine had ever had to cut off […]
Fire Department Poster Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Now Available
Maintaining a diverse and inclusive fire department membership are two keys to increasing recruitment and retention rates. To highlight this and provide a resource to departments, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and On the Job and Off partnered to create a new poster that departments can use to educate their members on these important […]
Download NVFC’s Latest Issue of Firefighter Strong
The latest issue of the NVFC’s annual newsletter Firefighter Strong is now available electronically. Focusing on first responder health and safety, the 2022 issue covers a range of topics, from electric vehicle response and hazmat incident safety to building resilient problem solvers and health and wellness for junior firefighter programs. Download the electronic version. A […]
David Clark Volunteer Fire Department Headset System Giveaway
Calling all volunteers! Win a Free Headset System and installation on the apparatus of your choice. Enter your department in the David Clark Biannual Headset System Giveaway. Enter your department today! https://dc-vfdgiveaway.com
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