IAFC Sections

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IAFC sections allow members to network and share information with chiefs who share their interests. Each section offers a unique array of benefits specifically tailored to meet the needs of its members. Sections also spread their professional expertise throughout the fire service community through section publications (print and electronic), workshops and conferences, websites and online discussion forums.

Join an IAFC section today to get in-depth, specialized information from others with common interests. Membership requirements and fees vary by section—learn more below.

Apparatus Maintenance Section	Sharing a common interest and concern with fire and emergency service equipment and apparatus.
EMS Section	Promoting fire-based EMS by providing a focus for addressing fire service EMS issues.
Federal & Military Fire Service Section	Striving to meet current and future challenges and acting as a strong voice for federal fire and emergency personnel worldwide.
Fire & Life Safety Section	Providing leadership and vision for chief fire officers and managers in an effort to reduce the risk of injury, loss of life and property loss in their communities through effective fire prevention efforts.
Industrial Fire and Safety Section	Bringing together those responsible for protecting industrial facilities and plants against fire and other hazards.
Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association  (Metro Chiefs)	Bringing together fire chiefs from large metropolitan fire departments in order to share information and experiences and to discuss issues that pertain to their departments.
Safety, Health and Survival Section	Providing a specific component within the IAFC to concentrate on policies and issues relating to the health and safety of firefighters.
Volunteer & Combination Officer Section (VCOS)	Providing chief officers who manage volunteer and combination departments within the fire/rescue/EMS delivery system with information, education, services, and representation to enhance their professionalism and capabilities.