SHSS Awards

Honoring the Leaders Who Put Safety First

The IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section (SHSS) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Safety, Health, and Survival Awards. These awards are presented annually to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the overall health and safety environment within their organizations and the fire service as a whole.

The awards will be presented during the SHSS Reception at Fire-Rescue International (FRI) in August.

Click on the name of an award program below to submit a nomination today!

Garry Briese IAFC Safety Performance Award

Sponsored by NTA Life, a Horace Mann Company, this award celebrates an individual’s extraordinary contributions and personal dedication to health and safety in the fire service.

Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award

Sponsored by MSA Safety Incorporated, this award is presented to a chief officer within a fire department (of any size or composition) who has shown outstanding leadership regarding health and safety.

Billy Goldfeder Fire Service Organizational Safety Award

Sponsored by VFIS, this award recognizes individuals or organizations demonstrating exceptional commitment to fire service health and safety—open to individuals, departments, public agencies, private companies, and more.