Special Training Offer Available for IAFC VCOS Members

Are you looking to upgrade your agency’s training program, but have a limited budget to make it happen? Vector Solutions is excited to announce a special offer now available for IAFC VCOS members.

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New IAFC Volunteer Recruiting App Available

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Amber Ribbon Report, Best Practices for Fire Service Canines at FRI

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Guidance on Developing a Successful Fire Chaplain Service in Your Fire Department

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Ensuring Safety in the Age of Lithium-Ion Batteries

November 5, 2024
Resources to assist fire departments during Lithium-Ion and Energy Storage Systems response

Public Hearing on Thermal Fuse Reimbursement: A Critical Step Towards Fire Safety

November 4, 2024
CMC to hold public hearing November 8 regarding thermal fuses, a crucial safety device in fire prevention.

IAFC Releases Resources for Incidents Related to the 2024 Election

November 4, 2024
Resources to help fire and EMS departments prepare for instances of civil unrest related to the 2024 election

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Education

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Introduction to Verisk/ISO LOCATION Property Protection Score (PPS)

November 13, 2024 Online
This webinar explains how detailed, property-specific fire protection scoring can enhance risk assessment and management
Symposium in the Sun

Symposium in the Sun 2024

November 14 - 17, 2024 | Clearwater, FL
The Symposium in the Sun addresses the unique needs of volunteer and combination departments including transitioning from a volunteer to a combination department, recruitment and retention, leadership and management, staffing and more.
International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference

International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference 2025

June 12 - 15, 2025 | Baltimore, MD
The training offered at the Hazmat Conference provides immediate, practical and valuable information designed to ensure you successfully meet the demands of hazmat response in today's challenging environment.
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A Prepared and Resilient Fire and Emergency Medical Services - Strategic Plan Fiscal Years 2024-2027

Strategic Plan to address the fire related challenges facing our nation

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