VCOS Symposium in the Sun 2021

Registration & housing for Symposium in the Sun will open in mid-June.

VCOS Sun

Virtual VCOS Sun is now available On Demand

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A Focus on Behavioral Health

Report provides resources, action items toward a proactive approach to mental wellness in our industry.

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The Latest

Fire Department Exchange (FDX) is Accepting Applications

June 14, 2021
FDX provides in-person and online exchange platforms for fire departments facing wildland-urban interface (WUI) challenges.

Vector Solutions and IAFC’s Volunteer and Combination Officers Section Now Accepting Nominations for the 2021 Training Officer Recognition Award

April 27, 2021
The award, which is now open for nominations, acknowledges exemplary conduct by a training officer for their innovation and effectiveness when delivering training.

NHTSA Encourages First Responders to Review its Guidelines for Incidents Involving Electric of Hybrid Vehicles Following NTSB Study on Risks Posed by These Vehicles

February 22, 2021
Guidance for responders when responding to incidents including electric vehicles.

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Education

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Raman Enhanced with SERS: How Low Can You Go? - Identifying Fentanyl and other substances in Low Concentrations.

June 21, 2021 Online
This webinar presents the advantages of using easy Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) techniques.
ISO

ISO’s New Mitigate Website-Valuable Resource for Fire Chiefs

June 23, 2021 Online
Learn about a new resource used to improve fire protection efforts and facilitate communications and data exchanges with ISO
CALFIREHAWK

Town Hall Event: Sikorsky’s multi-role FIREHAWK® Helicopter

June 30, 2021 Online
Discussion with chiefs & pilots who use FIREHAWK® aircraft (or other units) about their lessons learned during the 2020 fire season

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Preserving the Tradition of Neighbors Helping Neighbors

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You're the Fire Chief; Now What? Guidance for New and Interim Fire Chiefs

Guidance to assist in first 100 days as a new or interim chief.

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