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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

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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The Truth About Recruiting and Retaining Volunteer Members

July 15 - 16, 2021 Online

This is an interactive presentation on breaking the mold with a truthful discussion on recruiting and retaining volunteer firefighters.

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Fire-Rescue International

July 28 - 30, 2021 | Charlotte, NC

FRI, the IAFC's annual conference and expo, provides senior-level leadership training for chiefs and officer development education for chief and company officers, new ways to connect with vendors and colleagues, and the latest solutions to today's toughest challenges.

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About VCOS

To provide chiefs and chief officers who manage volunteers within a volunteer or combination fire, rescue or EMS delivery system with information, education, services and representation to enhance their professionalism. Learn more