Critical Calls: Wildland Ops and Fireline Safety

 Watch a recording on Propane Emergencies put on jointly by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC). This session highlighted updated training programs, hands-on learning opportunities, and new resources available to all responders - career, volunteer, ...

The Be Smoke Ready provides guidance on preparing for and responding to wildfire smoke to protect health and safety. It emphasizes the importance of smoke readiness, as wildfire smoke can travel long distances and impact air quality for extended periods. ...

The IAFC hosted a Fire Department Exchange that brought together fire service professionals from the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and Portugal. This diverse group of leaders engaged in dynamic, solution-focused discussions centered on the most ...

Resource by IAFC's Training and Education Department Abstract Recent large-scale emergency incidents have exposed critical gaps in firefighter readiness and interagency coordination. From the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, to the fatal shipboard fire aboard the Grande Costa D’Avorio ...

We brought together three seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the field and analyzing incident after-action reports to address key concerns and answer your questions about effective incident management. Topics included functional training, coordination tactics, critical decision-making during high-stakes hazmat ...