Helping Members Find Their Spark Through Mentoring - Loudoun County, VA

 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, ...

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 ...

Clear, timely communication can make all the difference during a hazardous materials response. In this webinar, veteran Public Information Officer Pete Piringer shared real-world examples and lessons learned from the field, offering practical strategies to help you communicate effectively, efficiently, ...

Stay ahead of the curve with our discussion on the 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)! We walk you through the latest updates to the ERG and  how to use it when responding to hazardous materials incidents. Whether you’re a seasoned responder ...