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Stay Connected to KnowledgeNet available via Mobile App

3 March 2025

Access IAFC's online community via mobile app.

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2025/03/03/iafc-online-community-available-via-mobile-app

IAFC 2025 Conference Lineup – An Event for Every Leader

6 February 2025

Here’s a quick look at IAFC's 2025 conference lineup

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2025/02/06/iafc-2025-conference-lineup-an-event-for-every-leader

Technology Summit International 2024: A Pivotal Event in Fire Service Innovation

6 February 2025

A look at IAFC's TSI Conference showcasing modern fire service sector's innovation and collaborative …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2025/02/06/technology-summit-international-2024-a-groundbreaking-event-in-fire-service-innovation

Register today for IAFC's Mentoring Program

7 January 2025

Learn what it takes to build and develop your team!

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2025/01/07/register-today-for-iafc-s-mentoring-program

U.S. House Passes Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82)

19 November 2024

The House passes legislation to increase the Social Security benefit for many career fire and EMS personnel …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/11/19/u.s.-house-passes-social-security-fairness-act

Crash Responder Safety Week 2024: Responders Ahead! Reduce Your Speed as You Proceed

12 November 2024

Help raise awareness for the motoring public and implement strategies to promote a culture of safety

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/11/12/crash-responder-safety-week-2024-responders-ahead-reduce-your-speed-as-you-proceed

Ensuring Safety in the Age of Lithium-Ion Batteries

5 November 2024

Resources to assist fire departments during Lithium-Ion and Energy Storage Systems response

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/11/05/ensuring-safety-in-the-age-of-lithium-ion-batteries

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

4 November 2024

CMC to hold public hearing November 8 regarding thermal fuses, a crucial safety device in fire …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/11/04/public-hearing-on-thermal-fuse-reimbursement-a-critical-step-towards-fire-safety

IAFC Releases Resources for Incidents Related to the 2024 Election

4 November 2024

Resources to help fire and EMS departments prepare for instances of civil unrest related to the 2024 …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/11/04/iafc-releases-resources-for-incidents-related-to-the-2024-election

Evacuation Management 2-Day Course for Law & Fire Service Leaders

30 October 2024

A two-day program was developed to help communities PREPARE and RESPOND to a largescale evacuation

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/10/30/evacuation-management-2-day-course-for-law-fire-service-leaders

Shaping the Future of Fire Service: Insights from IAFC President Josh Waldo

19 October 2024

Listen in as Chief Josh Waldo shares his journey to becoming Chief of Bozeman and President of the …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/10/19/shaping-the-future-of-fire-service-insights-from-iafc-president-josh-waldo

FEMA's Hurricane Milton After the Storm Messaging Resource Toolkit

11 October 2024

This toolkit provides multimedia resources quickly available for you to be able to share messaging to …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/10/11/fema-s-hurricane-milton-after-the-storm-messaging-resource-toolkit

IAFC Recommends that Fire and EMS Chiefs Prepare for Supply Chain Interruptions

2 October 2024

The IAFC recommends that fire and EMS chiefs take precautions to prepare for possible supply chain …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/10/02/iafc-recommends-that-fire-and-ems-chiefs-prepare-for-supply-chain-interruptions

IAFC Terrorism and Homeland Security Committee Releases 2024-2026 Strategic Plan

1 October 2024

IAFC members are encouraged to review the strategic plan and download the annexes for their use

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/10/01/iafc-terrorism-and-homeland-security-committee-releases-2024-2026-strategic-plan

IAFC Releases New “Hot Wash” For Major Incidents and Training Exercises

23 September 2024

“Hotwash” form provides a means to collect pertinent lessons learned; challenges that were faced; and …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/09/23/iafc-releases-new-hot-wash-for-major-incidents-and-training-exercises

Congress Passes SIREN Act Reauthorization to Assist Rural EMS

23 September 2024

Now that S. 265 has passed the House of Representatives, it will go to President Biden to sign into …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/09/23/congress-passes-siren-act-reauthorization-to-assist-rural-ems

Upcoming Contractor Opportunity – Workforce Solutions

24 July 2024

Work with IAFC to help develop and update our educational offerings

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/07/24/upcoming-contractor-opportunity-workforce-solutions

IAFC Files Comments in Response to OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard

19 July 2024

IAFC comments highlight the need to protect firefighter safety and reduce deaths and injuries & discusses …

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/07/19/iafc-files-comments-in-response-to-osha-s-proposed-emergency-response-standard

NIOSH Program Requests Fire and Emergency Service Input on LODD Investigations Comments Due by July 22

9 July 2024

NIOSH Request for Comments around Human Factors Considerations - Feedback Requested

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/07/09/we-need-your-help-federal-register-notice-for-human-factors-considerations-for-the-niosh-firefighter-fatality-investigation-and-prevention-program

Firefighter Families Visit Washington DC to Advocate for PSOB Benefits

8 July 2024

Ask Congress to Pass the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (H.R. 1719/S. 930)

http://www.iafc.org/blogs/blog/iafc/2024/07/08/firefighter-families-visit-washington-dc-to-advocate-for-psob-benefits