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Amber Ribbon Report - Best Practices for Fire Service Canines

2 August 2023

This report identifies and defines roles/standards for the use of canines within fire/EMS …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/amber-ribbon-report---best-practices-for-fire-service-canines

Firefighter Safety & Health Research – Survival

3 April 2023

A study aimed to increase awareness of firefighter deaths and to provide quick access to up-to-dated …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/firefighter-safety-health-research-survival

Report of EMS Section Liaison to the NAEMT EMS Economics Committee

30 November 2022

The report of Chief Chris Shimer from the September meeting of the EMS Economics Committee.”

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/report-of-ems-section-liaison-to-the-naemt-ems-economics-committee

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the U.S. Volunteer and Combination Fire-Rescue Service Study Final Report

18 July 2022

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion study report identifies areas of improvement and recommends actions …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-the-u.s.-volunteer-and-combination-fire-rescue-service-study-final-report

Fire Service Women of Vision and Leadership

13 November 2021

Learn more about exceptional women in fire and emergency services.

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/fire-service-women-of-vision-and-leadership

VCOS Yellow Ribbon Report Update

8 November 2021

The VCOS Yellow Ribbon Report Update includes a new set of 11 best practices for responder behavioral …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/vcos-yellow-ribbon-report-update

VCOS and NVFC Lavender Ribbon Report: Best Practices for Preventing Firefighter Cancer

30 September 2021

Information, statistics and resources on the 11 best practices to prevent firefighter cancer.

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/vcos-and-nvfc-lavender-ribbon-report-best-practices-for-preventing-firefighter-cancer

CDC Update on the COVID-19 Pandemic and Delta Variant

4 August 2021

Top 5 Things To Know About Covid-19 And Delta Variant

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/cdc-update-on-the-covid-19-pandemic-and-delta-variant

Safety Risks to Emergency Responders from Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in Electric Vehicles

14 January 2021

Findings/recommendations first responder safety involving high-voltage lithium-ion battery fires in electric …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/safety-risks-to-emergency-responders-from-lithium-ion-battery-fires-in-electric-vehicles

Guide for Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Department

12 August 2020

A usable, practical tool on how to create a diverse and inclusive culture in your department.

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/guide-for-creating-a-diverse-and-inclusive-department

Overpressurization of Natural Gas Distribution System, Explosions, and Fires in Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts

27 February 2020

A series of structure fires and explosions occurred in the northeast region of the Merrimack Valley in …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/overpressurization-of-natural-gas-distribution-system-explosions-and-fires-in-merrimack-valley-massachusetts

Preserving the Tradition of Neighbors Helping Neighbors

21 February 2020

Check out these whitepapers and posters on retention and recruitment.

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/preserving-the-tradition-of-neighbors-helping-neighbors

LEPC 101: Hazmat Materials Incidents- Guidance for State, Local, Tribal, Territorial, and Private Sectors

19 February 2020

Provides state, local, tribal, and territorial officials with information and resources to improve resilience …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/lepc-101-hazmat-materials-incidents--guidance-for-state-local-tribal-territorial-and-private-sectors

Free Whitepaper: The Importance of Flame Resistant (FR) Station Wear

12 February 2020

Details why FR station wear should be an integral part of every firefighter’s PPE.

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/white-paper-importance-of-flame-resistant-station-wear

LEPC 101: Nevada Hazardous Commodity Flow Study - August 2019

23 January 2020

Nevada Hazardous Commodity Flow Study - August 2019

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/nevada-hazardous-commodity-flow-study---august-2019

NTSB Final Report of Electric Vehicle Crash and Fire

2 January 2020

The NTSB has completed its investigation of a fatal collision and post-crash fire of an electric …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/ntsb-final-report-of-electric-vehicle-crash-and-fire

U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board: Safety Digest - The Importance of Worker Participation

28 October 2019

This digest summarizes four CSB investigations where ineffective worker participation contributed to …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/safety-digest-the-importance-of-worker-participation---u.s.-chemical-safety-and-hazard-investigation-board

Hazmat Incident Guidance for State, Local, Tribal, Territorial, and Private Sector Partners

24 October 2019

Local governments are responsible for integrating hazardous materials planning and response within their …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/hazmat-incident-guidance-for-state-local-tribal-territorial-and-private-sector-partners

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

30 July 2019

Key info on PFAS chemicals that may be present in firefighting foam, potential health risks and actions …

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/pfas

The State of the Volunteer Fire Service Report

29 November 2018

A report to help improve the ability to recruit, retain and manage the volunteers of the future

http://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/the-state-of-the-volunteer-fire-service-report