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November 19, 2021
Today, the House of Representatives passed the Build Back Better Act (H.R. 5376) by a vote of 220-213.
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MAY 2020
Fire departments are not businesses, but we don’t have to look far to find examples of private sector management practices adopted into the fire service.
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MAY 2020
Expectations memos can be a handy tool in building high performing teams and productive employees.
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April 24, 2020
FEMA will begin accepting Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program applications for COVID-19 response at 8 AM ET, Tuesday, April 28.
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APRIL 2020
Even if you’re not sure you want to become a fire chief, applying some of the suggestions here will enable you to become better at what you do now, in the future, and as you mentor other members.
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April 2020
The current crisis with the coronavirus, while scary, doesn’t mean we should abandon our usual leadership practices.
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April 2020
There are so many things a chief must decide in a day, so start with simple questions.
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April 2020
As you look at the policies, standard operating procedures or guidelines, how are you describing your firefighters or civilian personnel?
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April 2, 2020
Under the CARES Act, all "private non-profit organizations" are eligible for purposes of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, including any entity exempt under IRC 501(c).
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March 27, 2020
IAFC Economic Task Force to help members navigate these challenging economic times.
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March 24, 2020
Since the earliest days the COVID-19 pandemic, the IAFC has been working around the clock providing fire and emergency service leaders with the information and resources they need to protect first responders and serve their communities.
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March 2022
Fire chief shares his personal experience with cardiovascular disease.
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March 23, 2022
A maximum of $20,000 per department is available to help RSG! members cover the cost of chipping programs.
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March 22, 2022
FEMA announced that it will be allowing a minimum 90% cost share for all federal emergency or major disaster declarations.
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