Jan 01, 0001

Your One-Stop Resource for Hazmat Training & Tools

Discover the toolkit’s new features and add your own knowledge to strengthen the network.

Jan 01, 0001

ERG 2024 Updates and Hazmat Hot Topics

Strengthen your hazmat knowledge with five dynamic recorded sessions led by industry experts.

Jan 01, 0001

Enhancing Fire Safety and Energy Storage Oversight

NEMA and IAFC's Fire, Life & Safety Section working together

Jan 01, 0001

9/11 Reflections: A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice

Quotes and reflections, shared by first responders, preserve the personal truths of that day, ensuring we never forget the sacrifices made and the lessons learned.

Jan 01, 0001

Empowering Responders: Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 CHEMTREC® HELP Award

Funding Available to Expand Your Hazmat Program

Jan 01, 0001

The IAFF has released its Energy Hazard Guide

Training tool, downloadable search resource for responses involving energy

Jan 01, 0001

Help Strengthen Hazmat Rail Response, Your Experience Matters!

We need your assistance with insights from those who have responded to a rail incident involving Hazardous Materials.

Jan 01, 0001

New IAFC Guide: Am I Protected?—Understanding CBRN Threats

IAFC guide to navigate the complexities of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats.

Jan 01, 0001

International Code Council invites building and fire officials to contribute valuable insights for developing resources

We kindly request your assistance in sharing the Hydrogen Permitting and Safety Survey

Jan 01, 0001

Update: National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS)

NERIS began its FEMA Region rollout campaign to begin transitioning and onboarding departments into the new system

Jan 01, 0001

The U.S. House of Representatives Passes Legislation to Help Make Micromobility Devices Fire-Safe.

H.R. 973, the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-ion Batteries Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives

Jan 01, 0001

New Rural Rail Response Training Package and Response Guide

Check out the newly revised Rural Rail Response to Railroad Hazardous Materials Incidents training course

Jan 01, 0001

Explore and Contribute to the Home Oxygen Therapy (HOT) Data Dashboard to help Enhance Community Safety

Help enhance practices and enhance community safety by sharing your experiences with Home Oxygen Therapy

Jan 01, 0001

IAFC 2025 Conference Lineup – An Event for Every Leader

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

Jan 01, 0001

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

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

Jan 01, 0001

Ensuring Safety in the Age of Lithium-Ion Batteries

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

Jan 01, 0001

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

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

Jan 01, 0001

Come participate in the conversation about Fire Service Hazards and Building and Fire Code Prevention Measures related to Lithium-ion Batteries and Energy Storage Systems!

Join the IAFC and FLSS session on lithium-Ion Batteries during FRI.

Jan 01, 0001

Firefighter Families Visit Washington DC to Advocate for PSOB Benefits

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

Jan 01, 0001

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Adopts Final Rule to Amend Real-Time Train Consist Information Requirements

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a final rule altering the Hazardous Materials Regulations found in 49 C.F.R. §§171—180

Jan 01, 0001

New Standards Development Activity on Battery Safety

NFPA is seeking comments regarding New Standards Development Activity on Battery Safety

Jan 01, 0001

U.S. House of Representatives Passes Critical Fire Safety Legislation

The Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act has passed its first hurdle. This important safety bill and its companion legislation will now face a Senate vote.

Jan 01, 0001

Message from IAFC President John Butler re: OSHA Draft Emergency Response Standard

Message from IAFC President John Butler re: OSHA Draft Emergency Response Standard

Jan 01, 0001

Fire Chief John S. Butler Testifies on the Fire Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Calls for Immediate Action

IAFC President Testifies on the Fire Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Calls for Immediate Action

Jan 01, 0001

Important NIST Findings on Firefighter Gear: Understanding the Risks of PFAS

Are firefighters at risk of increased exposure to cancer-causing chemicals in their protective clothing?

Jan 01, 0001

Department of Labor seeks to expand, establish protections for today’s emergency response workers

Proposal to update standard and expand safety & health protections for emergency responders.

Jan 01, 0001

Training: Batteries in the Fire Service, Tall Mass-Timber Buildings & Fire Department Concerns, and Codes that Safeguard Construction

Training on operational response and code requirements for batteries in buildings and energy storage systems

Jan 01, 0001

IAFC Presents on EV Battery Safety at the EV Charging Symposium

EV Charging Symposium brought together stakeholders to collaborate on EV battery safety

Jan 01, 0001

Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Roundtable

Reports capture the findings from these assessments and the discussion from the recent Roundtable meeting.

Jan 01, 0001

Responding to Propane Incidents

While performing air monitoring of the structure for flammable gas there are a few items you need to remember to operate in a safe and efficient manner.

Jan 01, 0001

Needs Assessment of US Fire Service

Fifth Needs Assessment shows some progress but continuing gaps in fire department resources.

Jan 01, 0001

Pipeline Incident Response Requires Coordination, Training and Federal Support

IAFC President Dan Eggleston today told a House of Representatives panel that an effective response to a pipeline/hazmat incident requires pipeline operators, local fire departments and other state and local officials to work together.

Jan 01, 0001

ALERT Grant Enables IAFC to Continue Rail Safety Program

Thousands of responders trained both online and in person.

Jan 01, 0001

IAFC and TransCanada Extend Partnership

Agreement Supports Pipeline Emergency Response Training across North America