Hazmat News

“Lithium-ion Batteries: Are You Ready?” is Announced as Theme for Safety Stand Down, June 18-24, 2023

March 16, 2023

The 2023 Safety Stand Down will be June 18 - 24. The week of the Safety Stand Down will cover topics relating to lithium-ion battery response and safety, which will be broken down into five daily focus areas: recognition of hazards, firefighting operations, firefighter safety, post-incident considerations, and public education. read more

“Lithium-ion Batteries: Are You Ready?” is Announced as Theme for Safety Stand Down, June 18-24, 2023

March 16, 2023

The 2023 Safety Stand Down will be June 18 - 24. The week of the Safety Stand Down will cover topics relating to lithium-ion battery response and safety, which will be broken down into five daily focus areas: recognition of hazards, firefighting operations, firefighter safety, post-incident considerations, and public education. read more
Propane Emergencies: Basic Certifications with Propane Emergency

August 1, 2022

It is essential that all responders to understand the changes that have occurred that pertain to NFPA 470 and be well versed in the OSHA requirements. read more
Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Roundtable

June 8, 2022

Reports capture the findings from these assessments and the discussion from the recent Roundtable meeting. read more
Responding to Propane Incidents

June 7, 2022

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. read more
IAFC Launches Whole Community Planning for Disaster Online Training

June 13, 2022

This course will provide information on why/how community organizations and others can participate in inclusive emergency planning processes to improve resiliency. read more
New Ethanol Emergency Response Training Now Available

February 2, 2022

RFA and TRANSCAER announces new ethanol emergency response training. read more
Propane Emergencies: Responding to Flammable Gas Incidents

January 2022

The basic steps and processes outlined in this article should be utilized by departments of all sizes, from small rural to large metropolitan departments. read more
Congress Passes Legislation to Address Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

December 27, 2021

This year’s NDAA contains several provisions that address problems relating to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). read more
Save the Date: 3rd International Fire Operations Conference & Exhibition

December 22, 2021

A platform for academicians, researchers, managers, subject matter experts & students to share their research findings/best practices with the global audience. read more
Needs Assessment of US Fire Service

December 17, 2021

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

IAFC News

First Responder Wellness Week: 5 days of health and wellness

March 24, 2023

Join us March 27-31 as we partner with Lexipol to launch the first annual First Responder Wellness Week read more
Submit Your Nomination for the 2023 IAFC Ben Franklin Award for Valor

March 27, 2023

Presented annually at Fire-Rescue International (FRI) by the IAFC and Motorola Solutions, the award honors a firefighter(s) for their expert training, professional service and dedication to duty displayed in saving human life. read more
Full U.S. Senate to Consider Legislation to Protect the FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs!

March 20, 2023

Within the next few days, the U.S. Senate may be considering legislation to reauthorize funding for key grant programs. read more