Hazmat News

Webinar: Lessons Learned from Fukushima

April 12, 2021

This presentation will share experiences and lessons that will greatly benefit decision makers and responders who have to prepare for wide area environmental remediation to respond to and recover from radiological contamination events. read more

FCC Refers Carriers to Enforcement for Failing to Meet Key 911 Location Accuracy Deadline

April 13, 2021

Vertical location is critical to helping first responders quickly locate 911 wireless callers, particularly in buildings taller than three stories. read more
Webinar: Lessons Learned from Fukushima

April 12, 2021

This presentation will share experiences and lessons that will greatly benefit decision makers and responders who have to prepare for wide area environmental remediation to respond to and recover from radiological contamination events. read more
NHTSA Encourages First Responders to Review its Guidelines for Incidents Involving Electric of Hybrid Vehicles Following NTSB Study on Risks Posed by These Vehicles

February 22, 2021

Guidance for responders when responding to incidents including electric vehicles. read more
Congress Passes Three Year Reauthorization of PHMSA

February 4, 2021

The PIPES Act reauthorizes the PHMSA through FY 2023 and contains a number of provisions that improve pipeline safety. read more
Keep Your Community Safe

August 28, 2020

The goal of this survey is to identify the strengths of fire departments that can be helpful to other LEPCs. read more
Hazmat and Local Emergency Planning Committees

September 2020

Industrial partners are encouraged to be active in their Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPC). read more
USDOT Announces Updated Hazmat Emergency Guidebook

August 6, 2020

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced the publication of the 2020 edition of its Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG). read more
PFAS incineration in New York spurs legislation, loss of federal contracts

June 22, 2020

PFAS incineration has been a source of interest for some companies, with U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) contracts offering an access point. read more
Chemical Safety in Shared Communities: What Fire Chiefs Can Do

JUNE 2020

Learn four things fire chiefs can do to keep communities safe. read more
National Emergency Declaration: What Fire Chiefs Need to Know

March 14, 2020

President Trump on March 13 declared a national emergency over the coronavirus pandemic, invoking the Stafford Act. read more

IAFC News

Webinar: Making a Dynamic Professional Development Program for Fire Leaders

April 14, 2021

This onversation will help you identify needs, find motivators, and explore the necessary components to establish a successful program for your organization. read more
CMS Issues Repayment Notice

April 14, 2021

CMS is looking to recoup payments made to agencies under its Accelerated and Advanced Payments program from 2020 read more
CISA releases an updated Fire as a Weapon Action Guide

April 14, 2021

The updated action guide promotes vigilance for our industry partners and empowers security professionals to observe and evaluate potential indicators, mitigate potential risk, and obtain help when necessary. read more