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Hazmat News

FEMA FAQs Include Information of Reimbursement for Participation in Public Vaccine Programs

January 25, 2021

The reimbursement would take place through FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program. read more

LEPC 101: Las Vegas Prepares for Earthquake Response

March 2, 2020

The members of the North Las Vegas Fire industrial and first responder communities participated in an earthquake tabletop exercise. read more
Essential Hazmat Training Criteria for Responders, Leaders

July 2020

Do you know your training programs strengths? Weaknesses? read more
LEPC 101: What is an LEPC and Why is it Important

January 24, 2020

This program is designed to create community training in preparing for over the road, rail and pipeline Hazardous Materials and other emergency incidents, especially in rural areas. read more
Critical Information During a Chemical Response

February 2020

To increase the chemical information available to firefighters requires a combined effort read more
What Chiefs Need to Know About Hazmat Preparedness

January 2020

Chief, are you prepared for a hazmat incident? read more
Congress Passes PFAS Legislation

December 19, 2019

There is a concern that firefighters’ exposure to PFAS may lead to cancer and problems with the thyroid and immune systems. read more
Continuing Education: The Lifeblood of the Hazmat Responder

November 2019

Hazmat Responders Need to be Informed and Prepared. read more
IAFC and TC Energy Partnership Continues to Evolve

November 2019

The partnership has led to successful training and community engagement. read more
U.S. DOT Proposes Major Rule for the Safe Transportation of LNG by Rail Tank Car

October 23, 2019

Currently, LNG may only be transported via rail in a portable tank with an approval from FRA. However, the HMR does authorize the DOT 113 specification tank car for other flammable cryogenic liquids read more
Phase Two of the IAFC Community Safety Grant Launched

September 27, 2019

Defining the LEPC. Do you understand the functions of the local emergency planning committee? read more

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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
Safety Stand Down 2021: Rebuild Rehab

February 22, 2021

Responder agencies are encouraged to suspend all non-emergency activities during the week of June 20-26 in order to focus on training and education related to this year’s theme, Rebuild Rehab. read more
HHS Announces ASPR TRACIE Website to Provide Information for Healthcare Practitioners

February 17, 2021

Fire and EMS chiefs are encouraged to review this website and bookmark it as appropriate. read more

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