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Spanish-Language Hazmat Instructor - Independent Contractor Opportunity
May 22, 2023
Seeking a minimum of two (2) independent contractors to serve as Spanish-speaking Hazmat Safety Instructors
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Teaming Up for Hazmat Rail Response
November 14, 2013
Thousands of shipments of hazardous materials traverse the United States every day, travelling via one of the nation’s rail carriers. ...
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The IAFC at 140: Helping Responders Help Responders
October 31, 2013
One of the benefits of any association is taking the lessons learned from any specific knowledge base or interest group ...
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Spread the 811 Word: A Letter from the IAFC President and PHMSA
August 1, 2013
Dear IAFC Member, The IAFC and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) ask the nations fire service leaders ...
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Lame Duck or Productive Duck?
November 4, 2014
As 2014 starts winding down and winter is fast approaching, Congress is increasing its workload. Immediately after the mid-term elections, ...
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Company Officer Leadership - Applied Research and Hazmat Issues
May 19, 2016
Applied research is a form of systematic inquiry involving the practical application of science; it refers to the scientific study and research that seeks to solve practical problems. Those of us that are enrolled in or have graduated from the ...
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A Potential Game Changer for the Next Call
May 19, 2016
The pipeline incident may have happened more than six years ago, but it’s a vivid memory that hasn’t faded for ...
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How Research Changes Response
May 5, 2016
Let’s go back to the early 1980s: the fire service was just starting to respond to a new emergency response, ...
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Company Officer Leadership: Applied Research and Hazmat Issues
Applied research is a form of systematic inquiry involving the practical application of science; it refers to the scientific study ...
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Planning for a Chemical Emergency
February 15, 2016
In December 1984, a gas that’s used in the production of insecticide was accidentally and unknowingly released upon the public. ...
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IAFC to Develop Rail Safety Program Thanks to ALERT Grant
October 7, 2015
Fairfax, Va. - With support from a new $2.6 million federal grant, the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) will ...
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Important NIST Findings on Firefighter Gear: Understanding the Risks of PFAS
January 17, 2024
Are firefighters at risk of increased exposure to cancer-causing chemicals in their protective clothing?
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Lion, IAFC Proudly Partner for Saudi Aramco Cohort 24 International Fellowship Program Graduation
January 10, 2024
IAFC continues partnership to provide a host environment for the Fellowship Program.
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Statement from IAFC President, Chief John S. Butler
January 2, 2024
IAFC President, Chief John S. Butler announces appointments
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