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Planning for the Off Ramp of the Current COVID Wave
February 15, 2022
The IAFC Coronavirus Task Force has been looking into the future and attempting to plan for a reduction in COVID burden in the communities we serve. This can then be matched to the stepdown of mask guidelines for the service.
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The IAFC SAR Data Collection Tool and the Response Hurricane Dorian
September 25, 2019
The partnership between the IAFC / NAPSG Foundation / Esri is in its third year of response to disasters.
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Remembering the Survivors of 9/11
September 13, 2019
What gets lost over time is the number of people that were saved on that day.
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FEMA's 'Ready' Program Can Help You Be Prepared
September 5, 2019
Are you and your family ready for an emergency?
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FRI 2019 Highlights: Chief Chat with Chief David Hawks
September 4, 2019
2019 Ben Franklin Award for Valor describes the day that earned him the award.
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Chief Rader: Change Begins With Leaders
August 27, 2019
Chief Jan Rader walks through ground zero of the opioid epidemic in her state by exploring how the community and first responders are making a difference - especially through community partnerships.
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NVFC and IAFC-VCOS Release Cancer Prevention Posters
August 22, 2019
Do you know the 11 actions firefighters need to take to reduce their risks of occupational cancer?
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The IAFC Launches a New Online Training: Fire Adapted Communities for the Fire Service
August 5, 2019
New online class helps first responders adapt to wildland fire threats.
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Reminder of Ongoing Kidde Recall
July 5, 2019
The 2017 recall of fire extinguishers by Kidde, in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is still ongoing.
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Safety, Health And Survival Section Spotlight: San Diego (CA) Fire-Rescue Department
April 17, 2018
Learn how San Diego Fire-Rescue collaborated with Cigna to implement a behavioral wellness treatment program for first responders and local law enforcement to help them cope with traumatic and high-stress situations while on the job.
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Safety: The Uphill Battle
June 9, 2019
Make the safety officer position in your department a key player in everything you do.
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IAFC Endorses Senate Legislation to Fund Fire Station Construction
August 3, 2022
The legislation would provide federal funding to maintain and build new fire stations across the nation.
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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.
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U.S. House Passes Next Generation 9-1-1 Legislation
August 2, 2022
Updates on U.S. house passing next generation 9-1-1 legislation.
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