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Long COVID: A Need for Full Situational Awareness
April 24, 2023
Looking at the long-term effects of COVID-19 on firefighter health and fitness
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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.
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2020 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees Announced
July 10, 2020
Individuals and organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildfire risk reduction.
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What You Need to Know About New Smoke Alarms
July 2020
The three Es come together.
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Smart Firefighting: Virtual Chat on Data in the Fire Service
June 2020
How do we capture this data, analyze it without bias, and then use it to make meaningful decisions?
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First 5 Minutes on The Fireground
JUNE 2020
The Incident Safety Officer’s response, arrival and initial activity are critical.
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Priority Dispatch and PulsePoint Partner to Help 911 Dispatchers Guide Callers to Closest Lifesaving AED
June 17, 2020
June 23 Webinar to Highlight Best Practices in Dispatching Citizen Response to Sudden Cardiac Arrest
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Chemical Safety in Shared Communities: What Fire Chiefs Can Do
JUNE 2020
Learn four things fire chiefs can do to keep communities safe.
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Wildfire Mitigation Awards Nominations Open
June 1, 2020
Applications Open for the 2021 Wildfire Mitigation Awards
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Chief Ludwig Issues Public Statement
June 1, 2020
President of the IAFC to protesters: "We are not your enemy."
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Mass Gatherings During COVID-19 Pandemic
May 29, 2020
Leadership considerations for response to mass gatherings and large crowd events.
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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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IAFC Presents Historical Memorabilia as a Part of Their 150th Anniversary Celebration Plans
May 22, 2023
The IAFC will celebrate 150th anniversary at a press conference on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 3:30 PM ET
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IAFC Board Unveils 150th Anniversary Celebration Plans
May 20, 2023
IAFC is turning 150
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