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Department of Labor seeks to expand, establish protections for today’s emergency response workers
December 22, 2023
Proposal to update standard and expand safety & health protections for emergency responders.
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Dousing Public Housing Fires
May 13, 2021
IAFC urges Congress to pass critical legislation to fund fire sprinkler installations
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Leadership Lessons Learned During a Crisis
April 2021
The COVID-19 crisis has heightened the awareness of mental illness as a real physical illness, not a character weakness or a choice.
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Help Vaccinate America
April 2, 2021
Register for an opportunity to help distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to communities.
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CDC Releases New Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals
March 10, 2021
The CDC has released new guidelines for individuals who have received their COVID-19 vaccinations. Everyone is encouraged to review these guidelines and do their part to help control the spread of COVID-19.
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Accepting Failure or Faking Perfection? It’s Time to be Realistic About our Success and Failures
February 2021
We must review our incidents with honesty or we’ll never be able to improve as a fire service.
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Top Wildfire Management Groups Name 2021 National Wildfire Mitigation Awardees
February 23, 2021
Individuals and organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildfire risk reduction.
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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.
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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.
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How fire chiefs can push past mistakes to grow as an individual and advance their organization
February 2021
Overcoming key personal battles will ultimately serve the entire department.
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City Officials – How Must Your Cities Change in the Future?
December 2020
Our goal to protect our staff and citizens should be unwavering.
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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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