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Heart Safe Communities Honored at Fire-Rescue Med 2023
May 23, 2023
Two fire departments were recognized for their success in improving cardiac arrest survival rates in their communities
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Lessons Learned from the Misfortunes of Others
January 2020
Using Case Studies to Aid Professional Development
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What I Wish I Knew When I Became a Fire Chief
December 2019
A lesson on relationships.
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It's Drone Safety Week
November 5, 2019
This is an opportunity to share your commitment to drone safety and download valuable resources for you and your crew.
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Mitigation Moment: Roadside Fuels Reduction Projects in Helena, MT
October 2019
Roadside fuels reduction was a priority for Helena departments when identifying mitigation projects due to the potential impact with evacuations for both residential and seasonal populations as well as considering firefighter safety.
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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
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EMS Data Collection – How Do Your Costs Add Up?
October 2019
Does your fire department bill for EMS service? If so, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) wants to get a snapshot of your agency’s EMS costs, revenues, and utilization.
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Firefighter Safety Culture Starts Behind the Wheel
October 2019
A comprehensive emergency vehicle driver program demonstrates your organization’s culture of safety for your firefighters, as well as the general public, that encounters our emergency vehicles on the street.
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Firefighters' Top 8 Characteristics of Effective Leaders
October 2019
Firefighters weigh in on what makes a leader worthy of respect and loyalty.
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Accounting for Fire Departments in Congress
October 2019
Your help is needed to contact your members of Congress and urge them to include fire sprinklers and volunteer tax protections in any tax package that Congress will pass this year.
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ET3 Updates: Where Is the Program Heading?
September 20, 2019
One of the most important announcements from CMMI came with their decision to extend the application period, which now will close on October 5 at 11:59 PM ET.
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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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