Community Risk Reduction
Fire departments are primary advocates for community risk reduction (CRR). While fire prevention, inspections and public education remain integral parts of fire department activities, the CRR concept takes a more holistic approach to improving civilian and firefighter safety.
Share these tips with your community to help replace “fight or flight” instincts with smart decision-making for scary kitchen moments
The fire service must walk the walk in our support of residential sprinklers
Build strong relationships before an emergency arises
First responders know holiday-related injuries are rampant this time of year; share this downloadable safety graphic and PDF with your community to help prevent as many as possible
Economic Incentives are the focus of CRR Week 2025
The St. Joseph Fire Department is working to reduce the number of fires caused by people seeking shelter inside abandoned structures
Videos offer as useful tips firefighters can share with their communities just in time for Thanksgiving
The Nuisance Fire Task Force includes police officers and sanitation workers as a part of new effort to stop fires in the Kensington neighborhood
Understanding there is always room for improvement, the Grand Rapids Fire Department is asking residents to let them know how they are doing
Officials, insurers and homeowners navigate the financial costs of protecting homes from wildfires
How to tailor your safety messaging by age group
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike without warning, and every minute counts
The NFPA offers essential space heater safety recommendation for fire departments to share with their communities
As you ready yourself and your community for a heatwave, keep these tips in mind
Investigators determined the fire that killed two people living in a Queens garage was arson
Grab these firefighter-approved turkey fryers and related equipment
The Anchorage Fire Department is calling attention to poor maintenance, safety problems in multi-family housing
From spooky safety tips to fun costume posts, law enforcement, fire and EMS departments nationwide are sharing the Halloween spirit through photos and videos
Learn how fire drills – a now-routine part of American life – emerged over the years as fire safety and prevention practices improved
From grabber tools to car safety handles, discover affordable devices designed to assist with mobility and reach, reducing the risk of injury
It’s important that first responders don’t take their public image for granted; prove your commitment to public service every day
“Our first responders are everyday heroes, and we are so grateful for their service,” President Joe Biden said
We may be humble public servants, but that doesn’t mean we can’t spotlight our impact, particularly when the public is paying attention
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
When it comes to educating the public, nothing beats a catchy slogan
A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders
Manchester-by-the-Sea firefighters competed for the best chili with the public voting for the favorite
Fire prevention investigators found numerous violations inside the illegally converted Queens house
Stamford firefighters faced “heavy fire” on both floors extending into the attic when they arrived
The Sterling Fire Department is using a program that allows residents and business owners to provide critical information to enhance pre-planning
Verify the presence of working smoke alarms wherever you go
Whether you are applying for federal, state, local, private or nonprofit funds, know your project’s proposal inside and out
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