International Association of Fire Chiefs
IAFC’s most prestigious award recognizes spirit of service, courage and heroism within the fire and emergency service
How Technology Summit International and the new Tech Talk Tuesday video series bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical fireground applications
Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters
The organization reminded fire departments to be “disciplined” in their response and “ready and available to local communities”
Motorola gave IAFC a grant to fund the Fire Service Executive Development Institute that provides chiefs with tools for success
Recognize the firefighter risk factors and symptoms of PTSD, and how to manage self-talk and meditate to reduce its physical and emotional effects
At the Opening General Session at Fire-Rescue International, the cream of the fire service crop are honored, and present inspiration for overcoming challenges
Captain Kyle Olson and firefighters Andrew Brian, Scott Kohler and Matt Towner are being hailed heroes after bringing a woman to safety by deploying a personal bail-out system
The IAFC’s statement regarding human dignity points to three issues the fire service must improve regarding diversity
Glen Echo Fire Department Chief Herbert Leusch and San Francisco Fire Department Chief Joanne Hayes-White are this year’s honorees
The organization encouraged fire departments to implement a zero-tolerance policy for “acts of deliberate or intentional discrimination”
IAFC FRI speakers discuss how fire and EMS departments can present data to elected officials, the media and the community at-large
The Darley Family Foundation donated to the IAFC Foundation in memory of William Darley and Chief Alan Brunacini
Bruce Moeller offers strategies for tackling the aging population, dubbed the “silver tsunami,” at Fire-Rescue Med 2018
The International Association of Fire Chiefs cited the PulsePoint app as a way to utilize responders and bystanders to increase sudden cardiac arrest survival
The three organizations are working together to offer free training during National EMS Week
Chief Bruce Varner describes what it was like to win his Fire Chief of the Year award during a tumultuous time and Chief Thomas Kuntz recalls winning alongside Chief Alan Brunacini
The two organizations announced that they have expanded their partnership by another year, which enables IAFC to promote AMU’s educational services
Fire response to the opioid crisis is evolving to meet the demands, requiring additional training and protective gear
The Ready, Set, Go! Program helps communities form wildfire protection plans and teaches them to be aware and act early on those plans
Chiefs Mary Beth Michos and Chris Barron break down what it takes to be Fire Chief of the Year material and what they’ve been doing since they won their awards
IAFC, Esri and the Intermedix Preparedness Division are teaming up to build the new software that better tracks emergency resources when mutual aid is required
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act addresses several issues affecting the fire and emergency service, including fire sprinklers and volunteers
The chair of the IAFC’s Emergency Vehicle Management Section shares his tips for funding, replacing the fire department fleet
Communication is key to helping career and volunteer firefighters be champions for a change that is ultimately good for service, the community and the department
Chief Porter R. Welch shares factors to consider before and while implementing a MIH-CP program
The ambassadors will promote participation at FRI 2018 and attend the conference for free
The VCOS report issues directives for advocating for firefighter mental health education, resources and support programs
The IAFC will continue to offer essential training for volunteer and remote responders to ensure they can manage rail incidents effectively
All workplace violence is not necessarily bullying or harassment, but all bullying and harassment are forms of violence
Chief Travis Myklebust offered strategies to create community partnerships and collaboration to achieve a reduction in 911 calls the fire service responds to
Firefighter Bart van Leeuwen advocated for better firefighter education to help fire departments implement game-changing information technology
The FRC will create an advisory committee on firefighter physicals to spearhead communication and outreach efforts
