International Association of Fire Chiefs
Firefighter/EMT-turned-attorney Steve Wirth addressed the criminalization of medical errors in cases like the Elijah McClain trial
Follow what’s happening on the exhibit hall floor, during educational sessions and at networking events
The outgoing IAFC president reflects on his accomplishments, lessons learned and impactful moments from the past year
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
One of the new machines uses scanning technology to compare the parts that have been machined
The Scott Connect Monitor, AVIVA half mask respirator, Scott Sight and other portable gas monitors will also be on display
A two-tier locker and personnel locker are among the new products on display at FRI 2017
The Reveal FirePRO retails for $799; a live demo can be scheduled during FRI 2017
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Fire and civic leaders from around the world encouraged attendees to serve their communities with passion in the best job in the world
Firefighters must remain mentally engaged in assessing the conditions to determine when positive outcomes can be safely achieved
The IAFC stressed that they believe FirstNet will “enhance emergency response operations” in the fire industry “for years to come”
Chiefs from North Lenoir Fire & Rescue in Kinston, N.C. and Macon-Bibb Country Fire department in Macon, Ga., receive prestigious awards at Fire-Rescue International
The report raises awareness of emotional and behavioral health problems as well as the importance of changing culture
The partnership aims to reinforce the use of a smartphone app to connect nearby CPR-trained citizens and off-duty responders with people in cardiac arrest
Fire Chief John Sinclair said purchases made with the grant “improved their safety and helped improve regional interoperability between local fire departments.”
Fire-Rescue International conference speakers discuss the magnitude of the epidemic and the challenges it presents for the fire and EMS service
The annual conference brings together EMS leaders, medical directors, chief officers, quality improvement leaders and government officials
“I Can’t Save You, But I’ll Die Trying: The American Fire Culture” discusses fire safety and the issues firefighters face
Fire-Rescue International conference speaker breaks down the legal issues that are important to fire and EMS departments
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