International Association of Fire Chiefs
Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters
Chief Marc Bashoor told Wolf Blitzer that the training pause will lead to a “degradation in our services”
The fire service must heed relevant warnings to prepare for predictable major events and increase department resilience for the truly unpredictable events
Chiefs Pfeifer and Schwartz, Commissioner Cassano and FBI Special Agent Combs came together for the first time during Fire-Rescue International 2021
Fire-Rescue International kicks off in Charlotte, N.C., with a powerful 9/11 memorial tribute, an “State of the IAFC” statement and more
Rob Brown will now head the subsidiary consulting firm to help support innovation and a shared vision at the association
Identify the key factors for your department’s data needs – terminology, mapping, analysis and the “why”
The “Last Great Race on Earth” exemplifies the need for focused coordination between servant leaders and a motivated team
A brief introduction to drug-focused workplace policies – and how to find the statutes that apply to your state
10 principles the band followed to make the business end of their long, strange trip successful
It’s more than a safety program; it’s a mindset shift to help us learn from past mistakes to reduce risks and improve future performance
James Hedrick of Fairfax County showed perseverance during COVID-19 and excellence in training staff
Following a difficult year, Brown looks ahead and focuses on top priorities for the association
Agencies across the country are sharing their resources, activities for post-incident physical and psychological health
It’s time to standardize your second-alarm assignment for the benefit of your citizens, not just who you want to respond with
The Anne Arundel County chief considers whether stereotypes of generations hold true or whether they are used as a crutch for poor leadership
On-scene rehab is vital to firefighters’ health; here’s how firefighters can set aside a week to focus on rehab
In a statement, the acting president of the IAFC said Brown was selected for his ability to lead the organization during a time of “transformation challenges”
Chiefs Butler, Waldo and Wolford developed the plan to focus on the needs of IAFC members and promote open communication at the association
The bill would provide $15 billion to update the nation’s 911 infrastructure
The program scheduled for June 20-26 seeks to bring attention to post-incident physical and psychological health
The IAFC Public Statement Against Violence and Hate isn’t code; it’s a simple reminder of who we need to be as a fire service
Answering key questions about safety, efficacy, mutations, side effects, conspiracy theories, and what’s ahead as new vaccines roll out
In an end-of-year video, the leaders of eight national EMS and fire associations offered words of gratitude, encouragement and appreciation
The bill includes the Don’t Break Up the T-Band Act, which prevents the auction of the T-Band spectrum deemed critical to radio communications in metro areas
The Consolidated Appropriations Act does not include COVID-19 aid for state and local governments, but does include provisions to help fire and EMS
Fire agencies should encourage members to get vaccinated, prepare their response plans for vaccine distribution, and remain vigilant
The Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act recommends additional research into PFAS in PPE and alternatives to PFAS foam
The IAFC noted that states’ priority levels are still subject to change and urged fire and EMS leaders to contact their governors to ensure priority access for their members
Bob Stanczyk was putting out hot spots when he noticed discomfort in his left shoulder; alerting EMTs he didn’t feel right saved his life
The IAFC, IAFF, NVFC and National Association of State Fire Marshals issued a joint statement urging states to give firefighters the same priority as other front-line healthcare workers
Seven areas of preparation for transitioning to a paid, cross-trained fire and EMS system
Deputy Chief David Windrow relays his experience overcoming cancer and explains how leadership can support members during such a vulnerable time
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