International Association of Fire Chiefs
The Cuba (Alabama) fire chief talks FD recruitment, plus the programs helping his members better serve their community
From drones in the snow to AI analyzing emergency runs, this episode features insights on how tech can support – not overwhelm – first responders
One volunteer and one career chief to be honored at FRI 2025 in Orlando, Florida
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
How to develop a comprehensive firefighter rehab program and build your response team
Two chiefs share nine tips they wish they knew before taking the top spot
Battalion Chief Diane Schroeder explains how maintaining your love of the fire service will take resilience, support and self-care
Assistant Chief Debbie Carpenter shares tools and strategies for firefighters and fire leaders when making and maintaining ethical standards
Chief Mike Ragone recaps Global Medical Response’s pandemic response and explains how fire and EMS agencies must prepare for future outbreaks
Outlining the primary and measurable objectives of company-level leadership
Chief Trisha Wolford tackles differences between learning styles, deference to authority and why millennials get a bad rap
Focusing on margin gives us a great way to both monitor risk – and how we respond to it
The bill would prevent the spectrum used by first responders from being auctioned off in February 2021
How months of civil unrest forced the fire service to build new community relationships, fight for access, step up communication and protect its members
The HERO Act will develop peer mental health training programs and create a system to collect information about first responder suicides
Chief Gary Ludwig explains how the IAFC plans to engage members and provide networking during #VirtualFRI
Almost 2 decades later, emergency radio channels used for COVID-19, terrorism scheduled to be cut
The International Association of Fire Chiefs also said EMS personnel should have a role in administering the vaccine
Presidential duties have been transferred from Chief Gary Ludwig to Chief Richard Carrizzo
Reviewing the impact of civil unrest, the need to coordinate with other agencies, plus training on active shooter and fire as a weapon
During crisis, chiefs must communicate effectively, be honest, get personal and convey hope
Fire-Rescue International will be a two-part virtual event – the ReIGNITE Digital Conference in October, plus a separate event for IAFC meetings in August
The bipartisan group of House representatives is calling for agencies to receive reimbursements for treatment-in-place responses and telehealth use
The association plans to hold a virtual version of its flagship event the same weekend
Chief Gary Ludwig testified before a House committee, detailing how legislative efforts have helped fire and EMS personnel – and where shortcomings remain
