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NVFC Seeks Training Coordinator

Apr 19, 2024: The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the premier nonprofit association serving the volunteer fire, emergency, and rescue services for more than 45 years. Today, the NVFC serves as the voice...
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Comment Period Extended for OSHA’s Updated Emergency Response Standard

Apr 9, 2024: On February 5, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modernize the agency’s “Fire Brigades” standard with a proposed new...
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AFG and SAFER Funding Reduced in FY 2024 Funding Legislation

Apr 9, 2024: On March 23, President Biden signed into law the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act (P.L. 118-47). This law provides funding to portions of the federal government for the remainder of fiscal year...
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The NVFC First Responder Helpline is There When You Need It

Apr 9, 2024: If you need assistance, the NVFC First Responder Helpline is here for you! NVFC members and their household family can call the Helpline for moments of crises and for help with work-life stresses. The...
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Adding Life to Your Years

Apr 9, 2024: Did you know that April is Physical Wellness Month? As an emergency responder, taking care of your health is especially important as it increases your ability to serve safely and effectively. Learn...
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Emergency Vehicle Safe Operations

Apr 9, 2024: A significant percentage of line-of-duty deaths and injuries occur when responding to, or returning from, incidents. This NVFC course reviews 11 best practices volunteer first responders can adopt to...
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