Submit Your Comment on the OSHA Emergency Response Standard
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New Guide for Fire Service Families
The NVFC has released a guide to help families of new recruits adjust to the volunteer fire service lifestyle.
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The NVFC First Responder Helpline provides assistance to members and their families in a crisis moment and for a variety of work-life stresses.
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Register nowLegislative Victory! AFG and SAFER Reauthorization Passes
Jul 2, 2024:
In a victory for the fire and emergency services, the Senate passed the Fire Grants and Safety Act (S. 870). This bill reauthorizes the Assistance for Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for...
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Take Action on OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard
Jul 2, 2024:
The NVFC is encouraging all volunteer responders to submit a public comment to OSHA by the July 22 deadline to explain how the proposed Emergency Response Standard will impact their department and...
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Five Volunteer Fire Departments Receive $5,000 Thanks to Partnership Between Nutella® and the NVFC
Jul 2, 2024:
$25,000 in grants and 100 pancake breakfast kits donated through the Nutella® “Stacks for Giving Back” program
Volunteer first responders are there when their community needs them – whatever...
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Volunteer View: Revolutionizing Recruitment with ChatGPT
Jul 2, 2024:
Artificial intelligence can be an asset for volunteer fire departments, offering a resource to help departments develop messaging and language to attract, inform, and motivate potential applicants....
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Volunteer Fire Service Culture – Essential Strategies for Success: A Three-Part Training
Jul 2, 2024:
Fire department culture has a significant impact on safety. This NVFC course examines various aspects of organizational culture, including leadership, physical and mental wellness, and the climate of...
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National Volunteer Fire Council Receives $100,000 Donation from Tractor Supply Company Foundation
Jul 2, 2024:
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has received $100,000 from Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, and the Tractor Supply Company Foundation. The...
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Command training: Simple tips for new incident commanders
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Editor's Opinion | Who Are Your Advocates?
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: NVFC Help Desk for OSHA Comments. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
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OSHA Proposed Emergency Response Standard
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It is critical that members of the fire and emergency services submit a public comment explaining what should be changed in the proposed standard and why.Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email