IAFC-VCOS Symposium in the Sun

Hilton Clearwater Beach 400 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater, FL, United States

Visit the NVFC at booth #46.

Webinar: Evidence-Based Foundations of Active Bystandership for the Fire Service

The first two webinars of this three-part series from the NVFC and Women in Fire focused on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and explored some specific issues that exist in fire and emergency service departments. In this final session, learn about tools for action and how to activate your allyship as an Active

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Webinar – Emergency Responder Stress: Consequences and Coping Mechanisms

It is common for emergency responders to experience stress, but often we fail to recognize its impact on our performance both on the job and at home. In this webinar presented by Derrick Edwards, participants will learn the physiological and psychological responses to accumulated stress and explore the various ways responders have attempted to cope.

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Webinar – NVFC First Responder Helpline: Assistance When You Need It Most

While many workplaces offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide a range of support for mental health and work-life concerns, volunteer fire departments typically do not. That’s why the NVFC and Provident teamed up to offer the NVFC First Responder Helpline for NVFC members and their household family. The helpline provides immediate assistance in

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Webinar – Lithium-Ion Batteries & Energy Storage Systems Series, Part 1: Rising to the Challenge

The use of modern energy storage system (ESS) technology, including lithium-ion batteries, has exponentially increased over the last decade and is now in almost every facet of our daily lives. These ESSs pose new, and sometimes complex, challenges for first responders in terms of emergency planning and response. Their deployment and use directly impacts the

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Live Discussion: Firefighter Cancer Awareness & Prevention

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Join the NVFC and expert panelists to learn more about what types of cancer most commonly affect firefighters, why firefighters face an increased risk of cancer, and what actions you and your department can take to reduce risks and prevent job-related cancer. Panelists include: Brian McQueen, NVFC board member

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Live Discussion: Serve Strong — The Importance of Firefighter Physicals

February is American Heart Month, and this is a great time for firefighters and EMS providers to focus on their health. Join the NVFC and subject matter experts to learn why it is important for responders to get an annual medical evaluation, how firefighter physicals are different from regular physicals, how departments can implement a

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Webinar — Putting Out Fires: Verbal De-escalation Tips for the Fire Service

When encountering an upset or angry person in your fire or EMS department, it can be difficult to know what to do. Most de-escalation trainings encourage you to apply logical solutions to emotional situations, which does not work. In this highly interactive webinar presented by Kerry Mensior, you’ll learn effective communication and de-escalation skills that

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