Symposium in the Sun

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

Visit the NVFC at booth 25.

Webinar: The Holidays and First Responders – How to Cope With Increased Stress

Join Ali Rothrock, CEO of On the Job and Off, for this free webinar as she explains the basics of mental health issues that may impact first responders, why the holidays can be especially difficult for responders and their families, and positive coping skills and resources that can help. Register here.

Wildland Fire Assessment Program Training

Kenwood Fire District 9045 Sonoma Highway (Highway 12), Kenwood, CA, United States

The Wildland Fire Assessment Program teaches fire service volunteers how to work-side-by-side with homeowners to identify threats around their property that may be susceptible to wildfires. Register by November 16.

Webinar: Volunteer EMS Recruitment

The NVFC is hosting a free webinar on Volunteer EMS Recruitment: Positive Marketing and a Blended Service. Join presenter Jules Scadden for a discussion on how positive marketing and imaging can improve recruitment and retention for volunteer EMS. Attendees will then learn how to successfully blend paid and volunteer personnel to keep morale high and

Webinar: The Case for Diversity and Inclusivity

In this free NVFC webinar, host Ali Rothrock will discuss the difference between equity and equality, why inclusion is so critical to department success, the mental health impact of a hostile work environment, and the benefits of a diverse work force. One webinar attendee will be selected to receive a free copy of Ali’s book,

Webinar: Preventing Monetary Theft in Your Fire/EMS Department

In this free NVFC webinar, presenter Dave Denniston of ESIP/McNeil & Co. will review how to keep your organization from becoming the next negative headline at a time when monetary thefts from organizations are becoming more prevalent. He will also highlight simple steps organizations can take to uncover theft and prevent theft from happening. Register

Webinar: Surviving the Job – Exposure Documentation

In this free webinar, explore and learn about apps available for exposure documentation that you can implement in your department, as well as the importance of reporting and the new National Firefighter Registry. This is one of a six-part cancer risk reduction webinar series from the IAFC-VCOS and NVFC. Register here.

Webinar: Using Drones in Public Safety

Drones are becoming more common and can have a significant impact on public safety. Fire departments can utilize drones to increase efficiency and help protect personnel and the public.

Free