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

Wildland Fire Assessment Program Training

Mountain Ranch Community Club 8049 Washington Street, Mountain Ranch, 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 March 4. This class is brought to you by the El Rancho Loma Serena Firewise Committee and the Central Calaveras Fire & Rescue Protection District.

NVFC Annual Membership Meeting

This meeting is open to all state, individual, department, and corporate members of the NVFC. Attendees will hear reports on NVFC’s business and financial operations. State member representatives may vote on matters raised at the meeting, such as the proposed amendments to the Articles of Incorporation. Registration is required to participate.

Webinar: Reset and Recharge: How to Manage Stress in Uncertain Times

The spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has more than just physical health implications. It also creates uncertainty and changes in lifestyle that can have an emotional impact. Firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers may be feeling the impact especially hard as they navigate the new realities of responding and maintaining operations during this

Free