Webinar: Breaking Bad – Overcoming Bad Habits and Generational Gaps in Recruitment and Retention

Recruitment and retention are two of the most pressing challenges facing many volunteer fire and EMS departments. This webinar, presented by Colby Cagle, will identify bad habits developed in today's volunteer fire service that can impact recruitment and retention, debunk some common generational myths, and share takeaways and pro tips that you can apply in

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Hazmat PIT Crew Train-the-Trainer

Mercerville Fire House 2711 Nottingham Way, Mercerville, NJ, United States

The following courses will be offered: Teaching Hazmat Basics Teaching Cargo Tank Awareness Instructor Training for Flammable Gases

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Webinar: Mastering De-Escalation, Part 2 — Advanced Techniques for Firefighters

This empowering, highly anticipated sequel builds upon Part 1 and focuses on two essential tools: Emotional Labeling and the Pause Trifecta. Led by Kerry Mensior, a 30-year law enforcement veteran and executive director of IDEA (International De-Escalation Association), this session delves into the precise application of these techniques. Discover how to avoid common pitfalls, harness

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South Atlantic FIRE RESCUE Expo

Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Come visit the NVFC at booth #308!

Fire-Rescue International

Kansas City Convention Center 301 W 13th St., Suite 100, Kansas City, MO, United States

Visit the NVFC at booth #1827.

Roundtable Talk: The Use of Social Media as a Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Tool

Recruitment and retention are ongoing challenges for many fire and EMS departments around the country. Departments are often in search of tips and easy-to-access tools that are effective and can improve both their staffing levels and culture overall. Has your department considered how social media can act as a tool for recruiting and retaining members?

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Hazmat PIT Crew Train-the-Trainer

Pontotoc Community Center 112 E. Stateline Rd, Fulton, KY, United States

The following courses will be offered: Teaching Hazmat Basics Teaching Cargo Tank Awareness - MC 306 & DOT 406 Risk-Based Hazmat Training

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Webinar: Distracted Driving — Personal and Professional Considerations

Distracted driving persists at epidemic levels despite the efforts of many national campaigns. Why haven’t we been able to significantly change driving behaviors? Perhaps it’s because we haven’t given drivers the right reasons to change. Responders are in peril every time they go to a crash scene because of distracted drivers. It is incumbent on

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