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Apr
07
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

April 7

As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those

Apr
11
In-Person – Teaching Hazmat Basics

April 11

This course covers the foundations of teaching hazmat response and safety. Attendees will learn how to connect their hazmat training to the risks faced by the student audience. They will

Apr
11
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

April 11

As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those

Apr
12
In-Person – Tools in Hazmat Training

April 12

Build your hazmat training ‘toolbox’ with this course, which focuses on the different types of resources and equipment you can use for quality hazmat training. Attendees will walk away with

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Enter for a Chance to Win an MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet

Apr 1, 2026

National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) members have four chances to win an MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet in 2026. The first entry period is now open through April 30. Additional entry periods will take place in June, August, and November. This is the fifth year that MSA Safety has teamed up with the NVFC to give away helmets to volunteer... Read More ...

NVFC Announces Recipients of the 2026 Fire Service Achievement Awards

Mar 24, 2026

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce the recipients of its annual fire service achievement awards. These awards recognize those who have gone above and beyond in service to their department and community. The 2026 recipients are: Roger Beedy, William J. Darley Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Darley; Frank Leeb,... Read More ...

Recruitment and Retention Microlearning Videos Now Available

Mar 24, 2026

The NVFC has released a series of bite sized videos to provide time-constrained volunteer fire and EMS departments with quick tips and best practices to recruit and retain members. These three- to five-minute microlearning videos cover a variety of topics, including health and wellness, non-wage benefits, strategic recruitment, generational... Read More ...

Request Free Training: Building a Healthy and High-Performing Department

Mar 24, 2026

The NVFC offers a two-hour in-person course on Building a Healthy and High-Performing Department to provide leaders with practical strategies and tools to create a stronger, more resilient fire department culture. The course focuses on six key practices to support department members and create an engaged and thriving workforce. Request this free... Read More ...

The Kitchen Table Test: What Prospective Volunteers Notice First

Mar 24, 2026

By Walter A. Campbell Volunteer fire and EMS departments across the country share the same recruitment challenge: attracting new members and keeping them engaged. For many departments, the question is no longer whether recruitment is difficult, but what actually influences someone to decide to join. Departments post on social media, attend... Read More ...

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