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Serving the Whole Community: Supporting Every Generation in the Fire Service
September 24, 2024
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Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community Intergeneration Month is held worldwide each September. First launched in 2000, Intergeneration Month is a time to examine, strengthen, and celebrate the connections between generations of people. Like all industries, fire and emergency services organizations can experience challenges and opportunities by having first responders from... Read More »
New Course Now Available on Creating a Successful Junior Firefighter Program
September 24, 2024
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Junior firefighter programs can be a key recruitment pipeline for volunteer fire departments. Thanks to a grant from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, the NVFC has released a new course on Building a Strong Foundation: Creating a Successful Junior Firefighter Program. Taught by Jerry Presta, this course equips fire department leaders with tools and knowledge to... Read More »
Enter for the Chance to Win a New Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet
September 24, 2024
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NVFC members have until September 30 to enter for the chance to win a new Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet. The giveaway is offered thanks to a partnership between the NVFC and MSA Safety. In total, four entry periods are being held in 2024, with one recipient selected after each entry period. The third entry period... Read More »
Collaborative Programs: Pipeline Safety and Response
September 24, 2024
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Pipeline incidents are low frequency but high impact events. Be ready before an emergency occurs. This course discusses how fire departments can forge relationships with operators and other stakeholders to enhance training, safety, and response to pipeline emergencies. Take it free for a limited time in the NVFC Virtual Classroom. Read More »
Roundtable Talk: Planning for Fire Prevention Week
September 24, 2024
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Fire Prevention Week (FPW) will take place October 6-12, 2024, with the theme “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” This live panel discussion will focus on the importance of this year’s theme, how your department can participate in FPW, and tips and ideas you can use for public education throughout the year. Register. Read More »
National Fire Academy Application Period Now Open
September 24, 2024
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Interested in taking on-campus courses at the National Fire Academy (NFA) in Emmitsburg, MD, between January and March 2025? The application period is now open through October 15. There are no tuition or course material fees for NFA courses, and the NFA will reimburse eligible students for the cost of travel. Click here for information... Read More »
Register to Attend the U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit
September 24, 2024
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The third U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control will take place October 8. This event brings together fire service leaders from across the country to discuss critical issues facing the fire service. While the event takes place at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD, a virtual attendance option is available.... Read More »
Catch Up on the Latest Issues of CRACKYL Magazine
September 24, 2024
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The Fall 2024 issue of CRACKYL Magazine is coming out soon, so now is a great time to catch up on the past few issues if you haven’t read them yet. The Spring 2024 issue featured an interview with Denis Leary, the Summer 2024 issue highlighted leaders from the top fire service publications, and a... Read More »
Welcome New Member Tractor Supply Company
September 24, 2024
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The NVFC is pleased to welcome Tractor Supply Company as a Chairman’s Club member. For more than 85 years, Tractor Supply has been passionate about serving the needs of recreational farmers, ranchers, homeowners, gardeners, pet enthusiasts, and all those who enjoy living Life Out Here. Tractor Supply is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the... Read More »
Submit Your Presentation Proposal for the 2025 NVFC Training Summit
September 18, 2024
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Proposals due October 20 The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce that it will host its signature annual conference, the NVFC Training Summit, on June 20-21, 2025, in Salt Lake City, UT. The NVFC is now accepting proposals from qualified instructors and speakers for presentations to educate first responders about critical issues... Read More »
