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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Wildfire — It Knows No Boundaries
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Bill Arsenault \nEach year\, the frequency and intensity of wildfires are growing. They are destroying land across the globe and are taking lives in communities and firefighting organizations of every size. In fact\, the U.S. Fire Administration reports that between 1990 and 2020\, there were 522 firefighters killed while involved in brush\, grass\, or wildland fire response. In this webinar\, presenter Bill Arsenault will provide a look into the wildfire landscape of the past 30 years\, what has changed for the fire service\, and what we must do to be more effective in our preparedness and response. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-wildland-fires-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T154525Z
UID:10574-1714003200-1714262399@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual spring meeting of the NVFC board of directors.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-spring-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Renaissance Arlington Capital View\, 2800 South Potomac Ave.\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
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UID:17566-1713916800-1714089599@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:National Fire & Emergency Services Dinner and Symposium
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/national-fire-emergency-services-dinner-and-symposium/
LOCATION:Washington Hilton\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240208T154250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T182624Z
UID:19226-1713362400-1713366000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Pipeline Safety and Emergency Response
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: David Bullard\, Columbia County Fire Rescue \nIn conjunction with National Safe Digging Month\, join the NVFC and Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration for this webinar on how emergency service departments can best prepare for pipeline safety and response in your community. In this session\, you’ll learn how to identify if your community has pipelines – and what’s in them – and how to identify transmission versus distribution and gathering lines. The session will also discuss working with pipeline operators\, understanding your response capabilities\, and how to train effectively for a pipeline event. Register. \n \n  \nThis webinar is made possible by the USDOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-pipelines/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T215845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T215915Z
UID:17568-1713139200-1713657599@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:FDIC International
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/fdic-international-4/
LOCATION:Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium\, 100 South Capitol Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240321T182226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T143551Z
UID:19428-1712757600-1712761200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Fire Service Legislation -- Your Role in Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Ryan Woodward \nThis Congress\, the NVFC is supporting funding for Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG)\, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants\, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA)\, Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants (VFA)\, National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer\, and Rural EMS Training (SIREN) Grants. The NVFC is also advocating for the passage of legislation to reauthorize SAFER\, AFG\, and USFA\, fund the renovation and construction of fire stations\, improve mental health care for first responders\, and expand the eligibility of federal housing benefits to volunteer first responders. \nIf enacted\, each of these policy and funding priorities will greatly assist the volunteer fire service in keeping Americans safe. You\, as an NVFC member and volunteer responder\, have a valuable role to play in encouraging Congress to act on these initiatives. This webinar presented by Ryan Woodward\, NVFC chief of legislative & regulatory affairs\, will provide a primer on the current political climate in Washington\, the NVFC’s policy priorities\, and what you can do to encourage your Senators and Member of Congress to support these priorities. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-fire-service-legislation/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T214733Z
UID:17561-1712361600-1712447999@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Firefighters Association Mid-year Meeting & Banquet
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/iowa-firefighters-association-midyear-meeting-banquet/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn – Cedar Falls\, 7213 Nordic Dr.\, Cedar Falls\, IA\, 50613\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240205T154023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162449Z
UID:19200-1712275200-1712447999@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Partners in Training Crew Training -- Edinburg\, TX
DESCRIPTION:The Partners in Training (PIT) Crew program provides free hazmat train-the-trainer courses to first responders to help them educate others in their departments and communities on hazmat safety and response. \nWhen: April 5-6\, 2024\nWhere: Edinburg Central Fire Station\, 212 W McIntyre St.\, Edinburg\, Texas 78541\nHosted by: Texas A&M Engineering Extension Services (TEEX) \nCourses being offered: \n\nTeaching Hazmat Basics (8 hours)\nTeaching Cargo Tank Awareness (3 hours)\nInstructor Training for Placards\, Labels\, and Markings (3 hours)\nInstructor Training for Ammonia (3 hours)\nInstructor Training for Chlorine (3 hours)
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/partners-in-training-crew-training-edinburg-tx/
LOCATION:Edinburg Central Fire Station\, 212 W McIntyre St\, Edinburg\, TX\, 78541\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240223T152423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T120834Z
UID:19285-1712152800-1712156400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: National Volunteer Week — 10 Ways to Recognize & Retain Your Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:National Volunteer Week is coming up on April 21-27. Join panelists Joel Cerny (moderator)\, Steven Roberson\, and Joyce Shry for a discussion of turnkey ways to recognize your volunteers and enhance long-term volunteer retention during National Volunteer Week and beyond. Register. \n \n  \nThis Roundtable Talk is sponsored by ESO.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-national-volunteer-week-10-ways-to-recognize-retain-your-volunteers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240312T171204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T171303Z
UID:19407-1711051200-1711054800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk: Five Key Strategies for Recruiting Volunteer Drone Operators in Emergency Response
DESCRIPTION:Join Chief Joel Cerny & Dr. Candice McDonald as they welcome drone expert Aaron Beckman to discuss strategies for recruiting volunteer drone operators to support your volunteer fire department’s emergency response operations. Register. \n \n  \nThis R&R Coffee Talk is sponsored by Fire Dept. Coffee.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-five-key-strategies-for-recruiting-volunteer-drone-operators-in-emergency-response/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240125T182707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T153436Z
UID:19081-1710943200-1710946800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Implementing Standards-Based Rescue Training
DESCRIPTION:Panelists: Kevin Shea\, Kevin Reardon\, David Rhodes\, Ken Willette (moderator) \nDive into the essentials of implementing standards-based rescue training for fire service professionals in this Roundtable Talk. Led by industry experts\, this session will cover key topics including understanding standards\, curriculum development\, safety protocols\, hands-on training\, progress monitoring\, and fostering ongoing education. Whether you’re looking to enhance operational readiness or ensure compliance with industry standards\, this Roundtable Talk will provide valuable insights to elevate your rescue training program. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-implementing-standards-based-rescue-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240305T145545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T204042Z
UID:19352-1710424800-1710428400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Proposed OSHA Standard Update and What it Means for Volunteer Fire Departments
DESCRIPTION:Panelists: David Denniston\, Bruce Lundegren\, Joseph Maruca\, Ryan Woodward (moderator) \nOn February 5\, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a proposed rule revising its emergency response standard. This is the first time OSHA revised this standard since 1980\, and the public has until May 6 to provide comments. If enacted as is\, this proposed rule would bring immense challenges to volunteer departments\, and some may even be forced to shut down. It is important that the volunteer fire service understand how this rule would impact them and provide their comments to OSHA before May 6. This NVFC Roundtable Talk will highlight some of the biggest concerns with the proposed revised emergency standard\, discuss which volunteers will be impacted\, explain the NVFC’s strategy for addressing the proposed revision\, and suggest best practices for departments wishing to comment on the revisions. \nThe text of the proposed revised OSHA emergency response standard and information on how to submit comments can be found here. \nRegister.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-proposed-osha-emergency-response-standard-update-and-what-it-means-for-volunteer-fire-departments/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240208T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T160030Z
UID:19225-1710338400-1710342000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: First Responders’ Role in Human Trafficking Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is thought to be done under cover when in reality it is often done right out in the open. Since first responders run a variety of calls\, they are in a unique position to spot and identify cases of human trafficking if they know what to look for. One way to P.A.V.E. a path to freedom for victims is by checking our Posture\, Attitude\, Verbiage\, and Empathy before we walk into any call. Join Mark Brende of iEmpathize for this webinar focused on understanding the issue of human trafficking\, how to recognize human trafficking scenarios while on a call\, and what to know about your response protocols and response partners to get victims the help they need. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-human-trafficking/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240108T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T143613Z
UID:19002-1710334800-1710338400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC’s Annual Membership Meeting will be held via Zoom and is open to all state\, individual\, and corporate members of the NVFC. Attendees will hear reports on the NVFC’s business and financial operations. State member representatives may vote on matters raised at the meeting. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-membership-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240209T164315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T205858Z
UID:19242-1709042400-1709046000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Lessons Learned — Reflecting on the East Palestine Derailment and the Path Forward
DESCRIPTION:Hear from panelists Keith Drabick of the East Palestine Fire Department\, Dan Seidberg of RapidSOS and IamResponding\, John Fleps of Norfolk Southern\, and Ryan Woodward of the NVFC (moderator) as they discuss lessons learned for volunteer fire departments in the aftermath of the East Palestine train derailment. Register. \n  \n \n \n  \nThis Roundtable Talk is sponsored by Rapid SOS and IamResponding.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-lessons-learned-reflecting-on-the-east-palestine-derailment-and-the-path-forward/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240205T153318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T161330Z
UID:19199-1708675200-1708707600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Partners in Training Crew Training - Owensboro\, KY
DESCRIPTION:The Partners in Training (PIT) Crew program provides hazmat train-the-trainer courses to first responders to help them educate others in their departments and communities on hazmat safety and response. \nWhen: February 23\, 8am-5pm CT\nWhere: Owensboro Convention Center\, 501 W 2nd St\, Owensboro\, KY 42301\nHosted by: 2024 Bryant Stiles Officers School and the National Volunteer Fire Council\nCourse being offered: Teaching Hazmat on a Budget (7 hours)
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/partners-in-training-pit-crew-training-owensboro-ky/
LOCATION:Owensboro Convention Center\, 501 W 2nd St.\, Owensboro\, KY\, 42301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240109T182554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T162201Z
UID:19007-1708524000-1708527600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Engaging Youth in the Fire Service
DESCRIPTION:Junior firefighter programs give youth the chance to learn about local fire\, rescue\, and emergency medical services response organizations in a safe\, controlled\, educational\, and fun way\, while providing departments with nonoperational support and a powerful recruitment mechanism. How can departments engage with local youth\, schools\, and other organizations to promote these youth fire service programs? What do departments need to do to ensure these programs provide sound training and leadership experiences for youth? Join us for a conversation with Quentin Cash\, Jerry Presta\, Ellen Yarborough\, and the NVFC’s Rachel Buczynski regarding best practices and strategies for building a strong youth program in your community. \nRegister on Zoom or watch live on Facebook.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-engaging-youth-in-the-fire-service/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T213138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T214634Z
UID:17558-1706313600-1706486399@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Iowa State Fire School
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/iowa-state-fire-school-2/
LOCATION:Meadows Event Center\, 1 Prairie Meadows Dr.\, Altoona\, IA\, 50009\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T212628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T213545Z
UID:17555-1706054400-1706140799@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Firefighter Day on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Iowa Firefighters Association\, State Fire Marshal’s Office\, Fire Service Training Bureau & the Iowa Emergency Response Council.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/iowa-firefighter-day-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Iowa State Capitol\, 1007 E Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50319\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20240108T164846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T183745Z
UID:19004-1705604400-1705606200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC Recruitment & Retention Coffee Talk: Effective Nutrition for Firefighter Health\, Performance\, & Retention
DESCRIPTION:As we flip the calendar to a new year\, many volunteer firefighters have already made a New Year resolution to become healthier\, and the NVFC wants to help! NVFC Recruitment & Retention Coffee Talk hosts Chief Joel Cerny & Dr. Candice McDonald will be joined by Yvette Graham\, LISW-S of The Ohio State University\, to examine strategies to keep firefighters healthy and active on the roster! Audience members will learn how to implement\, at no cost to the fire department\, an evidence-based food and nutrition program to help their firefighters AND families move toward self-sufficiency\, nutritional health\, and well-being. Register. \n \n  \nThis event is sponsored by Fire Department Coffee.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-recruitment-retention-coffee-talk-effective-nutrition-for-firefighter-health-performance-retention/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231201T190226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T161148Z
UID:18651-1705500000-1705503600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Cancer Risk Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Firefighters need to know how and where they are exposed to carcinogens in order to take the necessary steps to mitigate occupational cancer risks. It takes a multipronged approach both on and off the fireground to lessen the risks and protect firefighters from critical illness such as cancer. Join experts Sara Jahnke\, Rick Markley\, Judith Graber\, Ray Lankin\, and Brian McQueen for this discussion on how to incorporate life-saving practices into your daily routines in order to reduce your exposure risks and protect yourself and your fellow firefighters from occupational cancer. Watch live on Facebook or register on Zoom. \n \n  \nThis event is sponsored by United Diagnostic Services.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-cancer-risk-prevention/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231201T160302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T141614Z
UID:18645-1704895200-1704898800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Staying Strong and Aging Well in the Fire Service
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Roy Smalley \nIs firefighting a job for the young? The average age of firefighters is steadily climbing as men and women who love the fire service stay in and stay active longer. While aging up doesn’t have to mean aging out\, it does require adjusting our maintenance schedule. You can’t run an old truck the same as a new one! The strength and wellness routines we followed as a rookie don’t work the same when we’re more seasoned. In this webinar\, we’ll look at what happens to our musculo-skeletal\, endocrine\, and cardiovascular systems as our bodies age\, and talk strategies for keeping yourself fireground-ready long into your career. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-staying-strong-and-aging-well-in-the-fire-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T202858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T155905Z
UID:17554-1702476000-1702479600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Finding Grant Funding
DESCRIPTION:Many volunteer and combination fire and EMS departments rely on grants to help fund needed gear\, equipment\, and training\, as well as efforts relating to health\, safety\, recruitment\, and retention. Join the NVFC and a panel of subject matter experts for a discussion on grant writing for the fire and emergency services. Learn tips and resources for grant applications as well as where to find grant opportunities. Subject matter experts will include Ryan Woodward (moderator)\, David Lewis\, Sara Mullins\, and Cathie Patterson. Register on Zoom or watch live on Facebook. \nThis Roundtable Talk is sponsored by MSA Safety.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-finding-grant-funding/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20231108T202734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T185213Z
UID:17553-1701871200-1701874800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding Solar and ESS Technologies - Information for Emergency Responders
DESCRIPTION:Join the NVFC for this webinar presented by Charles Picard of Tesla that provides a brief overview of solar and energy storage system (ESS) technologies\, design concepts\, and safety considerations for emergency responders. A library of tools and resources will be provided to assist responders in making appropriate operational decisions when responding to emergencies involving these products. Topics covered will include best practices for identification\, assessment\, and proper shut down procedures. Register here.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-solar-roof-and-powerwall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230927T133336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T192600Z
UID:17380-1701266400-1701270000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Leveraging State Resources -- How to Best Engage with Fire Training Academies
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, thousands of volunteer firefighters attend training provided by their state fire academies. But are you getting the most out of what these academies have to offer? This Roundtable Talk from the NVFC and North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD) will explore best practices and case studies to help volunteers fully engage with fire academies to meet their training needs. Moderator Ken Willette and panelists David Bullard\, Jim Keiken\, Lisa Pine\, and Reid Vaughan will also showcase how departments can utilize state fire training academies to enhance their department’s training\, recruitment\, and retention efforts. Register on Zoom or watch live on Facebook.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-working-with-state-fire-training-directors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230927T133143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T125348Z
UID:17379-1700064000-1700067600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Get Schooled — Initiating Partnerships With Schools for Junior Firefighter Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:Junior firefighter programs provide fire and EMS departments the opportunity to engage local youth in learning about\, and ultimately becoming members of\, the emergency services. However\, starting a program and finding interested juniors can seem challenging. Connecting with a high school is a great way to introduce your program to local youth and identify strong candidates for service. This webinar on November 15 at 4pm ET\, presented by Ellen Yarborough\, will walk through how your department can secure a partnership with your local high school as well as what motivates Generation Z to serve. Register. \n \n  \nThis webinar is sponsored by ESO.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-junior-firefighter-programs/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231113
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230203T191738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T191738Z
UID:16124-1699488000-1699833599@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Symposium in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/symposium-in-the-sun-4/
LOCATION:Hilton Clearwater Beach\, 400 Mandalay Ave.\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33767\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T161500
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230927T133657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T195852Z
UID:17381-1699369200-1699373700@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Voices Live: EMS Scene Safe -- Situational Awareness for Scene Safety  
DESCRIPTION:Every EMS provider knows the phrase “BSI Scene Safe\,” but what does it really mean to develop and maintain a safe scene? What challenges are your EMS crews facing that cause difficulty in gathering information or resources for scene safety? \nEMS scene safety and situational awareness is an ever-evolving topic encompassing many factors (distracted drivers\, limited crew\, chemical exposures\, hostile environments\, difficult bystanders\, etc.).  Join our EMS subject matter experts for a discussion on the challenges of maintaining safety and best practices for maintaining scene safety. \nCome prepared to share your experiences\, ask questions\, and learn from one another.  This is a live\, interactive discussion via Zoom. We’d love to hear your voice and see your face while we learn more about EMS Scene Safe\, so if possible\, please turn on your camera and be ready to turn on your microphone when you have something to share!  Our discussion will not be recorded\, but notes will be shared in Volunteer Voices after the session. \nRegister.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/volunteer-voices-live-ems-scene-safe-situational-awareness-for-scene-safety/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231106
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230608T190348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T192603Z
UID:16769-1699056000-1699228799@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Hazmat PIT Crew Train-the-Trainer
DESCRIPTION:The following courses will be offered: \n\nTeaching Hazmat Basics\nScenario-Based Hazmat Training\nTeaching Hazmat on a Budget\nTeaching Cargo Tank Awareness – MC 306 & DOT 406\nInstructor Training for Flammable Gases\nInstructor Training for Flammable Liquids\nInstructor Training for Ammonia\nInstructor Training for Chlorine
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/hazmat-pit-crew-train-the-trainer-5/
LOCATION:Orangeburg County Fire District\, 131 Firefighter Lane\, Orangeburg\, SC\, 29115\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTSTAMP:20260427T174557
CREATED:20230608T190142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T191808Z
UID:16767-1697846400-1698019199@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Hazmat PIT Crew Train-the-Trainer
DESCRIPTION:The following courses will be offered: \n\nScenario Based Hazmat Training\nInstructor for Placards\, Labels\, and Markings\nInstructor Training for Ammonia
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/hazmat-pit-crew-train-the-trainer-4/
LOCATION:Mahoning County EMA\, 700 Industrial Rd\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44509\, United States
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