• Live Discussion – Wildfires: Preparing Yourself, Your Department, and Your Community

    As wildfires increase in severity and frequency, it’s important that your department and community are prepared. Join the NVFC and subject matter experts on July 20 at 2pm ET for a live discussion on this topic. The conversation will focus on safety during wildfires along highways, how to better prepare communities before wildfire strikes, and

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  • Webinar – Lithium-Ion Batteries: What Firefighters Need to Know

    Join the NVFC and presenter Tom Miller for this webinar on the emergence and prevalence of lithium-ion batteries and implications for emergency responders. The use of lithium-ion batteries is increasing, from small and hand-held devices and tool applications to recreational devices and vehicle applications. This webinar will take a closer look at the risks associated

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  • Live Discussion – Electric and Hybrid Vehicles: Safety Concerns and Implications for Emergency Responders

    Hybrid vehicles are already commonplace, while electric vehicles are becoming more and more common. Make sure you and your department members are prepared. Mitch Petterson of General Motors, NVFC West Virginia director Tom Miller, and Joseph Tebo of the Federal Highway Administration for a live discussion on electric and hybrid vehicle safety for emergency responders.

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  • Webinar – Cellular Data: The Crucial Link in Department and Operation Management

    Advancing technology has changed the way firefighters and emergency responders do their jobs. Cellular service has become imperative to effectively respond to and mitigate emergency incidents. Likewise, fire service officials and first responders can use tools available from providers to better handle the administrative and business functions that impact departments. Today departments have access to

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  • Fire-Rescue International 2022

    San Antonio, Texas San Antonio, TX, United States

    Come visit the NVFC at booth #950. Also, attend the NVFC's course "Creating a Psychologically Healthy Fire Department: Recognize, Mitigate, and Support Behavioral Health for Your Members" on August 26 at 11:30am CT.

  • Volunteer Voices Live: Face-to-Face Virtual Connections – Volunteer Incentives

    Calls, drills, training, duty crew - a volunteer’s time can add up quickly. Is there any incentive you can offer to ensure they feel appreciated and continue showing up? From LOSAP to loan assistance to good old-fashioned gift cards, there are many incentives that departments across the country offer volunteers. Which ones are right for your

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  • Webinar: How to Embrace Immersive Learning Technology

    Technology and change do not need to be dirty words in the fire service. There are limitless applications of using technology, like virtual reality, to address the most pressing and potentially catastrophic challenges facing the fire service today. From recruiting the next generation of firefighters to dealing with the unknowns of mental health, this webinar

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  • Live Discussion: Getting Your Department and Community Ready for Fire Prevention Week

    Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is October 9-15, 2022. This year’s theme is, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape™” and marks the 100th anniversary of FPW. On September 15 at 2pm ET, join the NVFC and Michael McLeieer of the Michigan State Firemen’s Association, Andrea Vastis of the National Fire Protection Association, and Bruce Bouch of

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