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SUMMARY:Webinar - How Mattering Can Buffer Against Burnout in the Fire Service
DESCRIPTION:Join New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Wallace and former North Charleston Fire Chief Greg Bulanow for a compelling virtual conversation on how mattering can be a valuable force to combat burnout in the fire and emergency services\, inspired by Jennifer’s forthcoming book Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose. Drawing on Jennifer’s research and her time embedded with Greg’s department – where small\, intentional practices to affirm value transformed morale\, retention\, and well-being – this 60-minute session blends story and science to illuminate why mattering – feeling valued and having the opportunity to add value to the world around us – is not a luxury\, but a core human need that protects mental health\, strengthens purpose\, and sustains resilience. Together\, Jennifer and Greg will explore how reconnecting to our impact can counter burnout\, alongside practical\, actionable tools leaders and firefighters can use to foster trust\, connection\, and a renewed sense of purpose across their departments. \nPresenters: Gregory Bulanow & Jennifer Wallace
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-how-mattering-can-buffer-against-burnout-in-the-fire-service/
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Hazmat Incidents: Using Risk-Based Response to Increase Firefighter and Community Safety
DESCRIPTION:Decades ago\, it was not uncommon for emergency responders to be killed or injured during hazmat incidents. Born from analysis of these tragic incidents was the concept of risk-based response\, which uses facts\, science\, and circumstances of an incident to determine the best course of action and to increase the safety of the responders and public. In this webinar\, learn the history of risk-based response and how to apply it to hazmat incidents and other significant events. \nPresenter: Rick Edinger
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-hazmat-incidents-using-risk-based-response-to-increase-firefighter-and-community-safety/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061542
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T214937Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION: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 with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: Brian Focht
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-16/
LOCATION:East Thompson Volunteer Fire Department\, 530 East Thompson Rd\, Thompson\, CT\, 06277\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
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CREATED:20260126T200000Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - Wildland Fire Assessment Program
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC\, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service\, offers an in-person training course to teach fire service volunteers how to properly conduct safety assessments for homes located in the wildland-urban interface and provide recommendations to residents to protect their property from wildfires. \nInstructor: Art Howe & Josh Nigro
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-wildland-fire-assessment-program-3/
LOCATION:North Lakes Fire & Rescue – Madawaska Lake\, 1636 New Sweden Rd\, Stockholm\, ME\, 04736\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061542
CREATED:20250919T234004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T223109Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION: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 with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: Ralph McNemar
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-12/
LOCATION:Susquehanna County Public Safety Building\, 210 Public Way\, Suite 2\, New Milford\, PA\, 18834\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T140000
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CREATED:20260210T180519Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services
DESCRIPTION:Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission\, improve member satisfaction\, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles\, qualities\, ethics\, and best practices to help your department function at a high level and avoid fire and emergency services leadership pitfalls. Retention research will also be discussed to help leaders understand retention concerns and identify solutions. \nInstructor: Doug deBest \nTo register email Taylor Moore at taylor@nsvfa.org or call 402-761-2211.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-leadership-for-the-fire-and-emergency-services-3/
LOCATION:Fonner Park\, 700 E Stolley Park Rd\, Grand Island\, NE\, 68801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk - New Challenges\, New Tactics: Responding to Contemporary Mid-Rise and Multi-Dwelling Buildings
DESCRIPTION:As communities grow and housing density increases\, volunteer fire departments are increasingly responding to contemporary mid-rise and multi-dwelling buildings that present unique operational challenges. Modern construction methods\, lightweight materials\, complex layouts\, and mixed occupancies can significantly impact fire behavior\, access\, and firefighter safety. \nThis Roundtable Talk will explore how today’s mid-rise and multi-dwelling structures differ from legacy buildings and what those differences mean for response planning\, size-up\, air management\, search\, and extended operations. Panelists will discuss practical considerations departments can address now to prepare for incidents in these evolving structures. \nPresenters: Jimmy Davis\, Mike Dugan\, Clark Lamping\, and Tom Merrill (Moderator)
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-new-challenges-new-tactics-responding-to-contemporary-mid-rise-and-multi-dwelling-buildings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T210000
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CREATED:20250919T233704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T135048Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:This course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department-4/
LOCATION:Woodstock Fire Department\, 121 W Court Street\, Woodstock\, VA\, 22664\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
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CREATED:20251114T171542Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:This course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department-5/
LOCATION:Woodstock Fire Department\, 121 W Court Street\, Woodstock\, VA\, 22664\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061542
CREATED:20251114T215739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T215739Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION: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 with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-17/
LOCATION:Blount County Multipurpose Center\, 6700 Co Highway 1\, Cleveland\, AL\, 35049\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061542
CREATED:20251211T224212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T142551Z
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SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk - Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny\, along with guests Doug Cline and Dave Lewis\, for an interactive discussion on mentoring in the fire service. This 30-minute session will include audience Q&A.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-mentoring/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T160000
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CREATED:20251104T183802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T220347Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person - Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services & Incident Safety Officer Training
DESCRIPTION:Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services: Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission\, improve member satisfaction\, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles\, qualities\, ethics\, and best practices to help your department function at a high level and avoid fire and emergency services leadership pitfalls. Retention research will also be discussed to help leaders understand retention concerns and identify solutions. \nIncident Safety Officer Training: The NVFC’s Incident Safety Officer (ISO) training will give students an overview of the role of an ISO and cover communications and safety\, as well as the practical application of this information. Please note\, this is not an ISO certification program. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-leadership-for-the-fire-and-emergency-services-incident-safety-officer-training/
LOCATION:Clinton Township Volunteer Fire Department\, 837 N. State Route 101\, Tiffin\, OH\, 44883\, United States
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