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Oct
07
Train-the-Trainer Webinar – How to Effectively Give a Distracted Driving Presentation to Teens

October 7

We know that distracted driving is an epidemic. As emergency responders, we see firsthand the devastating effects of distracted driving in terms of lives lost and injuries to the public,

Oct
13
Webinar – Preventing Fatalities and Serious Injuries from Fires and Explosions in Silos

October 13

On May 15, 2026, two volunteer firefighters died following an explosion of an oxygen-limiting silo that occurred at a lumber mill. The incident was investigated by the National Institute for

Oct
17
In-Person – Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services

October 17

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

Oct
17
In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

October 17

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

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Call for Presentations Now Open for the 2027 NVFC Training Summit

Sep 22, 2026

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Training Summit annually brings together fire and emergency services personnel from across the country to participate in classroom training, keynote sessions, and networking events. The NVFC is now accepting proposals from qualified instructors and speakers to present at the 2027 Training Summit, taking... Read More ...

Fire Prevention Week Starts on October 4

Sep 22, 2026

Fire Prevention Week is less than two weeks away! Use this opportunity to educate your community on important safety topics, especially this year’s theme of safely charging lithium-ion batteries to prevent fires. Find tools and resources to implement Fire Prevention Week on the event website here. Looking for more resources? Check out this list... Read More ...

Fire Departments in SC, OR Are Latest Recipients in MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway

Sep 22, 2026

MSA Safety, Nomex® and Kevlar® for Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) annually partner to help volunteer fire departments enhance their readiness with a donation of new Globe® turnout gear and MSA Cairns® helmets. In 2026, 52 sets are being awarded to 13 volunteer fire departments in need through MSA’s Globe... Read More ...

The Four Things Every Volunteer Needs in a Combination Department

Sep 22, 2026

By Walter A. Campbell My introduction to the fire service came as the volunteer recruiter for Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department, a combination department in Silver Spring, Maryland. It didn’t take long for me to realize recruiting volunteers wasn’t just about filling seats. It was about helping people find where they belonged.... Read More ...

Apply by Sept. 30 for Ricochet Wildland Gear

Sep 22, 2026

Ricochet and the NVFC have partnered to help volunteer departments obtain the right gear for the right response. Apply by noon ET on September 30 for the chance to receive five sets of Ricochet Wildland Gear, which features a lightweight, breathable system built to reduce heat stress, improve mobility, and limit unnecessary exposure during wildland... Read More ...

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