January 18
The NVFC, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), is offering a hazmat train-the-trainer program: Partners in Training (PIT) Crew. This
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18
Teaching Hazmat Basics
Jan
19
Teaching Basic Decon
January 19
The NVFC, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), is offering a hazmat train-the-trainer program: Partners in Training (PIT) Crew. This
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22
Roundtable Talk: Community Risk Reduction for Fire Departments – Strategies for a Safer Community
January 22
Just in time for Community Risk Reduction Week (January 20-26), tune in for this NVFC Roundtable Talk focusing on actionable strategies to help your department develop and implement community risk
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30
R&R Coffee Talk: Supporting Families
January 30
Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny, along with guests Joe Maruca, and Mike and Anne Gagliano, for an interactive discussion on Supporting Families. The session will run 30
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A recent article and podcast from NPR station WHYY highlighted the cancer risks firefighters face. The good news is that there are specific actions that can lower these risks and protect responders. January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, and now is a great time to take steps in your department to make positive changes to reduce risks. Use... Read More ...Get Ready for Community Risk Reduction Week
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These alerts will notify you when there is a legislative issue that requires your action. The NVFC's service provides draft letters that subscribers can send to their elected officials simply by entering their contact information.
