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Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Quinn
The NVFC is celebrating our 45th anniversary in 2021. In honor of this, we asked some of our longtime board members their thoughts about the NVFC and the volunteer fire service. This week we spotlight past NVFC chair and current first vice chair Kevin Quinn. Name: Kevin D. Quinn Location: Wakefield, RI Department: Union Fire... Read More »
Submit Your Nominations for the NVFC Fire Service Achievement Awards by March 26
January 12, 2021
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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recognizes achievement in the volunteer fire and emergency services through its annual awards program. Nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award, Chief James P. Seavey Sr. Health and Wellness Leadership Award, Junior Firefighter of the Year Award, and Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award are due by March 26,... Read More »
Support the NVFC On GivingTuesday
November 24, 2020
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GivingTuesday is December 1, and people from around the world will be supporting causes they believe in. It is our hope that the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) will be included on the list of organizations that you will be donating to this holiday season. Each and every day, more than 600,000 volunteer firefighters, EMS... Read More »
Webinar: Surviving the Job – Decon Procedures
January 14, 2020
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What do you do as a fire chief when your firefighter tells you they have cancer? How do you prevent this conversation from happening? This free webinar explores decon procedure options for your department to lessen the risks of occupational cancer. This is one of a six-part cancer risk reduction webinar series from the IAFC-VCOS... Read More »
Webinar: Surviving the Job – Annual Physicals
January 14, 2020
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This free webinar discusses the importance of annual physicals and options available to you and your department. This is one of a six-part cancer risk reduction webinar series from the IAFC-VCOS and NVFC. Register here. Read More »
Webinar: Surviving the Job – Exposure Documentation
January 14, 2020
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In this free webinar, explore and learn about apps available for exposure documentation that you can implement in your department, as well as the importance of reporting and the new National Firefighter Registry. This is one of a six-part cancer risk reduction webinar series from the IAFC-VCOS and NVFC. Register here. Read More »
Webinar: Keep Yourself Protected – A Discussion on Insurance Coverage Options for Firefighters
January 3, 2020
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Cancer, accidents, and critical illnesses are very real threats to members of the fire service. In this free NVFC webinar, representatives from ESIP, Provident, and VFIS will provide an engaging panel discussion about your insurance options, both as an individual and as a department, and the benefits of critical illness coverage. Register now. Read More »
Lavender Ribbon Report
Cancer is a serious health threat facing today's firefighters. Studies have shown that firefighters have an increased risk of developing several types of cancers, due to the occupational hazards they face. However, there are steps firefighters can take to protect themselves and their crew. The National Volunteer Fire Council and International Association of Fire Chiefs'... Read More »
Safety Stand Down
March 26, 2019
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This year's theme is "Reduce Your Exposures: It's Everyone's Responsibility." Use this week to focus fire department training and education on cancer prevention. Read More »
Nebraska State Fire School
February 8, 2019
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NVFC presenting session on firefighter cancer. Read More »
