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Webinar – Behind the 8 Ball: The First 15 Minutes on the Fireground
October 20, 2026
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Does the term “do more with less” sound familiar? For many volunteer and combination departments, that’s a daily reality – and it matters most in the critical first minutes of an incident. This webinar on October 21 at 2pm ET will review incident priorities, how staffing levels can make the difference between winning and losing... Read More »
Roundtable Talk – Is NFPA Standard Adoption Really All or Nothing?
October 20, 2026
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NFPA standards are meant to establish a baseline of safety and operational performance, but many departments assume adoption is an all-or-nothing decision – and that’s one of the most misunderstood aspects of how these standards actually work. Join this NVFC Roundtable Talk on October 28 at 2pm ET to learn what’s required, what’s recommended, and... Read More »
Roundtable Talk – Reducing Risk: An Insurance Industry Perspective on Fire Service Claims and Prevention
October 20, 2026
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Every fire and emergency service department has a level of risk to contend with, but there are steps leaders and individuals can take to help mitigate risks and better protect both the department and personnel from negative outcomes. Join this NVFC Roundtable Talk on November 3 at 2pm ET to hear from insurance industry experts... Read More »
Webinar – New Ways Volunteer Fire Organizations Can Use Drones
October 20, 2026
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Drones can enhance fire department operations, and recent changes add even more ways that departments can incorporate drone usage. Join the NVFC for this free webinar on November 4 at 2pm ET with Chief Charles Werner (ret.), the director of DRONERESPONDERS, to learn ways drones can benefit public safety and how regulatory changes now allow... Read More »
EMS Focus Webinar: Paying for Your Prehospital Blood Program
October 20, 2026
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of EMS is hosting a webinar series on prehospital blood transfusions. The next webinar will take place on October 28 at 1pm ET and focus on how to fund a prehospital blood transfusion program. The session will discuss what the EMS agency will need to have available, the... Read More »
Crash Responder Safety Week Starts November 2
October 20, 2026
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Use Crash Responder Safety Week, November 2-6, to educate your department and community on ways to improve roadway safety for responders and the public. Register for the kick-off webinar on November 2 at 1pm ET, and find tools for participating in Crash Responder Safety Week here. The NVFC also provides resources and training that you... Read More »
First Line of Defense – Installing Smoke Alarms
October 20, 2026
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Many fire departments reduce risks in their community by implementing a fire safety education and smoke alarm installation program. This on-demand course explains the importance of smoke alarm installations and provides information and tools to successfully implement a program. For a limited time, take this course free in the NVFC Virtual Classroom. Courses are always... Read More »
Is Your Department Prepared for Pipeline Incidents
October 20, 2026
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Pipelines run through thousands of U.S. communities. While pipeline incidents are low frequency, they pose a threat to the public and responders should one occur. Make sure your department is prepared with a free toolkit and training from the Fire Department Pipeline Response, Emergency Planning, and Preparedness (FD PREPP) initiative. Access resources. You can also... Read More »
National Injury Prevention Day is November 18
October 20, 2026
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National Injury Prevention Day, taking place on November 18, raises awareness about injury prevention and promoting safety in local communities. You can learn more about the awareness day and how to participate from the event website. In addition, you can nominate a local hero who helps to keep your community safe to be featured on... Read More »
Apply for Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear
October 6, 2026
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Ricochet and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) want to help volunteer departments improve safety and effectiveness by providing the right gear for the real world demands of the calls they run. The October application period for the Ricochet PPE Award Program is now open, and eligible departments can apply for five sets of Ricochet... Read More »
