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Train-the-Trainer Webinar – How to Effectively Give a Distracted Driving Presentation to Teens
October 6, 2026
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Emergency responders see the devastating effects of distracted driving firsthand in terms of lives lost and injuries to the public. Distracted driving also affects responders, with struck-by incidents increasing every year. In this train-the-trainer webinar on October 7 at 2pm ET, learn how to effectively educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving. We all... Read More »
Whole Home Safety: Reducing Preventable In-Home Injuries and Deaths through Community Education
October 6, 2026
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Your fire department can play a critical role in reducing community risks and helping to prevent emergencies before they happen. The NVFC and First Alert developed this course to prepare responders to educate residents on how to prevent injuries and deaths in the home, with a primary focus on fire and references to falls, poisonings,... Read More »
New Threats from Fentanyl-Related Substances: Key Considerations for Emergency Responders
October 6, 2026
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of EMS and National 911 Program are alerting the EMS and 911 communities of a rising threat from fentanyl-related substances in the illicit drug supply. Why Should EMS and 911 Be Aware of This? EMS and 911 professionals should understand the prevalence of carfentanil, fluorofentanyl, and methylfentanyl in... Read More »
Call for Presentations Now Open for the 2027 NVFC Training Summit
September 22, 2026
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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 place June 25-26 in Albuquerque, NM.... Read More »
Fire Prevention Week Starts on October 4
September 22, 2026
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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 and... Read More »
Fire Departments in SC, OR Are Latest Recipients in MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway
September 22, 2026
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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 Gear... Read More »
The Four Things Every Volunteer Needs in a Combination Department
September 22, 2026
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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. Since then, I've worked... Read More »
Apply by Sept. 30 for Ricochet Wildland Gear
September 22, 2026
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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 »
State Farm® Named a Finalist for U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 2026 Citizens Awards for the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program
September 22, 2026
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation named State Farm® a finalist in the 2026 Citizens Awards, a long-standing program that honors businesses for their leadership in solving the world’s biggest challenges. State Farm was nominated in the Best Community Improvement Program for its support of volunteer fire departments through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program,... Read More »
NFPA 455 – What You Need to Know
September 22, 2026
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NFPA 455, Standard for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) consolidates NFPA 450 and 451 into a single, all-purpose document. The 2026 edition of NFPA 455 is now available, providing EMS leaders with a more consistent framework for planning, implementing, and evaluating the full range of services their agencies provide. Wondering why this consolidation occurred and what... Read More »
