ESO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

the ESO Data Collaborative provides one of the largest datasets for public safety and healthcare research, including studies on topics like airway management, cardiac care, and firefighter safety. Its time to grab your ticket for Wave 2025 happening in Austin, Texas from April 22-25, 2025.

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Epinephrine Firefighter First Responder Public Safety 103

NVFC

JULY 16, 2024

By Tom Jenkins Reprinted from the 2024 issue of Firefighter Strong In the fire academy, I doubt any candidate firefighter is excited or intrigued about incident reporting. Unfortunately, many firefighters see incident reports as nothing more than a chore, a first cousin to taking out the fire station trash.

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NVFC

JULY 2, 2024

We are thrilled to mark 10 years of providing the NVFC Training Summit to volunteer firefighters and emergency responders,” said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch. “We The next NVFC Training Summit will take place in Salt Lake City, UT, on June 20-21, 2025. Sign up to receive updates as they become available here.

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ESO

MAY 9, 2024

The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) remains on track to be active by Q1 of 2025. It is designed to help close the loop for firefighters by giving back insights that help them better understand their risks and performance along with continuing to meet departments’ current and future needs as they evolve over time.

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Emergency Response Firefighter 105

NVFC

MAY 7, 2024

There has been big progress in the fight to reauthorize the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants, and the U.S. The NVFC is asking Congress to provide $405 million in FY 2025 funding for each program. Fire Administration (USFA).

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NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Regular elections will be held in the spring of 2025. During a special election, Reid Vaughan (AL) was elected to the position of Second Vice Chair, and Joseph Maruca (MA) was elected to the Executive Committee. Next Meeting The next NVFC meeting will be held in Alexandria, VA, on May 8-10.

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ESO

APRIL 19, 2024

In Evaluating Firefighter Decontamination Practices Using a National Fire Records Management System by Antonio Fernandez, Principal Research Scientist at ESO and Bill Gardner CFE, CFO, EMT-P, Sr. Save the date for Wave 2025 featuring ESO Training Academy! The discussion Lithium-Ion Battery Challenges – What’s New?

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ESO

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

It is a product of the hard work and dedication of industry members from around the country and is built by firefighters for firefighters. 2025: Hybrid reporting year In 2025, there will be continued development through multiple software releases along with planning surrounding the decommissioning of NFIRS.

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Emergency Response Firefighter OR 52

ESO

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Health and Wellness: establishes a standard set of data elements to be collected for tracking individual exposures, along with department procedures for mitigating occupational hazards and firefighter injuries outside of incident response. What’s the current timeline? The process is on track and expected to be completed by 2026.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

MARCH 13, 2024

Qualifying Youth Pursuing College, Trade School, or Post-Graduate Programs for the 2024/2025 Academic Year Are Encouraged To Apply. NEW YORK, NY – First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing programs and services to first responder families of U.S.

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NVFC

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) strives to provide volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers with the resources they need when they need it. Join or renew by January 1, 2025, and membership is just $21 per person. Learn more and sign up at www.nvfc.org/join.

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First Responder Firefighter EMS OR 52

NVFC

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue personnel. Starting on January 2, 2025, there will be a slight increase in the cost of membership with a new annual rate of $24.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

OCTOBER 16, 2024

first responders including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers, announced – in partnership with CSX – the names of 10 students who will receive the CSX Pride in Service Scholarship for the 2024/2025 academic year. Her father is a firefighter for the City of Waukesha.

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Firefighters and EMS Fund

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The stakes are particularly high in 2025, as departments nationwide grapple […] The post 2025 Spring Ballot Measures & Referenda: How Voter Decisions Will Impact Firefighter Funding appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund.

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Firefighter Emergency Response EMS 111

NVFC

MARCH 18, 2025

The 2025 recipients are: David Denniston, William J. We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding service, dedication, and impact of the recipients of the NVFCs 2025 awards, said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch. Learn more about the 2025 NVFC award winners below. James Monihan Director Award, sponsored by Provident.

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Firefighter First Responder EMT EMT 105

NVFC

APRIL 1, 2025

Program will expand in 2025 to $1.5 million State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) teamed up to launch the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program in 2024. Winona Lake (IN) Volunteer Firefighters, Inc. purchased new boots, hoods, helmets, and gloves with the grant. See a breakdown of the 2024 grants here.

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NVFC

JANUARY 21, 2025

Application period for 2025 program opens in February Each year, MSA Safety and DuPont Personal Protection partner with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to provide Globe turnout gear and MSA fire helmets to volunteer fire departments in need. The application period for 2025 MSA and DuPonts Globe Gear Giveaway will open in February.

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Firefighter First Responder OR ALS 111

FirstNet Authority

JANUARY 22, 2025

Intersection of tech and safety: Firefighter wearables for cardiac events Blog joseph.rey@fir Wed, 01/22/2025 - 11:25 By First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) Learn more about how FirstNet is transforming public safety communications contact your local FirstNet Authority Public Safety Advisor and sign up for our discipline newsletters. (..)

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Firefighter Public Safety First Responder OR 52

NVFC

APRIL 1, 2025

MSA Safety has teamed up with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) once again to give away four MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmets in 2025. To be eligible, entrants must be an active volunteer firefighter in the U.S. The first entry period is now open! NVFC members have until April 30 to enter for the chance to receive a helmet.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 52

NVFC

MARCH 4, 2025

The entry period is open from March 4-31, 2025. State Farm and the NVFC also team up for the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. Entry or selection in the Laptop Donation by State Farm program does not impact eligibility for the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. View the official rules here.

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Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 119

ESO

MARCH 12, 2025

.” – Matt Jacoby, Assistant Fire Chief at Cary Fire Department, North Carolina Cary Fire Department in Cary, North Carolina, knows that good data can mean the difference between guessing and making informed decisions that keep firefighters safe. Interested in more stories like this?

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American Burn Association

MARCH 26, 2025

Attendees will earn continuing education credits, participate in hands-on workshops, and connect with peers across 23 professional disciplines, from firefighters to reconstructive surgeons. The ABA Annual Meeting is a cornerstone for burn care professionals, said Sharmila Dissanaike, MD, President of the ABA.

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ESO

MARCH 11, 2025

The most recent webinar occurred on February 18, 2025, NERIS in Action: Operational Usage and the Road Ahead , and provided fire departments across the country with a clearer picture of where the system stands, how onboarding is progressing, and what to expect as the full transition deadline approaches.

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Firefighter Emergency Response OR 98

NVFC

DECEMBER 19, 2024

To be considered for the award, nominees must have been a volunteer firefighter for at least 20 years. Nominee has demonstrated superior dedication to the volunteer fire service and has served as a volunteer firefighter for at least 20 years. Nominee has been active in their state firefighters association.

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NVFC

MARCH 4, 2025

Through the 2025 Anheuser-Busch Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters Program, 1.5 Each year, Anheuser-Busch partners with the NVFC to donate emergency drinking water to volunteer fire departments to keep responders hydrated during wildfires and other emergencies. The application period will be open from March 10-16.

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Firefighter 52

NVFC

DECEMBER 17, 2024

MSA Safety and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) annually team up to award new helmets to volunteer firefighters. Stay tuned for more special opportunities for volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel coming in 2025 at www.nvfc.org/opportunities. Learn more about the helmet giveaway at www.nvfc.org/helmet.

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Firefighter OR 52

NVFC

JANUARY 21, 2025

Stay tuned here for 2025 opportunities. Join for just $24 to be eligible for 2025 members-only opportunities. Anheuser-Busch Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters Program : Anheuser-Busch donated more than 1.5 Watch this video for a quick recap and read below for details. Thank you to all of our partners!

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Firefighter First Responder OR 52

NVFC

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Proper gear is essential to the safety, health, and effectiveness of firefighters, yet many volunteer fire departments struggle to find the funding for up-to-date turnout gear. In 2025, the program will provide 13 volunteer fire departments across the U.S. Were proud to have collaborated on this program for over a decade.

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First Responder Firefighter OR EMS 40

NVFC

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Volunteer fire departments often struggle to find the funding they need to purchase new gear for their firefighters. This years program wraps up with three additional departments each receiving four sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters.

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NVFC

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Three STEPR PRO+ stair climbers will be awarded to volunteer fire departments Responding to emergencies is a physically demanding job, and fitness and health are essential for volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue personnel to perform at their best.

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First Responder Firefighter EMS OR 52

NVFC

MARCH 4, 2025

However, firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and other responders often dont feel comfortable or safe expressing the stresses and challenges they experience, which can result in serious risks to themselves and others. New information will be added periodically. www.IAFF.org.

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