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National Emergency Response Information System Launched to Modernize Incident Data Collection for American Fire Departments

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The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) launched on November 4 to modernize incident data collection and provide vital intelligence for local fire departments across the United States. “NERIS is about finally understanding our fire problem and shaping the future of our fire response.

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Apply for Drinking Water to Keep Volunteer Firefighters Hydrated During Wildfires and Emergency Response

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Proper hydration is critical to the health and safety of firefighters when responding to wildfires and other emergencies. million cans of emergency drinking water to help prepare local volunteer firefighters with vital resources ahead of the annual summer wildfire season, rather than waiting until after disaster strikes.

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Tell Congress About Your Concerns Regarding OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard

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The effort to spread awareness about how the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed Emergency Response Standard could harm volunteer fire departments continues. The post Tell Congress About Your Concerns Regarding OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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Confirmation Hearing for Secretary of Labor Nominee to be Held on February 19

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If confirmed by the Senate, Chavez-DeRemer would oversee the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the ongoing development of their proposed Emergency Response Standard. A safety standard thats impossible to implement would not support firefighter safety. If confirmed, we urge Fmr.

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NVFC Testifies to Congress Regarding OSHA’s Emergency Response Standard and Develops One-Pager to Assist with Public Comments

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On June 4, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) testified before the House of Representatives Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology regarding the impact that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed Emergency Response Standard will have on volunteer fire departments.

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National Fire Organizations Set to Advocate for Legislation in DC Later this Week

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Fire Administration Funding FY 2025 Volunteer Fire Assistance Funding FY 2025 SIREN Grant Funding FY 2025 National Firefighter Cancer Registry Funding The post National Fire Organizations Set to Advocate for Legislation in DC Later this Week appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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Access NVFC Resources for Commenting on the OSHA Emergency Response Standard

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On February 5, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modernize the agency’s “Fire Brigades” standard with a proposed new “Emergency Response Standard.” Sign-up for the webinar here.