NVFC

JUNE 4, 2024

By David Cook, FirstNet Authority Senior Public Safety Advisor Volunteer firefighters are the heart of our nation’s fire services community. Answering more calls with fewer personnel Firefighting ranks among the most demanding and dangerous volunteer roles, which can make it hard to find volunteers willing to take on the challenge.

Firefighter 94

Firefighter Public Safety First Responder OR 94

NVFC

MAY 21, 2024

May 19-25 marks the 50th anniversary of EMS Week with the theme “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future.” The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recognizes and gives thanks to all EMS providers for the lifesaving work you do every day. Here are resources to focus on EMS this week and throughout the year.

EMS 111

EMS Emergency Medical Services Firefighter First Responder 111

NVFC

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The holidays can be stressful for first responders and their families, but the NVFC has resources to help. The Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals is an online, searchable list of local providers equipped and ready to help firefighters, EMS, providers, rescue workers, dispatchers, and their families.

First Responder 52

First Responder Firefighter EMS OR 52

NVFC

AUGUST 13, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has been awarded an FY 2023 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to further its firefighter health and safety initiatives and reduce line-of-duty injuries and deaths. The health and safety of responders are top priorities for the NVFC.

Firefighter 122

Firefighter First Responder EMS Emergency Management 122

NVFC

JULY 8, 2024

Eligible responders can enter for a chance to receive two cases of DripDrop electrolyte drink mix for their volunteer fire department Summer brings outdoor adventures, water activities, and barbecues, but it also can bring danger to firefighters, who exert themselves in heavy gear and high temperatures. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

Firefighter 92

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 92

NVFC

JULY 2, 2024

The donation comes as part of the retailer’s launch of its Hometown Heroes program and its $1 million donation to charity organizations supporting our nation’s military service members, veterans, and first responders. We are so inspired by the NVFC’s meaningful work to support first responders.

Firefighter 116

Firefighter First Responder EMS 116

NVFC

JUNE 1, 2024

Volunteer firefighters who are members of the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) can enter to win one of the helmets, which showcase the iconic traditional design with innovative features that address today’s fire service needs. volunteer firefighter and a member of the NVFC. Applicants must be an active U.S.

Firefighter 116

Firefighter First Responder EMS 116

NVFC

AUGUST 1, 2024

$500,000 in grants will be awarded by State Farm ® in collaboration with the NVFC The application period is now open for the inaugural State Farm ® Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. A total of 50 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to obtain critical equipment to enhance the safety and effectiveness of their responders.

Firefighter 98

Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 98

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Like all industries, fire and emergency services organizations can experience challenges and opportunities by having first responders from several generations working together. What should older firefighters know about communicating with Gen Z? What should Gen Z know about communicating with older firefighters?

Firefighter 116

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 116

ESO

APRIL 19, 2024

From April 2-5, the top fire services and EMS industry thought leaders and data analysts gathered at Wave 2024 to share what trends they’re forecasting for both fields and how they’re enacting change within their own organizations through the power of data-driven insights. Data impacts every aspect of duties, from shifts start to end.

MIH 105

MIH EMS Paramedic Firefighter 105

Firefighters and EMS Fund

JANUARY 2, 2024

[01/02/2024, Manhattan, NY]- Firefighters and EMS Fund was honored to both attend and win an award at the 2023 ASTORS Homeland Security Awards Ceremony, hosted by American Security Today. Firefighters and EMS Fund won recognition in the category Excellence in Public Safety and First Responder Support.

Firefighter 52

Firefighter Public Safety EMS First Responder 52

NVFC

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, 100 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to obtain critical equipment that will help increase their responders’ safety, effectiveness, and ability to serve their community. This is the inaugural year for the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program.

Firefighter 119

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 119

Firefighters and EMS Fund

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

[01/02/2024, Manhattan, NY]- Firefighters and EMS Fund was honored to both attend and win an award at the 2023 ASTORS Homeland Security Awards Ceremony, hosted by American Security Today. Firefighters and EMS Fund won recognition in the category Excellence in Public Safety and First Responder Support.

Firefighter 52

Firefighter Public Safety EMS First Responder 52

ESO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Our mission to improve health and safety through the power of data has guided everything we do to support first responders and healthcare providers. Earlier in the year, we released the 2024 ESO EMS, Fire Service, and Hospital Trend Reports , which forecasted the trends ESO experts believed would shape each industry.

Epinephrine 103

Epinephrine Firefighter First Responder Public Safety 103

NVFC

MAY 7, 2024

Being a volunteer firefighter or EMS provider is tough. Responders are routinely exposed to traumatic incidents and difficult calls, deal with the stress of juggling work-life-volunteer responsibilities, have interrupted sleep, and other factors that can impact mental wellbeing.

Firefighter 98

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 98

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers are routinely exposed to traumatic incidents and difficult calls. In addition, volunteer responders deal with the stress of juggling work-life-volunteer responsibilities.

Firefighter 98

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 98

NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

It’s National Volunteer Week , and the NVFC extends our thanks to all of the volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and support personnel who make our communities better every day. Make Me A Firefighter Department Portal – Register for free to access this portal to help with volunteer recruitment.

Firefighter 111

Firefighter First Responder EMS 111

NVFC

JANUARY 16, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has launched an online, searchable directory of behavioral health professionals ready and able to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and their families. Over 220 providers from across the U.S. are currently included in the directory, and more are added each month.

Firefighter 116

Firefighter First Responder Emergency Management Emergency Manager 116

NVFC

JULY 30, 2024

Once again partnering to provide fast hydration to volunteer firefighters, DripDrop Hydration PBC and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have donated 200,000 sticks of DripDrop electrolyte drink mix to volunteer fire departments. said John Shea, chief marketing officer of DripDrop Hydration. “We Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

Firefighter 111

Firefighter Heart Attack First Responder EMS 111

NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

To improve volunteer first responders’ access to high-quality online education, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has partnered with Columbia Southern University (CSU) for the 16th year to award two NVFC members scholarships to CSU. He’s remained dedicated to the fire service ever since. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

Firefighter 111

Firefighter First Responder EMT EMT 111

US Patriot

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

In fact, everyone needs to have this conversation and finally bring to light some very disturbing facts: Firefighter/EMS suicides are outnumbering line of duty deaths. It’s time to talk about first responder mental health. In 2016, 89 firefighter deaths in the line of duty were recorded. Number two!

Firefighter 52

Firefighter EMS First Responder BLS 52

NVFC

JANUARY 30, 2024

This program provided in-person courses to hundreds of first responders across the country in its first year. The PIT Crew program helps first responders gain the knowledge and skills they need to train others in their departments and communities on hazmat safety and response.

First Responder 119

First Responder Firefighter Emergency Response EMS 119

Firefighters and EMS Fund

JUNE 20, 2024

Firefighters are in the business of saving lives, even at the cost of their safety. This is often taken for granted: We’ve all seen the heroic scenes of first responders walking into a burning building to protect others.

Firefighter 52

Firefighter First Responder EMS 52

NVFC

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Health and Wellness Leadership Award, Junior Firefighter of the Year, and Junior Firefighter Program of the Year. Recognize the contributions of outstanding members of your fire department and junior firefighter program by submitting your nominations by 5pm EST on January 17. The recipients of the Chief James P.

Firefighter 52

Firefighter First Responder Ambulance OR 52

NVFC

JANUARY 16, 2024

struggle to obtain safe and adequate turnout gear to protect their firefighters. Volunteer firefighters give their all every day to keep their communities safe,” said NVFC chair Steve Hirsch. We’re proud to be a partner in this program to help improve the safety of the volunteer firefighters in the United States and Canada.

Firefighter 115

Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 115

Pulsara

JUNE 7, 2024

Police received the first call from inside the club at 11:56 p.m., Firefighters arrived in seven minutes to a scene that was basically secured. Multiple responding EMS agencies – and even some officers in patrol cars – expeditiously transported casualties, helping limit the death toll to five.

Firefighter 104

Firefighter First Responder Emergency Response Emergency Department 104

Firefighters and EMS Fund

APRIL 20, 2023

Ballot measures are used to help support local fire departments and firefighters when funds run low and more budget is needed. For first responders and firefighters, communicating our needs to the public before an election is essential when a ballot measure is on the ballot. appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund.

Firefighter 52

Firefighter First Responder EMS 52

NVFC

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

13 fire departments will each receive four sets of gear through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway Proper personal protective equipment is critical to the safety, health, and effectiveness of firefighters, yet many volunteer fire departments struggle to find the budget to provide their firefighters with adequate, up-to-date turnout gear.

Firefighter 104

Firefighter First Responder Emergency Response OR 104

First Responders Foundation

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Chief Dittman has also expanded his public safety role as a first responder by achieving certification as a Wild-Land Firefighter and Certified Emergency Care Attendant. He is nationally registered as an Emergency Medical Responder with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Florian and St.

Public Safety 52

Public Safety Emergency Medical Technician First Responder Emergency Medical Services 52

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Cornettsville (KY) Fire Department and Elmore Fire Department (Lake Elmore, VT) will each receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters. In 2024, another 13 departments will be awarded four sets of gear and four helmets each. With 2023 revenues of $1.8

Firefighter 105

Firefighter NFPA First Responder Emergency Management 105

NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Safe and adequate personal protective equipment is essential to firefighters performing at their best. Each department will receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters. Learn about the latest recipients below. With 2023 revenues of $1.8

Firefighter 105

Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 105

NVFC

JANUARY 24, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released a new Leadership training track in the Virtual Classroom, designed specifically for fire and EMS department leaders, including chiefs and officers. The post Leadership Track Now Available in the NVFC Virtual Classroom appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

Firefighter 111

Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 111

NVFC

MARCH 12, 2024

For volunteer fire departments lacking the budget and resources to provide adequate drinking water for their wildland firefighters, Anheuser-Busch’s Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters program , a partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), has been a lifeline. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

Firefighter 64

Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 64

NVFC

JULY 2, 2024

$25,000 in grants and 100 pancake breakfast kits donated through the Nutella® “Stacks for Giving Back” program Volunteer first responders are there when their community needs them – whatever the emergency. With the $5,000 grant, the department will obtain a new positive pressure ventilation fan to increase firefighter safety.

Firefighter 111

Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 111

NVFC

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This signature conference provides an opportunity for firefighters and EMS providers to participate in valuable classroom training, idea sharing, and networking. Three learning tracks will focus on responder health and safety, volunteer recruitment and retention, and emergency service leadership. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

NFPA 52

NFPA Firefighter First Responder EMS 52

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Most paramedics, police officers, firefighters, first responders, community midwives, district nurses, health visitors, mobile GPs, vets, social workers and other health or public service providers like dogs. No matter how much we love dogs, entering their territory to touch their loved ones is always going to be risky.

First Responder 52

First Responder Paramedic Prehospital Care Provider Ambulance 52

Mile High Ambulance

JULY 25, 2016

“The problem with EMS is that it is not just a job, it’s an identity. It becomes who we are, shapes us and molds us into caring dedicated responders. The Code Green Campaign is a first responder oriented mental health advocacy and education organization. What is Code Green?

EMS 52

EMS First Responder Ambulance EMT 52