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

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NERIS Version 1 will provide fire and EMS departments and first responders with more accurate and actionable post-incident information to better address community needs, support critical decision-making, and improve overall public safety. ” Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, U.S.

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FirstNet: Leveling the Playing Field for Volunteer Firefighters

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By David Cook, FirstNet Authority Senior Public Safety Advisor Volunteer firefighters are the heart of our nation’s fire services community. It’s tough to juggle home and work and then go be a volunteer firefighter,” said Tim Carson, administrator for Fire District No. Between Districts No.

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How Service Dogs are Trained to Assist First Responders and Veterans

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Service dogs play an invaluable role in supporting Veterans and first responders, offering assistance that ranges from anxiety relief and refocusing in public settings to specialized tasks that help manage daily challenges, such as diabetic or cardiac alerting. For more information, visit First Responders Foundation , or contact us.

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Submit Your Nomination for the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor

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Nominations are due July 31 for the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor. The post Submit Your Nomination for the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council. The nomination period includes events that took place between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024.

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Bills Relating to PSOB Benefits and Volunteers’ Usage of UAS Advance

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The FAA subsequently determined that the word “public” in this legislation only applies to aircraft used by federal, state, or local governments, or a political subdivision, excluding numerous public safety entities that rely on actively tethered UAS to carry out life-saving operations — like volunteer fire departments.

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An Emergency Lifeline: The Importance of Federal Grants to Sustain Fire Departments

Firefighters and EMS Fund

In the realm of emergency response, fire departments stand as the frontline guardians of public safety, confronting crises with unwavering courage and expertise. Yet, behind every successful firefighting operation lies a crucial support system often overlooked: federal grants.

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2024 Ancient Order of St. Florian and St. Michael Inductees: Robert and Kirstiana Dittman

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Dittman Division Chief, Internal Affairs Division, Texas Public Safety and Investigations (TXPSI LLC.) The Public Safety Director converted Chief Dittman to a uniformed position within the agency after his licensure as a Commissioned Security Officer, Private Investigator, and Personal Protection Officer in 2023.