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2024 Safety Stand Down Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Fire Training Fundamentals

NVFC

IAFC members are the world’s leading experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials spills, natural disasters, search and rescue, and public safety legislation. All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed online for free at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.

NFPA 52
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“Fire Training: Back to Basics” is Announced as Theme for Safety Stand Down, June 16-22

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Safety Stand Down is a joint initiative of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Safety, Health and Survival Section, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), the Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA), and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).

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Why is The Job Different?

The Overrun

They continued to respond, even as firefighting units were taken off of first responder assignments out of fear of the virus. Discrimination and misogyny have been well-documented in the public safety professions, and New York City is no different; just a lot bigger. They were all alone out there.