Request HazMat/WMD Training
The IAFF's Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction (HazMat/WMD) Training
programs offer several unique advantages. Trainees learn common-sense strategies to
recognize hazardous materials, prevent or minimize exposure and defensively control
the incident. These strategies can help lower disability and workers' compensation
costs. Because the IAFF receives all of its funding from the U.S. government, it is
able to offer this curricula at no cost to your department.
Additionally, the IAFF provides a team of professional instructors
from across the country who are active fire fighters/EMS personnel/HazMat Team Members.
The curricula is taught to fire fighters by fire fighters. Current U.S. grant restrictions
limit the training delivery to responders within the United States.
To request HazMat/WMD training:
IAFF affiliates must provide a request letter signed by an IAFF local president
and the fire chief. The letter should contain a brief explanation of the need for training
in your area, a general timeline for delivery, the number of students and a contact person
for course logistics, such as a training officer.
Mail, fax or email your request to:
Harold A. Schaitberger, General President
International Association of Fire Fighters
1750 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20006
Fax: (202) 637-0839
Email: James Ridley, Director of HazMat/WMD Training at hazmat@iaff.org
Request Canadian CBRNE Training
The IAFF's Canadian Office Operations offers the training course for those fire, rescue, emergency medical service (EMS)
personnel and other first responders who may respond to incidents
involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRNE) or
hazardous materials (HazMat).
To request CBRNE training:
Mail, fax or email your request to:
Scott Marks, Assistant to the General President for Canadian
Operations
International Association of Fire Fighters
403-350 Sparks Street
Ottawa, Ontario. K1R 7S8
Phone: (613) 567-8988
Fax: (613) 567-8986
Email: Scott Marks,
Assistant to the General President at
smarks@iaff.org
Request Fire Ground Survival Certification Training
The Fire Ground Survival (FGS) Training program ensures that training for Mayday prevention and Mayday operations are consistent between all fire fighters, company officers and chief officers. Successful completion of the IAFF FGS Awareness Course requires the study of actual near misses and fatalities. The course is available online. Click here to learn more and begin the online course.
To request IAFF FGS Certification training:
For questions about the course, contact the IAFF Health, Safety and Medicine department at
(202) 824-9304.
Request Peer Fitness Trainer Certification Training
The purpose of the IAFF/IAFC/ACE
Peer Fitness Trainer (PFT) Certification program is to provide a fitness trainer standard consistent with the health and fitness needs of the Fire Service throughout the United States and Canada. Those successfully passing the certification examination will have demonstrated they possess the knowledge and skills required to design and implement fitness programs, improve the wellness and fitness of the uniformed members in their departments, assist in the physical training of recruits, and assist the broader community in achieving wellness and fitness. Click
here to see a listing of upcoming Peer Fitness Trainer classes and contact information for registration.
To request PFT Certification training:
For more information about the PFT program or to express interest in hosting a PFT Certification workshop and examination, call or email your request to:
Phone: (202) 824-9313
Email: Jason Atkin at jatkin@iaff.org
