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Fighting For Those on the Frontlines

The IAFF is one of the largest and most influential labor unions in North America. We are committed to advancing the rights, safety, and future of fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and rescue workers across the United States and Canada
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Safety Stand Down 2026

Safety Stand Down 2026 takes place June 14-20. Learn how Fit to Thrive is supporting IAFF members and helping them stay safe and healthy, now and in the future.

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Our commitment

Over a century of service

The International Association of Fire Fighters represents over 360,000 full-time professional fire fighters and emergency medical workers in 3,500 affiliates across the United States and Canada. Our members proudly protect more than 85% of the population of our two great nations.

A Legacy of Action

We speak truth to power and give our members a voice and vote. We are your advocates, your champions, and your partners in Washington and in Ottawa. The IAFF will continue to confront head-on the most complex issues our members face with one simple goal: doing what is best for fire fighters and emergency medical workers.

Our Priorities

Safety & Protection

Safety & Protection

Presumptive Health

Presumptive Health

Cancer

Cancer Awareness and Prevention Resources

Bargaining

Collective Bargaining

Pay & Benefits

Pay & Benefits

Minimum Staffing

Securing Minimum Staffing

Line-of-Duty Deaths

Honoring their memories, celebrating their lives

John Morgan
L5575
Harlem-Roscoe Professional Firefighters & EMS Association, IL
Date of Death • 31 May 26
Date of Funeral • 08 Jun 26
Howard E. Reed
L0176
Tulsa, OK
Date of Death • 05 Mar 26
Date of Funeral • 23 Mar 26
Stephen K. Mixon
L0176
Tulsa, OK
Date of Death • 02 Jan 26
Date of Funeral • 08 Jan 26
Steven M. Decker
L0002
Chicago, IL
Date of Death • 14 May 26
Date of Funeral • 30 May 26
LODD Database

Upcoming Events

Aug. 9 – 14, 2026
58th IAFF Convention

Every two years, fire fighters and emergency medical workers from across the United States and Canada gather at the IAFF Convention. Our power is our voice, and Convention is where members vote on resolutions and constitutional amendments that shape the future of our profession and our great union.

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Training

Investing in Our Members

Wildfire Training

Wildfires are no longer a seasonal or regional threat. The IAFF is training members to safely and effectively respond to the challenges of wildland and urban interface fires across the United States and Canada.
Wildfire Training

HazMat

Every call is a potential HazMat call. Learn how to recognize hazardous materials, prevent or minimize exposure, and defensively control the incident.
HazMat

Fire Ground Survival

The most comprehensive survival skills and Mayday prevention program currently available within the fire service.
Fire Ground Survival

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