Support for Department Members with Cancer
Jul 2026
Learn how fire departments can support firefighters diagnosed with occupational cancer through workplace resources, peer support, accommodations, and recovery guidance.
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PFAS and the Fire Service
Jul 2026
Learn how PFAS “forever chemicals” affect firefighters through occupational exposure, increase cancer and health risks, and explore strategies to reduce exposure and improve firefighter safety. -
PFAS Video
Jul 2026
Learn how the IAFF is fighting PFAS exposure by pursuing stronger safety standards, advocating for PFAS-free turnout gear, and helping firefighters and their families seek compensation for PFAS-related illnesses. -
FGS Operations Roster Template
Jul 2026
Provides a standardized attendance log template and roster sheet for tracking participant data and daily verification during operations courses. -
How to Review a Research Paper
Jul 2026
Learn how to evaluate firefighter cancer research by understanding study quality, scientific evidence, and the latest findings on occupational cancer risks and prevention. -
FGSA Trailer Set Up 2025
Jul 2026
Details the step-by-step setup protocols, structural installation requirements, and safety guidelines for the IAFF Fire Ground Survival training trailer. -
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
Jul 2026
Learn how the IARC classification recognizes firefighting as a carcinogenic occupation and explores the evidence linking occupational exposures to increased cancer risk in firefighters. -
FGS Video
Jul 2026
Outlines the IAFF Fire Ground Survival program, a comprehensive training initiative designed to prevent firefighter fatalities through essential Mayday survival skills. -
FGS Suggested Equipment Cache
Jul 2026
Details the full list of recommended safety gear, specialized rescue hardware, and tool kits included in the IAFF Fire Ground Survival equipment cache. -
FGS/FGSU/FFR Flyer
Jul 2026
Outlines the objectives, prerequisites, and hosting criteria for the IAFF Fire Ground Survival and Fire Fighter Rescue instructor update course.