
Illness & Injury
Our profession comes with risk. Our mission at the IAFF is making this rewarding job safer for current and future generations.
We are continuously searching for resources and information on how to prevent and treat the most common and serious health problems that affect fire fighters and emergency medical workers.
We strive to provide members with the latest information and guidance on how to prevent and cope with illness and injury in the fire service.
Burn Injury Assistance
Through the IAFF Foundation, the IAFF provides assistance to members who suffer burn injuries.
Cancer Awareness & Prevention
Explore our proactive measures and ongoing initiatives aimed at safeguarding the health and well-being of our members across the United States and Canada from this urgent threat.
Infectious Disease
It is important for IAFF members to be aware of the various infectious diseases they may be exposed to and how to prevent these exposures.
Lung Disease
Fire fighters are exposed to gases, chemicals, particulates, and other substances that may lead to the development of lung disease. It is important to recognize and prevent these exposures.
Practical Strategies for Safety
The Practical Strategies for Safety course complements the Workplace Violence Prevention for First Responders course by offering practical strategies to reduce the risk of workplace violence while on duty. This free online course features video demonstrations, practice scenarios, and interactive activities that cover approaches and interactions in different situations.
Workplace Violence Prevention for First Responders
Workplace Violence Prevention for First Responders is a free online course that aims to
equip fire and EMS responders with the skills and knowledge to protect themselves in
potentially violent situations.
World Trade Center Health Program
We are committed to keeping our members updated on the long-term World Trade Center health concerns. If you were a first responder, recovery worker, or onsite volunteer on 9/11, we urge you to learn more.