We are a union that is proud to fight for you, your family, and your community. We support politicians and policies – regardless of party affiliation – that protect and empower the work of fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and rescue workers in the United States and Canada.
Search the IAFF’s comprehensive collection of health and safety resources in one easy-to-use hub. Find documents, videos, reports, advisories, graphics, and presentations on cancer prevention, wildfire response, PPE, and more.
Our members are highly skilled, specialized workers. The IAFF’s training programs empower and educate you in our shared mission to make a dangerous job safer – for you, our brothers and sisters on the job, and those we protect.
Access our full Course Catalog and your personalized training dashboard.
Every two years, fire fighters and emergency medical workers from across the United States and Canada gather at the IAFF Convention.
Hear one firefighter’s journey through opioid addiction and recovery while learning about treatment, resilience, and the importance of seeking support for substance use.