Training - IAFF

Aug 22, 2025
NHTSA launches new website for Emergency Response Guides and Rescue Sheets

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a new website to provide emergency responders with easy access to Emergency Response Guides (ERGs) and rescue sheets.

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Aug 8, 2025
IAFF awarded record $8 million grant from National Institutes of Health

The historic funding will support the IAFF’s extensive hazardous materials training programs, giving fire fighters the tools and knowledge they need to protect their communities.

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Aug 8, 2025
IAFF calls for national program to enhance Canada’s emergency response capabilities

IAFF HazMat and RTI training are key elements of a proposal to bolster emergency preparedness and response in Canada through the creation of an Enhanced Emergency Management Program.

Canada

Legislation – Canada

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Aug 1, 2025
New guide helps fire fighters respond to electric vehicle incidents

The resource provides operational tactics for safely managing electric vehicle fires and battery-related hazards.

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Jul 14, 2025
Stronger Together: The IAFF represents everyone from dispatchers to arson investigators

Fire departments in the United States and Canada include critical staff members who are not fire fighters or emergency medical personnel. Where possible, the IAFF seeks to be their voice when it comes to important labor issues.

Collective Bargaining

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Jun 20, 2025
Fire fighter safety: What to consider during civil unrest

Civil unrest and protests like the ones in Los Angeles can make fire and emergency medical response dangerous. This article discusses how some major fire departments keep personnel safe in these volatile situations

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Jun 20, 2025
Now Available: IAFF Energy Hazard Guide

The IAFF Energy Hazard Guide is now available online, providing members with critical response tools for today’s evolving energy risks – from EVs to high-voltage systems.

Hazmat

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Jun 13, 2025
Trump signs new executive order to strengthen U.S. wildfire response

In a signing ceremony at the White House, the president called for greater federal action to protect communities and first responders during wildfire emergencies.

Legislation – US

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Jun 6, 2025
Dump truck crashes into home, IAFF members come to the rescue

A truck driver and homeowner are lucky to be alive after a serious crash. IAFF members credit training for successful extrication.

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May 30, 2025
Coming Soon: IAFF guide for responding to energy hazards

IAFF members will soon have access to a guide that will provide strategies and information about safer response to emergencies involving energy sources.

Hazmat

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