Safety & Health News

Message from IAFC President John Butler re: OSHA Draft Emergency Response Standard

May 2, 2024

Message from IAFC President John Butler re: OSHA Draft Emergency Response Standard read more

Using Safety Resources: Fool Me Twice, Shame on Me!

January 15, 2013

The fire and emergency service at large has worked hard toward the safety of all its members. With threats that ... read more
Rules of Engagement for Incident Commanders: Always Have a Rapid Intervention Team in Place

January 29, 2013

Always Have a Rapid Intervention Team in Place at All Working Fires Objective: To cause the incident commander to have ... read more
Firefighter/EMT Safety, Health & Survival: Leading by Example Is Essential in Wellness/Fitness Matters

January 29, 2013

At one time or another, we``ve all been through the rigorous and stressful promotional interview/oral board scenario, where we``re asked ... read more
Firefighter/EMT Safety, Health & Survival: Where Are They?

April 29, 2013

There are many facets of accountability on the fireground today. One key aspect is the accountability tracking of companies and ... read more
Reassess Your Behavioral Warning Systems

April 29, 2013

Most fire departments have access to resources for members and extended family requiring mental health and behavioral support. Traditionally, this ... read more
Emergency Medical Services: Go or No-Go? Entering Active-Shooter Incidents

May 6, 2013

Fire and emergency services are once again in the midst of change; this time it has nothing to do with ... read more
Rules of Engagement: Adopt the Rules as Standard Operating Procedures

March 25, 2013

For many months, we``ve been discussing the IAFC``s Rules of Engagement, which were developed by the Safety, Health and Survival ... read more
Firefighter/EMT Safety, Health & Survival: Develop a Firefighter Safety Culture

March 25, 2013

Fire chiefs in the current all-hazards fire service industry continue to be pulled further and further away from their organizations’ ... read more
Behavior Health Is a Leadership Role

April 3, 2013

What exciting lives we lead. We participate in many events that other people only get to read about or watch ... read more
Rules of Engagement for Incident Commanders: When No Progress Is Achieved, Consider Defense

January 29, 2013

If after completion of the primary search, little or no progress toward fire control has been achieved, seriously consider a ... read more

IAFC News

2024 Safety Stand Down Theme Announced

February 27, 2024

Fire Training: Back to Basics is announced as theme for Safety Stand Down, June 16-22, 2024 read more
Fire Chief John S. Butler Testifies on the Fire Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Calls for Immediate Action

February 15, 2024

IAFC President Testifies on the Fire Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Calls for Immediate Action read more
Wildfire Mitigation Awards Announced

February 14, 2024

Wildfire Mitigation Awards have named the individuals and organizations chosen to receive honors this year read more