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HAIX introduces Fire Hero - a revolutionary firefighter boot
Step in, zip up, fasten the closure system in mere seconds and you are ready to fight the fire  The FIRE HERO from HAIX fulfils the highest level of...
The National Fire Service Resource Guide: An encyclopedia of the fire industry
Development of the fire industry guide was supported by VFIS and Provident Agency The National Fire Service Resource Guide covers topics like health &...
Rebuild a first responder's life with the Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund
The Belleville Wisconsin Volunteer Firefighters The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) created the Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund to help...
Apply for the firefighters 'Bucket List': Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade grant program
Grants have been used to fund turn-out gear, extrication equipment, water pumps, hoses and nozzles The application period for the 2010 Georgia-Pacific...
Are you fit for duty? Find out at the Safety, Health and Survival Week 2010
Safety, Health and Survival Week is in partnership with more than 20 national fire service organizations Safety Week’s Fit for Duty theme will cover...
NIST study reveals importance of crew sizes and arrival times in successful firefighting operations
A new study shows residential fires cause much damage to life and property  A landmark study issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce's National...
FIA Apprenticeship Scheme starts in September
The FIA works with Skills for Security on the Apprentice Scheme which is aimed at candidates aged 16-24 Now in its third year, Skills for Security on the...
NVFC updates legislative priorities at annual spring board meeting
Broadband for First Responders (H.R. 5081) has been introduced as a top new priority in NVFC The new set of NVFC legislative priorities would enhance the...
Hurry! May 28 last day for submitting Assistance to Firefighters Grant applications
An online tutuorial provides information on firefighters grant applications About $390 million will be distributed through the current AFG grant cycle. The...
CEN-CENELEC webinars focus on SMEs and European standardisation
CEN-CENELEC is to hold web-based seminars on SMEs and European standardisation Small and medium enterprises will benefit from two-day CEN-CENELEC...
NVFC Junior Firefighter of the Year award goes to Michelle Alyssa Carilli
Michelle Carilli won the  2010 Junior Firefighter of the Year Award for her exemplary service Carilli received the award during a special ceremony...
Next generation SCBA tested by IAFF and Prince George’s County Fire/EMS
The new SCBA is expected to improve the safety of fire fighters on the frontlines. Photo: Justin DiPierro The International Association of Fire Fighters...
Survey shows causes for Kleen Energy explosion common across gas energy industry
39 respondents (63%) said their companies had at some time used flammable gas to blow out piping A CSB public meeting is planned next month in...
2010 Business Manager Award highlights PPE innovations
Runner-up for  innovation award, Steve Taylor, played a central role in ICP for Firebuy Covering PPE, Workwear and Corporate Clothing, this year's...
FEMA invites applications for Assistance to Firefighters Grant
AFG applications must be received by May 28 The grant meets the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency...
CSB invites public opinion on use of MIC and safer alternatives
Use of Methyl Isocyanate is a big security concern for workers and people living in its proximity The Congressionally mandated study was initiated after the...
First Response All Calls™ vehicle introduced by Crimson Fire at FDIC 2010
The FRAC features a new pumper and integrated pump First Response All Calls™(FRAC) vehicles on display featured fire suppression and command modules,...
NVFC survey on first responder health and safety risks closes May 1
NVFC is seeking inputs from first responders about health and safety concerns The NVFC is conducting a survey to identify new or changing health and...
Lord Lieutenant Algernon Heber-Percy praises Shropshire firefighters for long and distinguished services
Community Fire Safety Technician Officer Charlie Cartwright receives the High Sheriff Good Citizen Award Shropshire firefighters and a fire control...
FIA/BAFSA seminar to address warehouse fire safety
The topics at FIA/BAFSA seminar will include legal obligations, responsible person and fire risk assessments The free seminar, entitled ‘Fire Safety...