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2021 Election

 January 19, 2021

In preparation for the 2021 election, your SHS Section is seeking candidates for three at-large director positions. All positions will begin in August 2021 at Fire-Rescue International and are three-year terms. At-large Director Eligibility: At least six of the nine … [Read more...]

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Safety, Health and Survival Virtual Training Day

 September 11, 2020

The Safety, Health and Survival Section is hosting a free Virtual Training Day, via WebEx. The training is scheduled to run from 9 AM ET to 3:15 PM ET. Participants can join for the entire day or for only the topics they are most interested in. Join a group of talented … [Read more...]

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Safety, Health & Survival Section Announces 2020 Award Recipients

 September 1, 2020

The section awards recognize both organizations and individuals who have made a significant contribution to health and safety within their own organizations and the fire service as a whole. Every year, winners are selected by a committee appointed by the Safety, Health & … [Read more...]

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Meet the 2020 SHS Section Board Candidates

 April 3, 2020

The 2020 SHS Section Election will be for three at-large director seats. Eligibility information for this position can be found on the 2020 Elections page. The elected at-large directors will serve three-year terms, beginning at FRI 2020 in Phoenix, AZ. The 2020 SHS Section … [Read more...]

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Register for the FDSOA Health and Safety Conference

 January 2, 2020

You still have time to register for the FDSOA Annual Health and Safety Conference! Join safety officers from across the country January 15-16 in Scottsdale, AZ. You can review the schedule here. Register Now! … [Read more...]

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2019 SHS Section Awards

 April 11, 2019

From: Steve Tullis, SHS Awards Chair Don't wait until the last minute to submit your nominations for the Safety, Health and Survival Section awards! The deadline for submitting a nomination for any of these awards is May 17 at 11:59 PM ET. Any nominations received after that … [Read more...]

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IAFC FIRE & EMS NATIONAL EMERGENCY SAFETY & SURVIVAL ALERT

 February 1, 2019

Firefighters, EMTs and Apparatus Struck – Roadway Operations DATES: 02/04 – 02/08 The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), through their Safety, Health and Survival Section and in cooperation with the Emergency Responder Safety Institute, are urging all fire chiefs … [Read more...]

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Strategic Initiatives 2019-2021

 January 15, 2019

IAFC Safety, Health, & Survival Section SHS Strategic Plan Initiatives Create a National Fire Service Health and Safety Alliance to work with other fire service organizations to address firefighter safety issues. Develop a process to enable every firefighter to … [Read more...]

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NIOSH Fire Fighter Fatality Mapping

 November 28, 2018

NIOSH Fire Fighter Fatality Mapping Application Now Available The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Division of Safety Research has released a new web site entitled Fire Fighter Fatality Map. Developed to increase awareness of firefighter deaths and … [Read more...]

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FDSOA Annual Health and Safety Forum

 November 26, 2018

  Join Safety Officers from across North America for a week full of education, awareness and networking!     … [Read more...]

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The Emergency Services Road Map to Health and Wellness

 October 8, 2018

NFPA 1582 The Emergency Services Road Map to Health and Wellness.  The Road Map replace The Guide to NFPA 1582 In 2013, “The Fire Department Guide to NFPA 1582” was deployed to provide fire depart-ments with a tool to better understand and use the NFPA 1582 “Standard on … [Read more...]

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SHS Resolutions

 October 3, 2018

IAFC 2016 Resolutions Rules of Engagement for Firefighters (PDF) Cancer Presumption Legislation (PDF) … [Read more...]

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SHS FRI Actions

 September 24, 2018

Chief John Sullivan Vice Chair led the SHS meeting for Chief Scott Kerwood who was deeply missed with a family health issue. We wish Chief Kerwood's family a speedy recovery.  FRI18_PPT_SHS Agenda … [Read more...]

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New Video from the IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section

 September 13, 2018

The IAFC's Safety, Health and Survival Section has a new promotional video. Check it out. Become a Member Thank you for your interest in membership. No matter your rank or department type, we have a place for all current and emerging leaders in the fire and emergency … [Read more...]

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2019 FDSOA Annual Health and Safety Forum

 September 7, 2018

2019 FDSOA Annual Health and Safety Forum January 23-24, 2019 Pre-conferences – Monday and Tuesday, January 21-22 Vendor tabletop information page Click here to see current schedule … [Read more...]

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