National Volunteer Workforce Solutions Social Media Handbook Part 1 ...
ia channels to ensure that what they say isn’t inappropriate and doesn’t include sensitive information. A fire department must ensure that its p to be a government agency, you must ensure your social-media policy doesn’t violate the First Amendment. Fire departments and EMS agencies run by cities, towns or municipalities as well as ...

Hosting a Successful Open House - International Association of Fire Chiefs
Timing for fire department events is extremely important. Effective open houses are held one or two weekends a year typically in warmer seasons to attract more attendees. Some counties hold open house weekends while others allow departments to choose when they will host these events.

How To Host a Successful Open House - International Association of Fire ...
The ability to host a successful open house is vital to volunteer fire departments. Open houses give the community the opportunity to learn from and interact with department members.

Hazmat Teams and Training Toolkit - International Association of Fire ...
The (IAFC), in partnership with the , developed the Hazmat Teams and Training Toolkit to support hazmat planning operations. The is designed to provide data-driven intelligence on Hazmat safety for emergency responders nationwide. Data is collected and visualized to support critical decisions.

Firefighter Code of Ethics - International Association of Fire Chiefs
Isolated lapses in ethical judgment by fire service personnel across the U.S. led to the code of ethics being developed. The Firefighter Code of Ethics is supported by local, state and national organizations, as well as prominent fire service leaders.

Officer Development Handbook - International Association of Fire Chiefs
In addition, most fire department budgetary expenditures are based on training—and most of that training focuses on the skills of line-level personnel. Far less effort is focused on the development of potential officers and as a result, officers rarely get the development they need.

Officer Development Program Leadership Development Certification Series
The ODP Leadership Development Certification Series (LDCS) represents a groundbreaking advancement in the field of fire service education. This program sets a new standard with competency-based minimum requirements, showcasing the IAFC's and CSU’s unwavering commitment to elevating training and education in the profession.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE POLICIES - International Association of Fire Chiefs
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) is honored to partner with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/United States Fire Administration (USFA) in this important venture to reduce the impact of vehicle-related incidents on the fire service and our communities. As chief fire officers, IAFC members shoulder considerable responsibility for ensuring the safety of both ...

Recommended Fire Department Response to Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Part 1
All fire crews must follow department policy, and train all staff on response to incidents involving ESS. Compromised lithium-ion batteries can produce significant amounts of flammable gases with potential risk of deflagration and fire.

Developing a Successful Fire Chaplain Service in Your Fire Department
The VCOS Board of Directors is providing this publication because the board believes that it is important that each fire department has a support structure for the health and wellness of the people, and their families, who make up the organization of a fire department. A chaplain program is a critical component of a comprehensive fire department behavioral health system. The fire station ...