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...]
SHS Resolutions
IAFC 2016 Resolutions Rules of Engagement for Firefighters (PDF) Cancer Presumption Legislation (PDF) … [Read more...]
SHS FRI Actions
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...]
New Video from the IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section
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...]
2019 FDSOA Annual Health and Safety Forum
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...]
2019 FDSOA Annual Apparatus Specifications & Maintenance Symposium
2019 FDSOA Annual Apparatus Specifications & Maintenance Symposium January 21-23, 2019 Pre-conference – Sunday, January 20th (full day off site or half day on-site) Post-conference – Wednesday, January 23rd (full day off site) Vendor tabletop information … [Read more...]
Removing Diesel Exhaust from Apparatus Bays
Until further research is completed, the IAFC is currently of the opinion that exhaust capturing systems are the most effective to prevent firefighter exposures in addition to other systems. As additional scientific independent research is conducted on vehicle mounted … [Read more...]
Protecting First Responder on Frontline of the Opioid Crisis
Protecting First Responder on Frontline of the Opioid Crisis and Frequency Asked Questions. The event can viewed live stream today August 30th at 2:00pm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkxT0bgekQ8 … [Read more...]
SHS Joins with FDSOA on the Leadership Track at the 2019 Health and Safety Forum
2019 Health and Safety Forum Here are the specific web page links 2019 Health and Safety Forum Info Page 2019 Health and Safety Forum Vendor Tabletop and Sponsorship Info Page FDSOA Safety Officer Scholarship Info and Application Page … [Read more...]
Become a Member
Become a Member Join Safety, Health and Survival Section 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 service. Have a question? Want to join by … [Read more...]
SHS Awards Program IAFC Safety, Health Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award Special Video Tribute to Chief Brunacini Sponsored by Provident Insurance Chief Richard Thode, Bridgeport, CT – providing a model for success when it comes to … [Read more...]
IAFC Bullying, Harassment, and Workplace Violence Prevention Task Group
2019 – 2021 IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section Strategic Initiatives
IAFC SHS Strategic Plan final 2018 plan for 2019 … [Read more...]
Annual Health and Safety Symposium
SHS is partnering with the Fire Department Safety Officers Association again in 2019 to present dynamic, relevant topics related to fire department safety officers. We have five presentation slots assigned for the Annual Health and Safety Symposium. If you have a topic you are … [Read more...]
The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Fire Fighters and EMS Responders
Sleep Deprivation This report, The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Fire Fighters and EMS Responders, along with its accompanying computer-based educational program, presents background information on normal sleep physiology and the health and … [Read more...]