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It’s a well-known fact that certain types of cancer are a health risk for firefighters. With that diagnosis come major costs. Thanks to the signing of GML-205CC, volunteer firefighters throughout […]

Soliciting Competition for Professional Services Tom Rinaldi, President AFD-CA This article is being provided as an educational service for the fire districts represented by the Association of Fire Districts of

**Fire Service Organizational Silos: How To Emerge From The Depths And Foster Connection Kristopher T. Blume The organizational structure and rigors of the fire service make it susceptible to a

Jill Wiseman I recently came across an entertaining article about why NOT to become a volunteer firefighter.  When I was reading it, I realized why women are perfect for the fire service,

By Tony Hill The New York State Legislature passed another bill on June 3, 2021 that would amend Article 11-A of the New York State General Municipal Law, provided the

If other areas in the State are thinking about banding together as a group to exchange ideas or problem solve, here is a resource document to help form a formal

General Municipal Law §204-dd and 9 NYCRR Part 227 establish minimum qualifications for fire chiefs, volunteer or career, of a fire department with six or more paid, civil-service appointed career

The Powers and Duties of a Fire District Commissioner: Powers and duties of a Fire Commissioner  Open this link, it will amaze you!!!!

By:  Gary Ludwig Imagine you’re in command of a fire scene. There are several chiefs in various roles, such as operations and safety. You’re managing multiple companies inside the building

Requirements for Chiefs of Departments where that department employs six (6) or more paid fire fighters (Does not distinguish full or part time paid, and includes both paid and volunteer