NVFC Launches First Responder Helpline to Assist Members in Need Firefighting and emergency response are stressful jobs with high levels of risk and unpredictability. In addition, volunteer responders are often juggling their fire service responsibilities with full time jobs and family commitments. … [Read more...] about NVFC Launches First Responder Helpline to Assist Members in Need
In honor, appreciation and remembrance of the sacrifices made on 09.11.01, The North Carolina State Firefighters' Association takes this moment to say thank you to all First Responders. Putting others before yourself every time you report for duty honors the memory of every first responder we have … [Read more...] about Honoring First Responders on 9/11 – North Carolina First Responder’s Day
US Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell delivered the oath of office to incoming IAFC President Chief Donna Black, Duck (NC) Fire Department NC SAN ANTONIO, TX – The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) installed its slate of officers for 2022-23 during is final General Session at … [Read more...] about Chief Donna Black Installed as IAFC President
With guidance from a team of scientists that included a University of Miami public health researcher, the World Health Organization’s cancer division reclassified firefighting as a Group 1 carcinogenic profession. There’s no question that becoming a firefighter is a dangerous job. But beyond the … [Read more...] about Firefighter Occupation Elevated to Highest Classification for Cancer Risk
On May 25th, 2022, the North Carolina State Firefighters' Association hosted the 2022 NC Fire Service Legislative Day. Firefighters from all across the state gathered in unity to say thank to our legislators for the support they gave us by passing the much needed cancer legislation … [Read more...] about NC Fire Service Legislative Day 2022
Ed Shuford was recently recognized by his employer, First National Bank, as a Community Spirit Volunteer Award Winner for 2022. Ed is a volunteer firefighter with Foscoe Fire Department in Watauga County. Along with recognizing volunteer efforts by its employees, First National Bank contributes to … [Read more...] about First National Bank Recognizes Volunteerism
Congratulations to the 2022 NCSFA scholarship & grant recipients! From the Board & staff of the North Carolina State Firefighters' Association, we wish you the best of luck with your education and your future. We have no doubt you will go out and do great things. Thank you to Atlantic … [Read more...] about 2022 NCSFA Scholarship & Grant Recipients
For information and all you need to know about the North Carolina Firefighter Cancer Coverage, click on the image below or follow this link: … [Read more...] about North Carolina Firefighter Cancer Coverage
