On September 11, 2001, 2,977 people were killed in a terrorist attack, 343 of them were firefighters. Countless survivors suffer illnesses from the attack ranging from physical and emotional trauma to cancers and so much more. In honor, appreciation, and remembrance of the sacrifices made on … [Read more...] about First Responder’s Day 09.11.23
Dear Rail Safety Partner: The reality remains that every 3 hours in the United States (U.S.), a person or vehicle is struck by a train. We recognize your role as first responders, educators, and safety and government organizations in helping to reduce the number of deaths and injuries that occur … [Read more...] about Operation Clear Track Letter from Amtrak/OLI
The 2023/2024 Legislative Season ***Please Contact Your Legislator Regarding HB 488 Veto Overide*** During this years session, the NCSFA and the NC Fire Marshals Association, along with other groups, opposed HB 488, Code Council Reorganization and Various Code … [Read more...] about 2023/2024 Legislative Season – Contact Your Legislator Regarding HB 488 Veto Overide
TO ALL NC FIRE CHIEFS AND NCSFA MEMBERS: As the annual business meeting of the Association approaches at #SAFRE2023 on August 9th – 12th in Raleigh, there are several items of information we need to share with you and your members. The NCSFA Board is recommending several changes to the NCSFA … [Read more...] about NCSFA By-Law Changes To Be Voted on at #SAFRE2023
Share the Load™ Support Program for Fire and EMS Most people are aware of the physical demands that first response activities place on firefighters and EMS providers. But it is important to also realize the impact that fighting fires and responding to emergencies has on the mental wellbeing of … [Read more...] about SHARE THE LOAD PROGRAM
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
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
