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
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
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
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
