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Advocacy Issues SafetyProtection PayBenefits Collective Bargaining Cancer Presumptive Health Take Action Advocacy Center FIREPAC Run for Office Register to Vote Political Action Legislative Action Why We Fight We are a union that is proud to fight for you, your family, and your community. We support politicians and policies – regardless of party affiliation – that protect and empower the work of fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and rescue workers in the United States and Canada. See Our Wins HealthSafety Topics Behavioral Health DiseaseIllness WellnessFitness Resources Advisories Building Codes Disaster Relief OSHA Emergency Response Standard PFAS Law Firms Committed to the HealthSafety of Our Communities There is nothing – NOTHING – more important than the health and safety of our members. That’s why we continue to establish services and programs that are widely recognized and imitated by other organizations. Training Technical HazMat Fire Ground Survival Wildfire Grants Leadership Affiliate Leadership Training Summit Partnership Education Program (PEP) Political Training Academy Communications Training Academy Human Relations Wellness Behavioral Health Fit to Thrive Candidate Physical Ability Test Training Programs Our members are highly skilled, specialized workers. The IAFF’s training programs empower and educate you in our shared mission to make a dangerous job safer – for you, our brothers and sisters on the job, and those we protect. Online Learning Center Access our full Course Catalog and your personalized training dashboard. Log in Events Featured Events Affiliate Leadership Training Summit HealthSafety SymposiumEMS Conference Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Convention U.S. Legislative Conference Canadian Legislative Conference All Events Convention 2024 Every two years, fire fighters, rescue workers, and emergency medical workers from across the United States and Canada gather at the IAFF Convention. Our power is our voice, and Convention is where members vote on resolutions and constitutional amendments that shape the future of our profession and our great union Details Newsroom News News Articles Press Press Releases Press Kit Media Awards Publications Magazine Advertise Recent Headlines Mother-daughter fire captains make history in Kansas City IAFF’s Pat Morrison honored for career of service Washington battalion chief paves way for daughter Members Members Member Resources My Account Alumni Motorcycle Group Pipes and Drums / Honor Guard Member Access Log in to Access Members-Only Information and Affiliate Leader Tools Log in Create Account en fr-ca SearchJoin Contribute Store Log In Pause Video Play Video This video does not contain audio Fighting For Those on the Frontlines The IAFF is one of the largest and most influential labor unions in North America. We are committed to advancing the rights, safety, and future of fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and rescue workers across the United States and Canada. Who We Are Join Us Our commitment Over a century of service The International Association of Fire Fighters represents over 344,000 full-time professional fire fighters and emergency medical workers in 3,500 affiliates across the United States and Canada. Our members proudly protect more than 85% of the population of our two great nations. A Legacy of Action We speak truth to power and give our members a voice and vote. We are your advocates, your champions, and your partners in Washington and in Ottawa. The IAFF will continue to confront head-on the most complex issues our members face with one simple goal: doing what is best for fire fighters and emergency medical workers. Our Priorities SafetyProtection Fire fighters have a dangerous job. We work to make it safer. Learn what tools, resources, and support are available to protect you and your family. SafetyProtection Presumptive Health Fire fighters are at a greater risk for cancer, heart and lung disease, and behavioral health conditions. Find out what presumptive coverage is available in your state or province. Presumptive Health Cancer Job-related cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service. Learn what we are doing to combat this deadly disease. Cancer Awareness and Prevention Resources Bargaining Every worker deserves a voice at the table. Learn what the union is doing to secure local, state, and federal collective bargaining across the U.S. Collective Bargaining PayBenefits Navigating pension systems and choosing benefits can be daunting. Our union is here to help, offering assistance for members and affiliate leaders. PayBenefits Line-of-Duty Deaths LODD Database Honoring their memories, celebrating their lives Gregory A. Jones L2722 Cumberland Professional Fire Fighters, RI Date of Death • 06 May 24 Date of Funeral • 14 May 24 Courtney S. Padgett L4576 New Hanover County Professional Fire Fighters Association, NC Date of Death • 24 Apr 24 Date of Funeral • 29 Apr 24 Paul R. Gray L2217 Whitehorse, YT Date of Death • 18 Apr 24 Date of Funeral • 02 Jun 24 Jeffery Huggins L1365 Orlando Professional Fire Fighters, FL Date of Death • 16 Apr 24 Date of Funeral • 22 Apr 24 LODD Database Upcoming Events August 25-30, 2024 Convention 2024 Every two years, fire fighters, rescue workers, and emergency medical workers from across the United States and Canada gather at the IAFF Convention. Our power is our voice, and Convention is where members vote on resolutions and constitutional amendments that shape the future of our profession and our great union Get Details Training Investing in Our Members Wildfire Training Wildfires are no longer a seasonal or regional threat. The IAFF is training members to safely and effectively respond to the challenges of wildland and urban interface fires across the United States and Canada. Wildfire Training HazMat Every call is a potential HazMat call. Learn how to recognize hazardous materials, prevent or minimize exposure, and defensively control the incident. HazMat Fire Ground Survival The most comprehensive survival skills and Mayday prevention program currently available within the fire service. Fire Ground Survival Recent News View All News Mother-daughter fire captains make history in Kansas City May 11 • 2024 Read article IAFF’s Pat Morrison honored for career of service May 10 • 2024 Read article Washington battalion chief paves way for daughter May 10 • 2024 Read article View All NewsContact Us IAFF Foundation IAFF Financial Corp. Instagram Facebook X YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X YouTube LinkedIn Privacy Policy | © 2024 IAFF. All Rights...