The labor union for fire fighters and emergency medical workers in the United States and Canada.
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#SafetyStandDownWeek is here โ and this year, the focus is on fire fighter fitness.
Explore tools, resources, and practical ideas from the IAFF's Fit to Thrive program โก๏ธ brnw.ch/21x3l9Q
@iaffwfi @f2T_iaff @IAFC_SHS @FDSOApubs @NFPA @NVFC
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Happy #FlagDay ๐บ๐ธ
Today, we honor the flag and the ideals it represents.
๐ท credit: Joe Brooks of @LOCAL_718
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๐ฅ Fit to Serve. Fit for Life. This #SafetyStandDown (June 14-20), join our webinar on building on-duty exercise policies that actually support fire fighter fitness.
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June 18 | 1 p.m. ET
@iaffwfi @f2T_iaff @IAFC_SHS @FDSOApubs @NFPA @NVFC
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๐ฅ๐๏ธ June is #PTSDAwarenessMonth.
The stress of the job doesn't always end when the call is over. If you or a fellow member are struggling, help is available.
Explore resources for #IAFF members โก๏ธ iaff.org/behavioral-health
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๐๏ธ The IAFF is saddened by the passing of former 7th District Vice President Emeritus James "Jim" Hill.
His leadership helped organize more than 50 IAFF Locals across the Pacific Northwest and strengthened our union for generations of members.
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๐ฅ What happens inside the station affects what happens on the call.
Explore how trust, culture, and workplace dynamics shape fire fighter mental health in this Center of Excellence webinar:
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June 18
๐ 12โ1:30 p.m. (ET)
๐ฐ Free
โก๏ธ Register: brnw.ch/21x3hgZ
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๐ The @NIOSH National Firefighter Registry for Cancer just hit 50,000 enrollments!
All U.S. fire fighters โ active, former, or retired, w/ or w/out cancer โ can join. Your participation helps protect future generations of fire fighters.
Sign up today: nfr.cdc.gov
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๐ @PFFG947 members packed City Hall last week to urge elected leaders to strengthen retirement benefits for the city's #firefighters.
Extending the special separation allowance to #firefighters would help recruit and retain personnel & strengthen public safety.
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๐๏ธ On #CancerSurvivorsDay, we honor survivors, those still in the fight, & the caregivers beside them every step of the way.
As cancer remains one of the greatest threats in the fire service, the IAFF will never stop pushing for the protections our members deserve.
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๐ฅ #OnThisDay in #firefighter history in 1889, the Great Seattle #Fire destroyed the entire central business district.
The city responded by establishing @SeattleFire, increasing the number of hydrants, and changing the city's building codes. @Iaff27
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๐๐ช Taking care of yourself is part of staying ready for the next call.
This #MensHealthMonth:
โ๏ธ Get a physical
โ๏ธ Prioritize mental health
โ๏ธ Practice decon
โ๏ธ Build healthy habits
โก๏ธ iaff.org/wellness-fitness
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The #IAFF Media Award winners have been announced! ๐
See who won big in this year's contest. ๐๐
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๐ฅ ๐จ๐ฆ #OnThisDay in #IAFF history, General President W.H. โHowieโ McClennan cut the ribbon to open the @iaffcanada office in Ottawa, ON, in 1969.
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๐ฅ June is off to a strong start for the #IAFF: 366,421 members and growing.
Every new member strengthens our fight for safer workplaces, fair wages, and better protections on the job. ๐ช
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โSPOTS OPEN. MOVE FAST!โ
Join the #IAFF PEP Online series โ three sessions in July.
โข July 14 โ Steward & Officer Essentials
โข July 21 โ Leadership
โข July 28 โ Member Engagement & Messaging
๐ 12:30โ5 p.m. ET
๐ฅ๏ธ Zoom
๐ธ $75
๐ Register: iaff.org/pep-online
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๐ฅAs the threat of wildfires continue to grow, #firefighters need the training and tools to respond safely & protect their communities.
RTI training helps #IAFF members prepare to effectively respond to wildland urban interface fires.
Learn more โก๏ธ iaff.org/wildfire/
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๐๏ธ Fire fighters face elevated cancer risks every day on the job.
This #BrainCancerAwarenessMonth, early recognition, education, and support can make all the difference.
Learn more: brnw.ch/21x2QiI
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International Association of Fire Fighters retweeted
Bobby Kilduff loved being a fire fighter. But more than anything, he loved being a dad.
Today, Frank Siller called his children to say @Tunnel2Towers will pay off their family home and support their education. Iโm grateful for all they do for the families of our nationโs heroes.
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International Association of Fire Fighters retweeted
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Weโre so sorry for your loss, Ed. Our thoughts are with you, Bobbyโs family, and all of the @IAFFofficial family who love him.
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