Vector Solutions Releases Training Platform for Volunteer Fire Departments

To address the distinctive challenges encountered by volunteer fire departments, Vector Solutions has unveiled the TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition. This is a scaled-down and more cost-effective variant of its reliable TargetSolutions training and learning management platform, tailored specifically for volunteer agencies with 30 or fewer personnel.

About 65% of the fire service in the U.S. comprises volunteer firefighters. However, many volunteer departments struggle to meet staffing and training requirements due to increasingly limited resources. Despite the growing expectations regarding compliance and readiness, time limitations, administrative responsibilities, and constrained budgets hinder the provision of consistent, documented training. Volunteer agencies urgently require training that is standards-aligned and easily accessible, as inadequate or inconsistent training has been associated with a higher risk of injuries, operational mistakes, and compliance issues.

TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition tackles these challenges by providing a simplified and cost-effective solution specifically designed for volunteer agencies. This approach eliminates common training obstacles while maintaining quality, accountability, and adherence to standards.

“Volunteer fire departments are asked to meet the same, if not more demanding, training requirements and readiness as larger agencies, often with far fewer resources,” said Josh Grossman, General Manager of Public Sector at Vector Solutions. “TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition was built to simplify access to essential training while helping volunteer departments stay compliant, prepared, and operationally ready in a format that fits the realities of volunteer service.”

TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition is tailored to the specific requirements of volunteer agencies that work under time and budget constraints. It provides vital firefighter training, tracking, and documentation services without the intricacies or expenses associated with enterprise-level systems.

With this platform, departments can:

• Deliver essential NFPA-aligned fire and safety training anytime, anywhere.
• Track training progress and maintain accurate digital records for compliance and audits.
• Simplify administration with intuitive tools and easy setup.
• Budget confidently with predictable pricing and no per-user fees, setup costs, or maintenance charges.

“Training is foundational to firefighter safety, performance, and retention, especially in volunteer departments,” said Robbi King, a 27-year veteran firefighter, former Chief Officer, and now Director, Public Sector Solutions Engineer at Vector Solutions. “This offering ensures volunteer departments can stay compliant and prepared without adding complexity or cost.”

To learn more about TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition, visit here.

Exclusive Offer for IAFC VCOS Members

As part of its commitment to the volunteer fire service, Vector Solutions is offering members of the International Association of Fire Chiefs Volunteer and Combination Officers Section (IAFC VCOS) a 10 percent discount on TargetSolutions premier platform, along with waived setup fees for new customers.

Vector Solutions is also the ongoing sponsor of the annual IAFC VCOS Training Officer Award, underscoring its long-standing commitment to supporting volunteer and combination departments nationwide.

To explore discounted pricing for IAFC VCOS members, visit here.

About Vector Solutions

Vector Solutions is the leading AI-enabled Performance Platform Powering Safe, Compliant, and Efficient Operations for the world’s most critical industries. Embedded into daily workflows to drive improvements in compliance, safety, performance, and preparedness, our software includes operational and workforce readiness, training management, industry-focused online course libraries, EHS management, workforce scheduling, asset management, evaluation and performance management, and more. With more than 24,000 clients, Vector powers the outcomes that matter most—saving time, ensuring compliance, embedding knowledge, reducing downtime, and safeguarding lives. For more information, visit www.vectorsolutions.com.

About Vector Solutions for Fire and EMS

Vector Solutions for Fire & EMS is the leading Unified Agency Readiness Platform helping fire and EMS agencies save time, streamline operations, improve performance, and achieve measurable outcomes. Our solutions help agencies improve their readiness goals through industry-leading training management systems, online training courses, live skill evaluations, policy management, truck checks and PPE/asset management, shift scheduling, critical incident and exposure tracking, academy automation, and auto-reporting to state standards and training systems. Trusted by more than 10,000 public safety agencies and 2 million first responders, Vector helps departments achieve operational excellence. Learn more at vectorsolutions.com/fire.