The Fire Service Scoop: NVFC 2026 Training Summit, Safety Stand Down 2026 and More Fire Service Updates
FDNY bringing in First Due amidst the NERIS compliance, NFPA and NASCAR's partnership renewal and ASP's release of its decontamination cleanser are just a few recent fire service updates.
Check out the rest below.
NVFC 2026 Training Summit Registration Open
- Register for the 2026 NVFC Training Summit in Arlington, VA, for two days of expert-led sessions, networking opportunities and vendor exhibits focused on volunteer emergency services.
ASP Releases Decontamination Cleanser
- ASP introduces Defender Decon, a proprietary, eco-friendly cleanser designed to quickly decompose pepper spray residue.
First Due Integrates with OneDose
- The new integration links OneDose clinical treatment support directly with the First Due ePCR solution, enhancing data accuracy and facilitating safer pre-hospital care.
FDNY Adopts First Due Amidst NERIS Compliance
- By utilizing First Due’s NERIS module, FDNY addresses immediate compliance needs and lays the foundation for future modernization efforts.
'Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life' Official Theme for Safety Stand Down 2026
- The official theme for Safety Stand Down 2026 emphasizes importance of physical fitness for responders, focusing on fundamentals, sustainable strategies and long-term health to reduce injuries and fatalities.
Darley Launches Darley Data Center for First Responders
- The new Darley Data Center offers fire departments a free, powerful tool to analyze response times, call volumes, incident types and more.
NFPA, Joey Gase and NASCAR Team Up for 2026
- In 2026, NFPA renews its partnership with NASCAR, sponsoring races and leveraging the sport's platform to raise awareness about fire safety, codes, and standards.
Cohen Veterans Network Partners with Gary Sinise Foundation to Serve Los Angeles Fire Department
- Marking the one-year anniversary of the Eaton and Palisades Fires, a new partnership brings critical mental health services to LAFD firefighters, EMTs, medics and their family members.
Vector Solutions Releases Training Platform for Volunteer Fire Departments
- Vector Solutions released its TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition, a training platform helps volunteer fire departments meet standards, reduce risk and improve readiness.
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