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Passive Fire Protection Systems
Fire Hero Learning Network

New Training Module: Passive Fire Protection Systems

On the Fire Hero Learning Network, a new module is now available: Passive Fire Protection Systems.
Fundraising News

Join Us in Honoring Our Fallen Heroes at Three Special Events in New York City

This fall, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) invites you to take part in three unforgettable fundraising events benefiting the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation/FDNY Memorial: ...
CRM Manual
Fire Service Programs News

New CRM Manual Empowers Firefighters to Prevent Injuries and Deaths Before They Happen

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), in partnership with the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Safety, Health, and Survival Section (SHS),  fourth edition of ...
John Miclot
Foundation News

Honoring a Legacy of Service: John Miclot to Receive Garry Briese IAFC Safety Performance Award

During FRI 2025, the prestigious Garry Briese IAFC Safety Performance Award was presented posthumously to John Miclot—a passionate leader and advocate for firefighter health and ...
Uncategorized

Advancing Safety Culture: Firefighter Survival Program

As part of NFFF’s mission to promote firefighter survival, Danny Kistner, Director of Fire Service Programs, opened the pre-conference session at Fire-Rescue International (FRI) by ...
Firefighter After Action Review Podcast
Fire Service Programs News

Firefighter After Action Review Podcast: U.S. Highway 71 Fire – Kansas City, Missouri

In this episode of the Firefighter After Action Review Podcast, Kansas City Fire Department leaders—including Chief of Department Ross Grunden, Chief Ted Henry, and Battalion ...
NFFF/FDNY Memorial: Honoring Post 9/11 Heroes
FDNY Memorial

Honoring Their Legacy: A Tribute to FDNY’s Post-9/11 Fallen Firefighters

On October 18, 2025, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), in partnership with the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY), will host ...
Memorial Monday
Memorial Monday

Memorial Monday — The Shamrock Oil McKee Refinery Fire

A BLEVE on July 29, 1956 at Shamrock Oil Company’s McKee Refinery turned a routine fire call into one of the deadliest days in U.S. ...