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Calling All Chiefs —Your Expertise is Needed for the Revitalized Mentoring Program! Since its inception in 2009, the Fire Chiefs Association Mentoring Program has provided vital peer support to Chiefs across all 15 fire districts. Built on the vision of experienced leadership guiding those in…

LEXIPOL FIRE PARTY w/ GORDON GRAHAM & FRIENDS  Lexipol is throwing a party during FRI in beautiful Orlando, Florida—and you’re invited!  NOTE: RSVP ASAP BELOW Please seek out our Lexipol Rep. Mark Anderko and introduce yourself WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 13, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PMWHERE:Location: Ole…

Presented by Battalion Chief (Ret.) Bruce BjorgeWinning teams don’t succeed by accident. They follow a clear, well-defined strategy that ensures everyone understands their role, executes it consistently and adapts to challenges. In public safety, just like in sports, success depends on preparation, teamwork, and accountability.…

Document is save in the Just for Chiefs tab in your Member Menu by John M. Collins, P.C. WHEN ARE TRAINING WAGES ALLOWED? When an employee is required to complete training, payment is required for their time. However, this does not mean that such individual…

The Charlton Fire Department is expanding with a newly created position – EMS Officer. Interested parties should apply online at the Town of Charlton Human Resource Department by 5pm on Friday August 1, 2025. Starting salary is $80,000. We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and…

Hello, Massachusetts, Public Safety Communications Stakeholder Agencies: I am forwarding the information below on behalf of the FirstNet Authority to solicit YOUR feedback regarding future coverage investments in Massachusetts. The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) is moving forward on its plans to expand FirstNet, the nationwide…

IAFC & IACP Statement on FirstNet The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) strongly support the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) and its critical role in ensuring reliable, secure communications for public safety professionals. Effective communication…

FCAM would like to inform you that Chief Cuneo and his wife were unfortunately involved in a car accident on Wednesday. Chief Cuneo is a little banged up with some fractures, and his wife has some minor injuries, he will likely be in the hospital…

Applications Closing July 13 Applications are closing Sunday, July 13 for the Fire Department Exchange (FDX) Program in Flagstaff, Arizona, October 6 – 10, 2025. As part of IAFC Wildfire Programs, FDX provides in-person and online exchange platforms for fire departments facing wildland-urban interface (WUI) challenges. The core…

Please contact Chief Ryan directly Chelmsford’s Building Commissioner has requested that the town establish a “Board of Survey” to address unsafe or hazardous structures. In accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 143, Section 8, this Board is responsible for:  Inspecting buildings that are in disrepair…

Lithium-Ion Battery Thermal Event Response Training on:  Tuesday, July 30, 2025  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM  BTM Operations & Maintenance Facility, 67 Downing Parkway, Pittsfield, MA

Please contact Chief Ryan directly Chelmsford’s Building Commissioner has requested that the town establish a “Board of Survey” to address unsafe or hazardous structures. In accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 143, Section 8, this Board is responsible for:  Inspecting buildings that are in disrepair…

Fire Department Honor Guards are welcome, please make sure you also register for tickets. Honor Guards wishing to participate to be on the field for the National Anthem should arrive at the stadium by 3:00 PM. and meet in the cul-de-sac near the ticket window.

Fire Department Honor Guards are welcome, please make sure you also register for tickets. Honor Guards wishing to participate to be on the field for the National Anthem should arrive at the stadium by 3:00 PM. and meet in the cul-de-sac near the ticket window.

The Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards is hosting a webinar titled Seven Items to Improve Facility Safety on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 10:00am. Preregistration is not required.