International Fire Fighter and EMS Safety Stand Down


Jems.com Staff | | Tuesday, June 26, 2007


The IAFC, the International Association of Fire Fighters and the IAFC Volunteer and Combination Officers Section are pleased to sponsor the third International Fire Fighter and EMS Safety Stand Down.

Departments across the United States and Canada, as well as internationally, are preparing for the Stand Down (June 17-23, 2007) by planning schedules and discussing questions and concerns that department members may have.

This year s theme is Ready to Respond.

  • Focusing on proper training, preparation and equipage before a call
  • Promoting the idea that all members can respond to, work and return home safely from the emergency they are called to mitigate

JEMS compiled it's most recent training, safety and response readiness articles, read them HERE.




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