IAFF Offers Q-and-A Document on NFPA 1710

The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), in conjunction with the International Association of Fire Chiefs, has developed a document in the Question-and-Answer format pertaining to National Fire Protection Association 1710, Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression, Emergency Medical Operations, and Special Operations to the Public by Career Fire Departments.

The document, which covers topics such as the standard’s purpose, legal implications, and fire service and EMS compliance, is available online at http://daily.iaff.org/images/1710Q&A.pdf. A copy of the document will be mailed to IAFF leaders.

Two Firefighters Hurt While Battling IL Grassfire; One in Serious Condition

Two firefighters were injured Saturday afternoon while battling a grassfire near Chadwick.

PA Tanker Crash Injures Two Firefighters

A tanker from Junction Fire Company crashed Sunday afternoon while responding to a brush fire in Granville Township.