JUST IN: The comment period for the proposed OSHA Emergency Response Standard has been extended to July 22. Use this as an opportunity to let OSHA know how the standard would impact your department, BEFORE it’s adopted! Some next steps you can take include:
Disclaimer: We have received several requests for a 30,000-foot view of what would be required for an Agency Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to comply with the proposed 1910.156 standard. While this list is not comprehensive, it is our best understanding of what would be required under the standard if adopted, as written, today. Please pay special […]
Instructors Jamie Carlson : Jamie Carlson is a highly accomplished and dedicated individual with a rich history in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Her passion for EMS dates back to her childhood, where she was exposed to the world of emergency care. Even as a young child, Jamie could be found riding in […]
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NSFA Awards Deadline Extension
The NSFA board of directors has decided to extend the application deadline for the 2024 Department of the year, Fire Instructor of the year and EMS Instructor of the year. See the letter below.
May 9, 2024 11:00 AM Pacific On February 5, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published the proposed new Emergency Response Standard, and the public has until June 21 to provide comments. If adopted as is, this proposed standard would bring immense challenges to volunteer departments, and some may even be forced to shut down. […]
Registration is now open for the 89th annual training conference! JUNE 19th – 22nd, 2024Lovelock, NV The Lovelock Volunteer Fire Department is excited to welcome you to the 89th Annual Conference for the Nevada State Firefighter’s Association (NSFA) on June 19 to June 22, 2024 in Lovelock, NV. The Annual Conference is an opportunity for Nevada’s First […]
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Steve Carr, the esteemed past president of the Nevada State Firefighters Association. Steve dedicated his life to serving the community and played a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the association. His leadership, commitment, and passion for firefighting left an […]
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City of Ely Firefighter Recruitment
CITY OF ELY FIRE DEPARTMENT IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE AND FIREFIGHTER AEMT/PARAMEDIC. Applications accepted until position is filled. Testing dates will be appointed after an application is submitted. Applications can be found at City of Ely Employment. Please email all applications to treasurer@cityofelynv.gov. Please call (775) 289-6633 with any questions. Firefighter Trainee Minimum […]
Good evening NSFA members! Fire Shows West is coming up September 18-20th. If you are planning on attending, here are two ways you can lessen the cost. The NSFA has chosen to offer unused stipends from conference to those who would like to attend Fire Shows West. Applications must be turned in by August 8th. […]
On behalf of the NSFA Board we would like to thank Lee Engine Company- Elko Volunteer Fire Department for hosting, and you all for supporting the 88th Annual Conference this last week. We hope you enjoyed yourself in the Elko community, and were able to learn some skills from our amazing instructors that you can […]