The International Association of Fire Chiefs

Economic Crisis: 2008 and Beyond

Dec. 18, 2008...The current economic climate challenges nearly every fire/EMS department across the nation and around the world. Chief officers are frequently faced with tough fiscal decisions and should expect that to continue into the foreseeable future. Even the most optimistic financial forecasts warn that the economy could remain weak for years to come. In response to this situation, IAFC President Chief Larry Grorud has formed the IAFC Economic Challenge Task Force to provide assistance... Go to www.iafc.org/economy and download Weathering the Economic Storm: Fiscal Challenges in Fire and Emergency Medical Services (pdf, members-only)

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December 2008 Issue Values, Focus and Collaboration Help Chiefs and the IAFC Thrive in Tough Times Letter from the IAFC President: These are challenging times for fire and emergency service leaders Exciting Changes Coming to On Scene IAFC Foundation Thanks You for Your Support EMC Introduces New Mutual Aid Course: Mutual Aid 201: EMAC for the Fire Service National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center Year-end Review VCOS Symposium in the Sun 2008 Columns and Announcements Near-Miss Reporting: Off the Back Step Was the First Step EMS Section: The Past, the CMO and the Future IAFC Foundation names 2008 Garry L. Briese Scholarship Fund Award winner Safety concerns raised by the firefighting community about high-visibility safety apparel result in a modification to the vest rule Classifieds See the Job Board Archives Read past issues of On Scene		Check out the winning entries in the IAFC's 2nd Annual Photo Contest: www.iafc.org/photoContest