Resources for Union Families
Tools, Training, and Support for America’s Firefighters
Safety & Training Resources
Health & Safety Guidelines
Up-to-date standards for cancer prevention, decontamination, PPE care, SCBA maintenance, and occupational health best practices.
Certifications & Continuing Education
Information and links for:
Firefighter I & II
EMT & Paramedic recertification
Hazmat Awareness & Ops
NIMS / ICS
Technical Rescue
Wildland Firefighter certifications
Training Materials
Downloadable study guides, drill sheets, scenario templates, after-action review forms, and training calendars.
JATC / Fire Academy Programs
Pathways for new recruits and career advancement, including apprenticeship programs, officer-development tracks, and specialized rescue courses.
Member Resources
Contracts & Agreements
Access your collective bargaining agreement, wage schedules, staffing provisions, and departmental MOUs.
Policies & SOPs
Find operational procedures for station safety, equipment use, EMS protocols, hazmat response, and incident command.
Forms & Requests
Submit common requests online, including:
Time-off and shift-trade forms
Injury and exposure reports
Training requests
Station equipment needs
Member information updates (via Member Portal)
Member Portal Login
Update contact information, review certifications, view dues status, submit support tickets, and access digital union services.
Wellness & Support
Behavioral Health & Peer Support
Confidential resources to support mental health, stress, PTSD, grief, and critical incident recovery. Includes peer-support contacts and external counseling options.
Cancer Prevention Resources
Guidelines for decon, PPE handling, screenings, and early-detection programs created specifically for firefighters.
Fitness & Nutrition Programs
Training guides designed for fireground performance—strength, mobility, cardio, and tactical conditioning.
Family Support
Information for spouses, partners, and families on benefits, assistance programs, survivor resources, and childcare relief during long deployments.
Benefits & Retirement
Insurance & Coverage
Overview of health plans, dental/vision benefits, workers’ comp, and disability coverage for job-related injuries or exposures.
Pension & Retirement Information
Access pension forms, retirement calculators, and planning resources for career firefighters transitioning to retirement.
Paid Leave Programs
Details on sick leave, FMLA, military leave, bereavement, and job-protected family support programs.