NEW PROCESS FOR VIRGINIA OFFICE OF EMS FINGERPRINT-BASED BACKGROUND CHECKS – DEADLINE TO UTILIZE NEW PROCESS IS JANUARY 1, 2020

  For additional information about this process, please visit the OEMS web site at: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services/2019/12/02/new-process-for-virginia-office-of-ems-finger-print-based-background-checks-deadline-to-utilize-new-process-is-january-1-2020/ http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services/regulations-compliance/criminal-history-record/ Some individuals have expressed concern that the location of the Fieldprint offices are not…

Governor’s Fire Service Awards

Due to unforeseen website difficulties, the due date for Governor’s Fire Service Awards nominations has been extended until 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 16, 2019. The nomination applications are available on…

Governors Fire Service Awards

GOVERNORS FIRE SERVICE AWARDS The Virginia Department of Fire Programs, in conjunction with the Virginia Fire Services Board, is seeking nominations for the 2019 Governor’s Fire Service Awards, which honors…

What’s in your Stocking?

Here’s a Great Holiday Gift for Members of the Fire Service The Congressional Fire Service Institute for the 3rd consecutive year is offering exclusive fire service ornament that will grace every…

Webinar on Holiday Stress

The holidays can be especially stressful for first responders and their families. Join the NVFC and Ali Rothrock for a free webinar on 11/19 titled “The Holidays and First Responders…