U.S. Fire Administration

As NERIS rolls out nationwide this year, the Pierre Rural Volunteer Fire Department has made history by submitting our platform’s first live incident report—a potential wildland fire on a local farm. As an early tester, they’ve already logged multiple incidents in 2025, noting the user-friendly interface and thorough data capture. By improving reporting efficiency and delivering richer insights, NERIS will help protect communities and save lives across America. Read more about Pierre Rural VFD's experience here: https://lnkd.in/gmwhubCZ

The National Fire Academy has vacancies for the following resident courses at the NETC campus in Emmitsburg, MD. R0243 Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Command (May 11-16) R0263 Commercial Fire Sprinkler System Plans Review (June 2-6) R0308 Command and Control of Fire Department Operations at Natural and Man-Made Disasters (June 2-13) R0264 Plans Review of Fire Alarm Systems (June 8-12) R0147 Emergency Medical Services: Incident Operations (June 22-27) R0378 Demonstrating Your Community Risk Reduction Program's Worth (June 22-27) Please apply at https://lnkd.in/dKGCvpF If you need help completing your application, don't hesitate to contact our Admissions office Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. EST at 800-238-3358, ext. 1035, or by email at netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov.

NERIS will be hosting a four-hour workshop at FDIC International on April 7! The session will be led by Fire Safety Research Institute Director of Research Craig Weinschenk. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop and sharing more about onboarding your department and using the NERIS system. Register today: https://lnkd.in/ek9bmE9x

The National #PreparednessLevel has increased to a 2 (PL2) as of today, 03/04/2025, at 7:30 (MST). This is due to a significant increase in wildfire activity in multiple geographic areas, coupled with the potential for additional emerging wildfires this week. There has also been an increase in committed resources to ongoing incidents across the country. Since February 28, 59 new large fires were reported, with the majority in the Southern Area and the rest in the Rocky Mountain and Eastern Areas. 100% containment has already been achieved on 21 of these fires.  🔥 More NFN: https://lnkd.in/gTj5mZB #NationalFireNews 📸 Photo courtesy of South Carolina National Guard. South Carolina National Guard UH-60 Blackhawk teams are supporting wildfire suppression.

The National Fire Academy has added an August 10-15 offering for its R0629 Youth Firesetting Prevention and Intervention resident course, which is held at the NETC campus in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The application period for this offering will open on March 15. This comprehensive 6-day course focuses on how identification, intake, screening, disposition and follow-up are used to mitigate youth firesetting behavior. Course content includes understanding the motivations behind youth firesetting and how the impact of adverse childhood experiences and behavioral/mental health challenges can influence firesetting behaviors. Practical experience interviewing at-risk youth and developing case narrative is included. Students representing the fire service are encouraged to partner with other agencies for this training. Partners can include but are not limited to fire investigators, law enforcement, mental health, social services, juvenile justice or other stakeholders who can assist in building and maintaining programs in their communities. More information and a link to apply: https://lnkd.in/eSKpaYbt

The National Fire Academy has vacancies in the R0763 New Executive Chief Officer resident course, which will be held at the NETC campus in Emmitsburg, Maryland, from April 6 to 11, May 11 to 16, and June 15 to 20. This 6-day course is designed to develop the managerial, administrative, and leadership skills necessary for the first-time executive chief officer and chief officers who desire a leadership position in their agency. This course addresses leadership and management, politics and the role of an executive chief officer, planning, liability and risk management, financial management and capital asset planning, human resources management and collaboration, cooperation and community engagement. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/eUwpYj2G

The data collected and analyzed in NERIS will provide insights into emerging hazards and trends, from lithium-ion battery fires to extreme weather. By collecting and sharing data, NERIS will offer a more unified view on the local, state, and national level. Check out the NERIS data dictionary to see what the new platform tracks: https://lnkd.in/gt5seQ6n Picture Courtesy of Broward County Sheriff’s Office

We are excited to announce an addition to our Sesame Street Fire Safety Program for Preschool Children! Sesame Street Wildfires: Color and Learn (English & Spanish). Talking with children about wildfires can be difficult and may bring up big feelings and questions. Our new activity book uses child-friendly messages and activities to help children remember the 3 Ps to PREVENT, PREPARE for, and PROTECT against wildfires. https://lnkd.in/g24QPair

Contract instructors wanted! The U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Academy (NFA) is always looking for contract instructor candidates with a passion to further the professional development of the fire and emergency medical services and allied professions. Offering some of the best courses in the nation, the NFA adheres to high instructional standards. https://lnkd.in/ee5ZKxwS

Join us to learn how the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) is already impacting the front lines. Hosted by the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI)—part of UL Research Institutes—in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA), this webinar will explore the path to nationwide NERIS adoption, including the critical steps departments must take before the sunsetting of the legacy system. Stick around for a live Q&A featuring questions from company officers in the field. Get Practical Guidance – See how NERIS streamlines daily operations and data entry. Transition Roadmap – Learn about the milestones and how to stay on track for 2026. Straightforward Q&A – Expect candid answers, no fluff. New Resources – Access onboarding materials and other tools for your team.