Representatives from the Wage and Hour Division will also participate to discuss federal labor requirements. Topics include employer tools for the Family and Medical Leave Act, compliance assistance ...

From June 14-20, Safety Stand Down 2026 will center around the importance of physical fitness for firefighters to handle diverse emergencies effectively. Being a firefighter is physically taxing. It ...

Safety Stand Down 2026 emphasizes the importance of physical fitness for responders, focusing on fundamentals, sustainable strategies and long-term health to reduce injuries and fatalities.

QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), along with four other associations, has announced that the theme for Safety Stand Down 2026 is “Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit ...

The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel. “Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life” has been ...