VFIS of Oklahoma Firefighter and EMS

06/12/2026

👨‍🚒Most firefighters believe that rest between calls resets the body, but the research shows that isn’t quite the case.
Every multi-call shift hits you across three overlapping stress categories at once—physiological fatigue, neuroendocrine disruption, and sleep deprivation. Here’s what you can do about it: 👇
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06/11/2026

“As firefighters, we’re trained for nearly every scenario imaginable: structure fires, hazmat responses, medical emergencies, vehicle extrications, public safety events, and more. But in today’s environment, technical expertise and tactical command are only part of the equation. Officers who rise and make a lasting impact are those who are adept at critical thinking.”
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06/09/2026

Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Improvement (QI) are essential processes for EMS teams to help ensure that your medical care is safe and effective. 🚑 Here are a few tips to help you develop an effective program: ⬇
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06/08/2026

🚒Success in the fire service is directly linked to how quickly and effectively you assemble your team. Understanding and improving your “assembly time” is critical to operational success. Learn how: ⬇
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06/05/2026

There are roughly 12 million people in the US with PTSD, but many of them don’t get the help they need. It’s PTSD Awareness Month—making it a great time to talk with your team about how to recognize the signs of PTSD, how you can support each other, and how treatments can help reduce symptoms.
Learn how you can get involved and spread the word:
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06/04/2026

🤝Break the stigma attached to peer support—build trust with your team members and step up when something seems off. 👨‍🚒Peer support teams must foster relationships with their fellow firefighters so that when someone is struggling, they feel comfortable enough to ask for help—without feeling like they’re being interrogated: ⬇
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06/03/2026

🔥Nationally, almost 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by humans—meaning that we can come together to help prevent them.
Learn how you can educate your community about the dangers of wildfires and what they can do to help prevent them: ⬇
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06/02/2026

Network Security: The importance of reducing Vulnerabilities

Because third-party software is so central to operations, it’s important to regularly verify the network security practices of the vendors behind them.

06/01/2026

👨‍🚒2026 Firefighter Safety Stand Down is coming up, so make sure you have everything you need to participate—download resources, prepare trainings, and plan your weekly activities.
Learn how you can participate in this year’s theme, Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life: ⬇
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Safety Stand Down 2026 takes place June 14-20, focusing on the theme Firefighter Fitness: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life. Use these planning materials to prepare your department for a successful week, with daily focus topics, activity ideas, events, and training opportunities.

05/29/2026

🌞When the warm weather returns, so do motorcyclists.
This Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, help raise awareness in your community on ways for everyone to stay safe on the road. By raising motorists’ awareness, both drivers and riders will be safer sharing the road.
Consider sharing these tips to help everyone get to their destination safely: ⬇
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