Tennessee Firemen's Association

08/31/2026

🚨 PRAYERS FOR OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS AT SAMBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT 🚨

Our thoughts and prayers are with the men and women of Samburg Fire Department following a tanker rollover accident today while responding to a fire in Obion County.

A tanker apparatus was lost in the accident, and at least one firefighter was injured and airlifted for medical treatment. We are praying for a full and speedy recovery for that firefighter and for everyone involved.

From all of us at Obion Fire Department, we stand with our brothers and sisters at Samburg Fire.

Prayers for the injured firefighter, their family, and the entire Samburg Fire Department.

08/26/2026

Rutherford County Fire Rescue is looking for a Firefighter II to add to the team. More details are available at https://rutherfordcountytn.mysmarthire.com/jobs/32589.

08/26/2026

If you are attending our conference in two weeks, we’re asking everyone to bring 10 non-perishable items of food. The Tennessee Firemen’s Association Ladies Auxiliary are doing a food drive. It will all be donated to be used in Marion County, Tennessee, where our conference is being held. Thank you so much for your support.

08/25/2026

Today, the Tennessee Fire Service joins people across our great state and around the world in mourning the passing of Dolly Parton.

Dolly was more than a legendary entertainer and one of Tennessee’s greatest ambassadors. She was a woman with a heart as big as the Smoky Mountains she called home. She never forgot where she came from, and she never forgot the people who stepped up when their neighbors needed help.

Her support for Tennessee firefighters and first responders was a true reflection of who she was. During the devastating 2016 wildfires in the Smoky Mountains, Dolly and her Dollywood family stood beside our firefighters, first responders, and the families affected by the tragedy. She opened her doors, provided support, and raised millions to help Tennessee families rebuild their lives.

To the men and women of the Tennessee fire service, Dolly was a friend and a supporter. She understood the courage it takes to run toward danger while others are running away.

Her music will continue to echo through the hills of Tennessee, but her kindness, generosity, compassion, and love for her people will be her greatest legacy.

You will always be loved.
You will always be remembered.
And Tennessee will always be proud to call you one of our own.

🙏 Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parton family, the Dollywood family, and everyone who loved this extraordinary Tennessee treasure.

— Tennessee Firemen’s Association

08/24/2026

This FREE class is tomorrow from 8-12. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO REGISTER. Just show up.

We’re excited to share information about an upcoming FREE 4-hour professional development course — “Preparing for Tennessee’s Next Code Adoption: NEC Updates, Adoption Process, and Impacts.”

The course will be held August 25, 2026, from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Tennessee IPS Training Center in Nashville and is approved for CEUs for Electrical, Building, Fire, and Mechanical professionals.
Please help us spread the word! We encourage associations, organizations, agencies, departments, and industry partners to share this announcement and flyer with your members, colleagues, and professional networks.

Our goal is simple: Get informed. Get involved. Be prepared for what’s next.

08/22/2026

Pumper Hydraulics Course Scholarship

The Upper Cumberland Regional Council of Fire Chiefs is excited to offer a scholarship opportunity for five members to attend the Pumper Hydraulics course during the 2026 Upper Cumberland Fire & Rescue Expo.

This course is designed to enhance your understanding of fire service hydraulic calculations, which are essential to the safe and effective operation of fire department pumpers.
Course Details

Dates: August 29–30, 2026
Location: Cookeville, Tennessee — during the Upper Cumberland Fire & Rescue Expo
Course Focus: Fire service hydraulics theory, formulas, calculations, and practical exercises
Prerequisite: Introduction to Fire Department Pumpers
Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old

This is a fantastic opportunity to attend a comprehensive training course free of charge and spend a weekend gaining valuable knowledge and practical skills that can benefit you and your department.

Only five scholarships are available, and they will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

To reserve your scholarship, contact us as soon as possible:

Chief Parker: 615-517-2631
Chief White: 931-260-5903
Email: [email protected]

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your firefighting knowledge and skills!

08/22/2026

Applications are open! The link is below along with all the information you will need.

https://cogselfserve2023.gallatin-tn.gov/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

08/22/2026

Fire Chief - Nolensville, TN

The Town of Nolensville is seeking a dedicated and experienced Fire Chief to lead our growing fire department! If you’re passionate about public safety, team leadership, and serving your community with integrity and professionalism, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.Interested ...

08/21/2026

TBI Hosting Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation Course

TBI is hosting a three-day Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation class in Nashville. The course is a comprehensive program designed to equip fire investigators with the essential knowledge and skills needed to assess and evaluate electrical components and systems as potential fire causes. This training utilizes current best practices, standards, and methodologies to support accurate origin and cause determinations in incidents where electricity may have played a role.

Clink on the registration link for more details and to register for the course.

Registration Link: https://www.firearson.com/training/classes/electrical-aspects-of-fire-investigation/electrical-aspects-of-fire-investigation-113-526-tn/

Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation
Presented by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI)
November 3-5, 2026
Location: 901 RS Gass Blvd,
Nashville, TN 37216
Class Time: Begins daily at 8:00 AM

TBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jeff Moseley
Middle Criminal Investigation Division
Fire Investigation Unit
Accelerant Detection K9 Handler
901 R.S. Gass Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37216
615-744-4000 – Main
615-524-1774 – Cell

Course Overview: The Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation course is a comprehensive program designed to equip fire investigators with the essential knowledge and skills needed to assess and evaluate electrical components and systems as potential fire causes. This training utilizes current best p...

08/19/2026

We’re excited to share information about an upcoming FREE 4-hour professional development course — “Preparing for Tennessee’s Next Code Adoption: NEC Updates, Adoption Process, and Impacts.”

The course will be held August 25, 2026, from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Tennessee IPS Training Center in Nashville and is approved for CEUs for Electrical, Building, Fire, and Mechanical professionals.

Please help us spread the word! We encourage associations, organizations, agencies, departments, and industry partners to share this announcement and flyer with your members, colleagues, and professional networks.

Our goal is simple: Get informed. Get involved. Be prepared for what’s next.

There is no cost to attend, but we ask participants to let us know they are coming so we can adequately prepare.

To register:
Gary West
[email protected]
865-803-8181

Please share — someone in your network may benefit from being part of this important conversation about Tennessee’s future code adoption.