The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is conducting a survey to understand the factors influencing volunteer firefighter and EMS provider retention.
The survey is open to current and former volunteers and leaders in volunteer or combination fire departments, particularly those who served within the past five years.
The NVFC aims to gather insights to develop future retention initiatives.
As reported by the NVFC, the survey, which takes approximately ten minutes to complete, is crucial for shaping strategies that could improve volunteer retention rates.
Participants can contribute their experiences and opinions by filling out the survey by August 5.
The retention survey seeks to identify the reasons behind volunteers staying in or leaving the fire service.
The NVFC acknowledges that retaining volunteers is essential for maintaining effective fire and emergency medical services across the country.
By analyzing the survey data, the NVFC plans to address common challenges faced by volunteers.
This initiative reflects the council’s commitment to supporting volunteer fire departments and ensuring they have the necessary resources and personnel to operate efficiently.
The survey is designed to be user-friendly and confidential.
It aims to cover various aspects of volunteer service, including satisfaction, support, and challenges.
The NVFC emphasizes that feedback from all eligible participants is valuable for a comprehensive understanding of the current retention landscape.
Volunteers and leaders can access the survey through the NVFC website or directly via the provided link.
The NVFC encourages widespread participation to gather diverse perspectives and experiences from across the volunteer fire service community.
