New York State Professional Fire Fighters Association
Our members proudly serve communities and protect families across new york state.
Our members respond to more than one million calls each year, ranging from structure fires to multi-vehicle accidents and medical emergencies.
Latest Updates
A Message of Remembrance and Renewal on September 11
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On this solemn day, please take a moment to honor the lives of the 343 firefighters who died on September 11, 2001 as well as the hundreds of firefighters who have died from World Trade Center-related illnesses since then. Their heroism must...
A Labor Day Message from NYSPFFA President Sam Fresina
Turning the calendar to September marks a time of transition. As the days grow shorter and the evenings cooler, our schedules, both on the job and at home, shift in intensity. The first Monday in September is a time of reflection and appreciation— when we recognize...
NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10am – Canandaigua, NY
NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10am - Canandaigua, NY. See the below link for all the details. Hope to see you there. NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting
New York State Healthcare Worker Bonus – Deadline for employers to apply is 9/3/22
Below is a link to the NYS Department of Health Guidance on Governor Hochul's recent press release on the NYS Healthcare Worker Bonus. We have inquiries into the DOH regarding certain aspects of the bonus and will pass on any additional information as it becomes...
ABOUT NYSPFFA
The New York Professional Fire Fighters Association (NYSPFFA) represents 18,000 men and women working full-time as members of municipal fire departments across the state. NYSPFFA advocates on behalf of members who serve in 107 local unions, 41 counties and in the boroughs of New York City.
NYSPFFA represents the common interests of professional fire fighters in New York, and works to secure just compensation for their services; equitable settlement of their grievances; reasonable working conditions and to place members on a higher plane of skill and efficiency.
NYSPFFA leads in the creation of instruction and training programs that help improved methods of fire-fighting and –prevention, including workplace health and safety; labor relations; member education and training; community engagement; multi-level communications; best practices and more.
OUR SERVICES
NYSPFFA represents the common interests of professional fire fighters in New York, and works to secure just compensation for their services
The New York State Professional Fire Fighters Association is proud to provide the following services to our members.
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A Message of Remembrance and Renewal on September 11
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On this solemn day, please take a moment to honor the lives of the 343 firefighters who died on September 11, 2001 as well as the hundreds of firefighters who have died from World Trade Center-related illnesses since then. Their heroism must...
A Labor Day Message from NYSPFFA President Sam Fresina
Turning the calendar to September marks a time of transition. As the days grow shorter and the evenings cooler, our schedules, both on the job and at home, shift in intensity. The first Monday in September is a time of reflection and appreciation— when we recognize...
NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10am – Canandaigua, NY
NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10am - Canandaigua, NY. See the below link for all the details. Hope to see you there. NYSPFFA 1st District Meeting
New York State Healthcare Worker Bonus – Deadline for employers to apply is 9/3/22
Below is a link to the NYS Department of Health Guidance on Governor Hochul's recent press release on the NYS Healthcare Worker Bonus. We have inquiries into the DOH regarding certain aspects of the bonus and will pass on any additional information as it becomes...
MONKEYPOX Information
What is it? Monkeypox is a viral infection that causes symptoms similar to those seen in smallpox patients.1 The virus belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus, which also includes the virus that causes smallpox and the Poxviridae family.2 Human monkeypox was first...
Metro-North Professional Fire Fighters (L5325) just won the right to unionize with the IAFF after a 2 year fight with the RR! Contract negotiations to begin soon. Great time to get into a growing job!
Metro-North Professional Fire Fighters (L5325) just won the right to unionize with the IAFF after a 2 year fight with the RR! Contract negotiations to begin soon. Great time to get into a growing job! Metro-North Railroad has announced a new job posting for...
IAFF 1st District PEP Event begins with scholarship presentations from NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Association and the NYSPFFA, welcome message from host local President Vincent Ventresca, Buffalo IAFF Local 282, presentations from IAFF 1st District VP Jim Slevin and IAFF General Secretary Frank Lima.
IAFF 1st District PEP Event begins with scholarship presentations from NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Association and the NYSPFFA, welcome message from host local President Vincent Ventresca, Buffalo IAFF Local 282, presentations from IAFF 1st District VP Jim Slevin and...
United States Sues The Town/Village Of Harrison, New York And Its Fire Department For Discrimination And Sexual Harassment | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
United States Sues The Town/Village Of Harrison, New York And Its Fire Department For Discrimination And Sexual Harassment | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice. See below links for additional information. Complaint (filed 6-8-22)...