CIRMA Solutions for Fire and Rescue Personnel
Protecting those who protect our communities.
Tailored training and education
CIRMA helps Connecticut’s fire and rescue personnel continue to be the best at what they do through tailored risk management services and customized training and education programs—all at no additional cost to CIRMA-member employees and volunteers.
Our new e-Learning programs offer the latest education and insights on existing and emerging issues to help prepare our local heroes to face the challenges of a changing world. CIRMA members enjoy access to robust and relevant eLearning courses delivered through our partnership with Vector Solutions, an award-winning training management system.
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Get StartedEnterprise Risk Assessments for Fire Department Facilities
CIRMA Risk Management self-assessments help members identify loss exposures and risk drivers in specific municipal operations and track recommendations from a CIRMA Comprehensive Enterprise Risk Assessment. CIRMA’s Risk Management professionals will work closely with you to review self-assessments and examine alternative risk management techniques for managing your identified risk exposures.
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Fire and Rescue Personnel Accident Insurance
This valuable insurance program is available through our partnership with The Hartford Fire Insurance Company. Coverage is uniquely suited to provide fire and rescue (EMT) personnel the protection they need if they experience an accident while performing their duties. This highly- specialized insurance solution delivers the financial protection and peace of mind our local community heroes deserve.
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Personal Protective Equipment for Public Entity Employees
Proper use of personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is crucial for accident prevention in the municipal workplace. PPE can safeguard employees from potential risks, ensure their well-being,…
Heat Stress and Heat Stroke
Anyone performing physical or athletic activities on hot or humid summer days is at risk for heat-related illnesses. Those likely to be in danger…
Bee Safe
Bee and wasp stings are a common summer nuisance that can turn deadly if the victim develops a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Public Health…
Preventing Sprains & Strains
Sprain and strain injuries are the most common and costly workplace injuries. Employees can injure their knee, shoulder, wrist, or back while performing everyday…
Social and Emotional Awareness
Failure to cultivate a workplace culture that advocates for mental health can subject employers to legal risks, including claims of workplace violence or failure…
Work Zone Safety Works
It’s everyone’s collective responsibility to ensure safety in work zones. Road workers rely on their communities to keep them safe at work. CIRMA provides…
Social Engineering: The Art of Human Manipulation
Social engineering attacks are one of the most common ways they exploit human instincts and uses psychological manipulation instead of exploiting technical vulnerabilities and…
Still Using Weak Passwords? Do This Instead.
Passwords have long been firmly established as the weakest link in an organization’s cybersecurity. Here’s what you can do to avoid this significant yet…
Whitepaper: Create a Home Work Environment that Works for You
Creating a home workspace does not require extraordinary upgrades to your home or even purchasing fancy office equipment. Setting up a workspace with basic…
Wellness at Work
The adoption of workplace social and emotional health programs skyrocketed over the past two years due to heightened visibility during the pandemic when remote…
Preventing Tick-borne Disease Exposure
In Connecticut, occupational exposure to tick-borne diseases is a recognized hazard. Outdoor workers must protect themselves in the spring, summer, and fall when ticks…
Water You Waiting For?
Claims involving dehydration and heat exhaustion can be costly—Connecticut municipalities experienced over $150 million in related medical expense losses alone over the past five…