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
In Observance of Veterans Day 2025
November 11 in the U.S. is designated as a day of appreciation for those who served in the uniformed armed forces. Originally, the 11th day of the 11th month was recognized as the end of World War I – Armistice Day. This observance began in 1918. In 1954, the...
WRGB Albany: Latham firefighters urge 24/7 staffing amid safety concerns
Watch the full story on WRGB Albany Ch 6 News "They have families. They have commitments," Leonardo said, emphasizing the need for dedicated night coverage. In 2024, 125 out of over 1,000 evening and overnight calls were "scratched," according to the union....
IAFF 1st District PEP / NYSPFFA Health and Safety Conference begins today in Syracuse, NY
Members from New York and New Jersey, the 1st District of the IAFF, gathered in Syracuse NY for its IAFF 1st District PEP / NYSPFFA Health and Safety Conference. Presentations were given by General President of the IAFF Ed Kelly, General Secretary Treasurer Frank...
New Yorkers Honor Fallen Fire Fighters
“For many, their arrival on the scene of a fire, accident or hazardous spill exposed them to unseen and unknown peril.” Fire fighters from across the state gathered in Albany today to honor the lives of 126 New Yorkers whose names will be added to the Fallen Fire...
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 110 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 improve 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
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LATEST NEWS
In Observance of Veterans Day 2025
November 11 in the U.S. is designated as a day of appreciation for those who served in the uniformed armed forces. Originally, the 11th day of the 11th month was recognized as the end of World War I – Armistice Day. This observance began in 1918. In 1954, the...
WRGB Albany: Latham firefighters urge 24/7 staffing amid safety concerns
Watch the full story on WRGB Albany Ch 6 News "They have families. They have commitments," Leonardo said, emphasizing the need for dedicated night coverage. In 2024, 125 out of over 1,000 evening and overnight calls were "scratched," according to the union....
IAFF 1st District PEP / NYSPFFA Health and Safety Conference begins today in Syracuse, NY
Members from New York and New Jersey, the 1st District of the IAFF, gathered in Syracuse NY for its IAFF 1st District PEP / NYSPFFA Health and Safety Conference. Presentations were given by General President of the IAFF Ed Kelly, General Secretary Treasurer Frank...
New Yorkers Honor Fallen Fire Fighters
“For many, their arrival on the scene of a fire, accident or hazardous spill exposed them to unseen and unknown peril.” Fire fighters from across the state gathered in Albany today to honor the lives of 126 New Yorkers whose names will be added to the Fallen Fire...