Vehicle Operations Guide
Resources to help first responders stay safe on and along the roadways.
Driver & Operator Requirements
4 Things to know about your ESO's drivers and operators.
Pumping the Brakes on POV Response
Most volunteer fire departments rely heavily on POVs, but there are inherent risks you should know.
10 Underdiscussed Risks
We asked 10 members of our team to share 1 underdiscussed auto risk.
The True Cost of Vehicle Crashes
Lives lost. Millions of dollars in damages. Up to four-year production delays in apparatus.Risks to Watch
Rollovers
All emergency vehicles are susceptible to rollovers, but tankers, pumper tankers, aerials, and ambulances are particularly vulnerable.
Intersections
Intersections are the locations responsible for the largest percentage of major accidents involving emergency vehicles.
Fixed Object Strikes
Backing into the station, parked vehicles, poles, and other fixed objects are some of the most common types of vehicle incidents.
Animal Strikes
It may surprise you that animal strikes are our clients’ fourth-highest auto cause of loss by frequency.
Speed
Simply slowing down, following best practices, and adhering to traffic laws can help you greatly reduce your risks.
Scene Safety
Too many first responders are struck and killed along the roadways—making practices and policies for traffic management vital.
VFIS Client Benefits
VFIS University
Online education & training courses available 24/7Resource Portal
Educational materials, podcast episodes, & moreIn-Person Training
Including our gold-standard Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT)More Safety Solutions
Additional resources to help you stay safe and address your auto-related risks.
Your VFIS Team
Meet the Risk Control & Education Team dedicated to serving you.
Don't Risk It! Podcast
100+ meaningful conversations addressing driving and more.