Second Alarm Project

Struggle Well 2-Day Training (In-Person)
2025-10-07 08:00 - 2025-10-08 17:00 UTC | Martin County Fire Rescue, 800 SE Monterey Rd, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
2nd Alarm Project is presenting Struggle Well in partnership with the Boulder Crest Foundation. In this 2-day course, the participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Struggle Well philosophy, and the practices and principles of Posttraumatic Growth.
The class will engage in a range of interactive exercises designed to explore your perspectives on struggle… and the ways in which you can (and have) transformed struggle into strength in your lives, and across your organization. The 2-day training is ideal for peer-support leaders, senior management, supervisory staff, and others with an interest in implementing the Struggle Well philosophy.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-09-30 17:00 | FDLE Conference Center, 921 N Davis St., Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States

Webinar: Zero Suicide Framework for First Responders (Virtual)
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Fl
Webinar Description : Suicide prevention with first responders requires more than good intentions, it takes a plan. The Zero Suicide Framework is a nationally recognized, evidence-informed, system-wide strategy that calls for strong organizational commitment and the integration of prevention practices from leadership through the front lines. This webinar explores how the framework has been adapted… for first responder agencies to strengthen resilience, reduce risk, and embed a culture of safety and support.
Participants will learn the following:
-Each core element of the Zero Suicide Framework and its purpose
-How to adapt and apply these elements specifically in first responder environments
-Actionable strategies for implementing the model
-An operational case study demonstrating how the model was successfully adapted at the statewide level
Join us to explore how the Zero Suicide Framework can transform how first responder agencies address suicide risk and prevention.

Redefining Readiness: Mental Wellness in the Fire Service (Virtual)
2025-08-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Fl
For too long, operational readiness in the fire service has focused solely on skills and fitness. But true preparedness also requires mental resilience. In this powerful session – Lt. Jeff Orrange challenges traditional training models and makes the case for embedding mental wellness into every level of first responder development—from the academy to the field.
Learn practical strategies to build a proactive, resilient culture that values the mind as much as the body. Because peak performance starts with mental strength.

Suicide Contagion in the Fire Service: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action (Virtual)
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Fl
A coordinated and sustained approach is needed to shift norms, improve care access, and strengthen protective factors. Through practical action at all levels, the fire service can move toward a more supportive and responsive system, one where suicide prevention is treated as a priority and recognized as a shared responsibility. Register today for this webinar.
Suicide remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., and the fire service is not immune. When multiple suicides occur in close proximity or time, they may represent a suicide cluster, often linked to contagion—where exposure to one suicide may increase risk for others. While not every exposure leads to elevated risk, certain conditions common in the fire service—such as repeated trauma exposure, strong interpersonal bonds, and high job stress—can increase vulnerability. These risks are further compounded by strained peer or supervisory relationships, limited access to trusted mental health resources, inadequate postvention protocols, and inconsistent messaging following a suicide—all of which can leave firefighters feeling isolated or unsupported during critical moments. Using the CDC’s socio-ecological model, this presentation explores how risk factors at the individual, relational, community, societal, and policy levels intersect to create environments where suicide contagion can occur. Recent suspected suicide clusters in the fire service have highlighted the urgency of this issue. Immediate and long-term strategies—ranging from postvention efforts and resilience training to peer support, leadership engagement, and policy reform—are outlined as essential tools in preventing further loss.
This is a must-attend for fire service leadership, peer teams, clinicians, and anyone committed to protecting firefighter mental health.

Relief for Responders: How an Embedded Mental Health Clinician Can Enhance Behavioral Health Programs (Virtual)
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Fl
Fire service and law enforcement agencies, along with other first responder organizations, increasingly recognize the importance of behavioral health programs to support employee wellness. Embedding a licensed mental health professional within your department is a critical next step in strengthening these programs. With a holistic approach to wellness, licensed mental health professionals bring unique expertise, skills, and abilities that enhance resilience, improve access to care, and support the overall mental health of your personnel.
This session will explore how an embedded clinician can empower agencies—especially within fire and law enforcement services—to proactively manage mental wellness programs, adapt to the evolving demands of the field, and stay informed on the latest developments in behavioral health. Participants will gain practical insight into how clinicians can help tailor wellness initiatives to their agency’s values, mission, and needs, ensuring long-term program success and improved responder well-being.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-24 17:00 | Pasco Safety Town, 15362 Alric Pottberg Road, Shady, FL, 34610
2nd Alarm Project is presenting Struggle Well in partnership with the Boulder Crest Foundation. There is no cost to attend. In this 2-day course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Struggle Well philosophy, and the practices and principles of Posttraumatic Growth. The class will engage in a range of interactive exercises designed to explore your perspectives on struggle, and the ways in which you can (and have) transformed struggle into strength in your lives, and across your organization. The 2-day training is ideal for peer-support leaders, senior management, supervisory staff, and others with an interest in implementing the Struggle Well philosophy.

First Responder K9s: Peer Support in Action (Virtual)
2025-06-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Fl
Description: First responder K9s are specially trained dogs that support police, fire, EMS, and dispatch crews by reducing stress, offering comfort, and improving morale. They assist during critical incidents, debriefings, and community events. On this webinar we will discuss Key Roles for K9’s during deployments and go over Deployment Requirements.
Key Roles:
✔ Emotional support during and after trauma
✔ Help lower stress and anxiety
✔ Support peer teams and outreach efforts
These K9’s are trusted members of their crews—always ready to serve those who serve us.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-06-12 09:00 - 2025-06-13 17:00 | Greater Naples Fire Rescue District, 14575 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL, 34119

IAFF Peer Support Training (Virtual)
2025-06-10 10:00 - 2025-06-12 16:00, 2025-05-06 10:00 - 2025-05-08 16:00, 2025-04-08 10:00 - 2025-04-10 16:00, 2025-03-04 10:00 - 2025-03-06 16:00 | Fl
Peer support training will help participants increase their knowledge and learn the necessary skills to provide support to their peers; educate brothers and sisters about behavioral health issues such as PTSD and resilience; serve as a bridge to behavioral health programs and community resources; and build or enhance their peer support programs.
This two-day in person or three-day virtual training is provided in partnership with organizations whose peer support trainings are recognized under Florida’s State Emergency Response Plan (SERP). Participants will be eligible for mental wellness peer support deployments under the SERP after completion of this training.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-06-02 09:00 - 2025-06-03 17:00 | Chipola College, 3094 Indian Cir, Marianna, FL, 32446

PALS Peer Support Training (In-Person)
2025-05-08 08:30 - 2025-05-09 16:00 | Leon County Sheriff’s Office, 2825 Municipal Way Tallahassee, Tallahassee, FL, 32304
The PALS training is an intensive, evidence-based program designed to equip law enforcement officers with the skills needed to provide effective peer support. This law enforcement-specific Peer Support Training will take place May 8-9 at the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.

IAFF Peer Support Training (In-Person)
2025-05-08 08:00 - 2025-05-09 17:00 | Tallahassee Fire Department Training Center, 2964 Municipal Way, Tallahassee, FL, 32304
After completing the IAFF Peer Support Training, participants will have the necessary knowledge and skills to provide support to their peers; educate brothers and sisters about behavioral health issues such as PTSD and resilience; serve as a bridge to behavioral health programs and community resources; and build or enhance their peer support programs.

On the Front Lines: Understanding the Pressures and Support Systems in Law Enforcement (Virtual)
2025-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Fl
Description: Survey information from a variety of Law enforcement officers on their stressors, support systems, and beliefs about how their agencies can best support them. Reports on innovative programs initiated by agencies to meet the mental health and wellness needs of their members. What officers want their families, communities, and peers to know about them…
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world travel to Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Twenty years later, survivors and supporters began a gathering that has grown to a series of events that take place in Washington DC annually. As we mark this year’s events, we want to focus on the changes and challenges unique to law enforcement officers.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-04-28 09:00 - 2025-04-29 17:00 | 2730 East Silver Springs Blvd, 2730 East Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, 34470

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person) 2nd Alarm Project Summit Pre-Conference
2025-04-14 09:00 - 2025-04-15 17:00 | Aloft Orlando Lake Nona, 7215 Corner Drive, Orlando, FL, 32827
2nd Alarm Project is presenting Struggle Well in partnership with the Boulder Crest Foundation. There is no cost to attend. In this 2-day course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Struggle Well philosophy, and the practices and principles of Posttraumatic Growth. The class will engage in a range of interactive exercises designed to explore your perspectives on struggle, and the ways in which you can (and have) transformed struggle into strength in your lives, and across your organization. The 2-day training is ideal for peer-support leaders, senior management, supervisory staff, and others with an interest in implementing the Struggle Well philosophy.

Please register separately for this course and the 2AP Summit on April 16-17 if planning on attending both. Thank you.

IAFF Peer Support Training (In-Person) 2nd Alarm Project Summit Pre-Conference
2025-04-14 09:00 - 2025-04-15 17:00 | 7215 Corner Dr. Orlando, FL 32827, 7215 Corner Dr., Orlando, FL, 32827

IAFF Peer Support Training (In Person)
2025-04-03 08:00 - 2025-04-04 16:00 | Baker County Fire Rescue, 1190 West MacClenny Ave., MacClenny, FL, 32063

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-04-01 09:00 - 2025-04-02 17:00 | Florida Public Safety Institute, 75 College Drive, Conference Center, Havana, FL, 32333

IAFF Peer Support Training (In-Person)
2025-03-26 09:00 - 2025-03-27 17:00 | 696 NW 30th Ave, 696 NW 30th Ave., Ocala, Florida, 34432

Moral Injury with Wendy Norris (Webinar)
2025-03-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Fl
First responders often face ethical and emotional challenges, known as moral distress and moral injury, when their actions or experiences conflict with core values. This webinar explores the impact of moral injury on well-being, distinguishing it from PTSD, and offers strategies for prevention, healing, and fostering resilience. Participants will gain tools to address guilt, build support, and promote recovery within emergency services communities.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-03-24 09:00 - 2025-03-25 17:00 | Manatee County Public Safety Center, 2101 47th Terrace East, Bradenton, Fl, 34203

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-03-20 09:00 - 2025-03-21 17:00 | Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, 3700 South Hwy 27, Clermont, FL, 34711

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-03-10 09:00 - 2025-03-11 17:00 | Wakulla County Fire Rescue, 318 Trice Lane, Crawfordville, FL, 32327

Creating and Maintaining Psychologically Safe Workplaces in First Responder Agencies (Webinar)
2025-03-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Fl
Join us for an essential webinar focused on creating mentally healthy, resilient work environments for first responders. Learn strategies to foster psychological safety, reduce mental health stigma, and support well-being through trust and open communication. Discover actionable steps to build a supportive workplace where team members can thrive under pressure.

The Science, Benefits, and Emotional Support of K9s in the First Responder Field (Webinar)
2025-03-06 13:00 - 14:30 | Fl
Join us for an exciting webinar exploring the incredible roles K9s play in the world of first responders. Discover their unmatched abilities, from the science of scent detection to search and rescue, situational awareness, and more. Learn how these amazing animals foster resilience, reduce stress for handlers and teams, and make a profound operational impact by enhancing safety, efficiency, and morale in high-pressure environments.

Struggle Well 2-day Training (In-Person)
2025-02-25 09:00 - 2025-02-26 17:00 | Iona McGregor FD Station 74, 6061 South Pointe Blvd, Fort Myers, Fl, 33919
