NVFC Webinar - Beyond the Hydrant: The Untapped Urgency of Pipeline Emergency Response Training

Pipelines run through thousands of U.S. communities, yet many volunteer fire departments are not adequately trained on how to respond should a pipeline incident occur. Join the NVFC for this webinar to learn the critical reasons why comprehensive pipeline emergency response training is essential for every responder. We'll explore the unique risks and challenges associated with pipeline incidents, why traditional training isn't effective, and how proper training and access to information are critical factors in ensuring responder and public safety. This webinar is sponsored by Buxus.

David Bullard

David is a 22 year member of the fire service and currently serves as a Lieutenant and coassigned to the Training Division with the Columbia County Fire Rescue (Ga.) and a part time Firefighter with Grovetown (Ga) DPS. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgia State Firefighter's Association, National Volunteer Fire Council State Director, Georgia Pipeline Emergency Response Initiave Board of Directors, NFPA’s Working Group on Flammable Refrigerants, Alternate to NFPA 1021 and 1056 Committees, and was Secretary of IFSTA's Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator 3rd Edition Curriculum Committee, contributor to the “Training Officer’s Desk Reference”, and is a Safety and Health coordinator with HEPACO LLC. As an active instructor for the Georgia Fire Academy with Firefighter Basics, David is constantly engaged with teaching live fire, leadership, HAZMAT, and Firefighter Survival/RIT classes.

John Holtan

Director of Responder Liaison Services & Outreach

Buxus

John Holtan is the Director of Responder Liaison Services & Outreach at Buxus, with extensive experience in hazardous materials training and emergency response. John has over 20 years of experience in training, curriculum development, and industrial safety. His expertise includes developing courses for energy-related fields and specializing in air monitoring training and tactics. John’s contributions to safety training have been recognized by NIOSH, and he is dedicated to improving responder safety through innovative training solutions and technologies.

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Webinar - Beyond the Hydrant: The Untapped Urgency of Pipeline Emergency Response Training

Recorded 09/30/2025 | 60 minutes

Recorded 09/30/2025 | 60 minutes Pipelines run through thousands of U.S. communities, yet many volunteer fire departments are not adequately trained on how to respond should a pipeline incident occur. Join the NVFC for this webinar to learn the critical reasons why comprehensive pipeline emergency response training is essential for every responder. We'll explore the unique risks and challenges associated with pipeline incidents, why traditional training isn't effective, and how proper training and access to information are critical factors in ensuring responder and public safety. This webinar is sponsored by Buxus.