Sponsors and Partners

Formed in 2009, the AIHA Guideline Foundation oversees two program areas: (1) development of community exposure guidelines for chemical agents (also known as Emergency Response Planning Guidelines) and (2) oversight of AIHA's involvement in consensus-based standards development. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the AIHA Guideline Foundation may also conduct research intended to educate the public.

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents companies in the chemistry industry. Its mission is to deliver value through advocacy, member engagement, communications, and research. ACC fosters progress in the economy, environment, and society. Each year, the industry invests millions to help ensure products are safe for communities and the environment. ACC also focuses on accident prevention and educating the public on safe product use.

American Petroleum Institute is a trade association representing all facets of the natural gas and oil industry. API was formed in 1919 as a standards-setting organization, whose mission is to promote safety across the industry globally and to influence public policy in support of a strong, viable U.S. oil and natural gas industry.

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) is the leading policy, research, and technology organization for the U.S. freight rail industry. AAR advocates for policies that support the industry's safety and productivity. It sets standards for North America's 140,000-mile rail network, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Through subsidiaries TTCI and Railinc, AAR also drives research to enhance safety, security, and efficiency in the railroad sector.

The Center for Liquefied Natural Gas advocates for public policies that advance the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and its export. A committee within the Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA), CLNG represents the full LNG value chain, including LNG producers, shippers, terminal operators, and developers. CLNG provides its stakeholders with unique insight into the ways in which the vast potential of this abundant, clean, and versatile resource can be fully and safely realized.

CHEMTREC® provides 24/7 call center support during hazardous materials incidents, connecting emergency responders with manufacturers, shippers, carriers, and government agencies. Equipped to handle any situation or class of hazardous material, CHEMTREC’s trained specialists offer essential information for safe incident management, including guidebooks, training, and resources. CHEMTREC’s services are complimentary for emergency responders.

The Industrial Steel Drum Institute is a North American nonprofit trade group representing steel drum manufacturers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Its mission is to support member interests through advocacy, research, education, and information sharing. ISDI promotes regulatory and operational benefits through collaboration, helping members achieve results that would be difficult to attain individually.

The Renewable Fuels Association is the leading trade association for America’s ethanol industry, driving growth in sustainable renewable fuels and bioproducts for a better future.  Our vision is to help the world by unlocking the power of renewable fuels and bioproducts. One of RFA’s mission is ensuring the safety of emergency responders, ethanol industry employees, and the communities in which ethanol is produced, transported, and used.

The Chlorine Institute (CI), founded in 1924, is a non-profit trade association representing 200 companies involved in the safe production, distribution, and use of chlorine and related chemicals. CI promotes safety through educational outreach, including free hands-on and virtual emergency response training events in partnership with TRANSCAER. Its CHLOREP mutual aid program provides rapid expert support and emergency deployment across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for chlorine-related incidents. With over 90 response teams and 14 verified contractors, CI ensures swift, informed action to protect public health and the environment. 

The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) represents the U.S. fertilizer industry, covering all parts of the supply chain. Based in Washington, D.C., TFI supports members through advocacy, education, and communications. Its members produce and distribute essential crop nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to enrich soils and boost food, fiber, and fuel production. Fertilizer supports half the world’s food supply and is vital to feeding a population expected to exceed 9.5 billion by 2050.

The Sulphur Institute is a non-profit trade association with members that transport sulphuric acid and molten Sulphur via tank car and tank truck throughout North America. Combined, acid and Sulphur are the fourth largest rail tank car movement by volume in North America. One of their key value drivers is training and education for the industry and that includes how to plan for and react to emergency response.

UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights advances research, education, and communication on environmental exposures from technologies and practices and their impact on human health. As a nonprofit, it provides data and resources to help manufacturers, educators, healthcare providers, and consumers make informed decisions and implement risk reduction strategies to protect human health and promote safer environments.

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides invaluable resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation.

The North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD) is a national organization of fire training leaders from North America. NAFTD serves as a key point of contact for state, provincial, territorial, and federal agencies, promoting best practices in fire training, education, and research. Each year, NAFTD members provide training to over one million career and volunteer fire service personnel in the U.S. and Canada.

The International Association of Fire Chiefs represents the leadership of firefighters and emergency responders worldwide. Its members are the world's leading experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials spills, natural disasters, search and rescue, and public safety policy.

Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) is a national rail safety nonprofit dedicated to ending collisions, deaths, and injuries around railroad tracks and trains. Since 1972, OLI has promoted safety through public education programs across the U.S. Visit oli.org to schedule presentations, find materials, volunteer, and share awareness campaigns. Together, we can #STOPTrackTragedies.

The Federal Railroad Administration was created by the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 and is concerned with intermodal transportation, and its mission is to enable the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s mission is to protect people and the environment by advancing the safe transportation of energy and hazardous materials. The agency sets and enforces standards, establishes policy, educates, and conducts research to prevent incidents. PHMSA also prepares the public and first responders to reduce consequences if incidents occur.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ensures safety in motor carrier operations by enforcing regulations, targeting high-risk carriers and drivers, improving safety systems and vehicle technologies, strengthening equipment and operating standards, and raising safety awareness. It collaborates with federal, state, and local agencies, the industry, labor, and safety groups.