Welcome to DBFR.org,

This website sets out in brief      Local 1162 members rights and privileges and provides a short history of our organization.  Please take a few moments to scan the contents of this website and refer to it in the future.  As a democratic institution, Local 1162 rely on its members for informed interest and activity, which gives our organization its unity and strength.  Responsible membership requires intelligent, informed participation.  This begins with attendance at meetings to take part in and mold our activities.  Local1162 has many functions in which members participate.  It’s bargaining, grievance and other responsibilities offer a wide variety on interesting and useful activities.  As part of the International Association of Firefighters, the Florida Professional Firefighters and Volusia County Firefighters Council important services from safety and health information to legislative advocacy are constantly being provided for its members.  Join the members of local 1162 past and present in building a proud profession, a bold union and a brighter future!

Thank you,

Mike Tyrrell

IAFF Local 1162 President