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Vice President Joe Biden to Address the 25th Annual CFSI Dinner | 4/18/2013 |
| Vice President Joe Biden toAddress the 25th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner TheCongressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is honored to announce thatVice Presid ... | |
3/22/2013 | |
| Congress Passes Fiscal Year 2013 Funding for Federal GovernmentFire and Emergency Service Funding Mostly Maintained Fairfax, Va., Mar. 21, 2013 - Today, the House of Representatives passed the Fiscal ... | |
3/22/2013 | |
| Congress Passes Fiscal Year 2013 Funding for Federal GovernmentFire and Emergency Service Funding Mostly Maintained Fairfax, Va., Mar. 21, 2013 - Today, the House of Representatives passed the Fiscal ... | |
3/11/2013 | |
| U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) announces the release of the Fire Estimate Summary Series (2007-2011). This series presents basic information on the size and status of the fire problem in the United S ... | |
2/5/2013 | |
| CFSI ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR FIRE SERVICE LEADERSHIP AWARD: Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award Recognizes Individual Leadership The Congressional Fire Services Institute ... | |
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Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Safety Leadership Award Nominations | 1/31/2013 |
| SENATOR PAUL S. SARBANES FIRE SAFETY LEADERSHIP AWARD RECOGNIZING A COMMITMENT TO FIREFIGHTER HEALTH AND SAFETY The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and National Fall ... | |
1/26/2013 | |
| CFSI and MedicAlert Foundation Accepting Applications for Excellence in Fire Service-Based EMS Awards ProgramAnnual Award Recognizes Fire Departments for Outstanding Achievement in Fire Service-Based ... | |
1/8/2013 | |
| An analysis of volunteer firefighter injuries was undertaken to compare their experience to all firefighter injuries. "All firefighter injuries” refers to the firefighter injuries that are estimated b ... | |
12/21/2012 | |
| On Friday, December 21st, the Senate approved the conference report to H.R. 4310, the National Defense Authorization Act. The House approved the conference report on Thursday, December 20th. In additi ... | |
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First Fire Apparatus Purchase Made Through the FireRescue GPO | 11/5/2012 |
| First Fire Apparatus Purchase Made Through the FireRescue GPO The Western Fire Chiefs Association and the FireRescue GPO are pleased to announce a competitively bid contract is now available through P ... | |
10/16/2012 | |
| The application period for the second semester of National Fire Academy resident classes opened on October 15th. The application period closes on December 15th. The second semester include ... | |
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FEMA ANNOUNCES 2012 COMMUNITY RESILIENCE INNOVATION CHALLENGE APPLICATION PERIOD | 10/1/2012 |
| FEMA ANNOUNCES 2012 COMMUNITY RESILIENCE INNOVATION CHALLENGE Application Period Open for Funding to Increase Local Resiliency through Whole Community Approach The Federal Emergency Management Ag ... | |
9/21/2012 | |
| The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) offers Fire Corps Academy which is a series of free training sessions and resources designed for Fire Corps program managers, department leaders, department ... | |
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U.S. Fire Administration issues Special Report on Heating Fires in Residential Buildings | 9/21/2012 |
| Fall begins this Saturday, and with it comes cooler temperatures and the resulting seasonal increase in the number of home heating fires. To help Americans understand the nature of the heating fire pr ... | |
8/20/2012 | |
| National Interagency Fire Center3833 S. Development AvenueBoise, Idaho 83705August 18, 2012To: Geographic Area Coordinating Group ChairsFrom: National Multi Agency Coordinating GroupSubject: Safety Me ... | |
8/13/2012 | |
| Senator Joseph Lieberman: CFSI's Legislator of the Year On Wednesday, August 8th, Bill Webb, Executive Director of the Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI), presented the CFS ... | |
7/30/2012 | |
| To provide guidance to address complex ethical questions, the National Society of Executive Fire Officers and Congressional Fire Services Institute jointly have released a firefighter code of ethics t ... | |
7/20/2012 | |
| C-Kit Continues to Be an Important Tool in Hazmat ResponseReturn to the July 15, 2012 issue of On Scene IAFC On Scene: July 15, 2012The IAFC Hazardous Materials Committee is urging responders to educa ... | |
7/12/2012 | |
| NFPA Update Third Quarter, 2012 NW Regional Office & ... | |
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FEMA NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FY 2012 CONTINUING TRAINING GRANTS PROGRAM | 6/18/2012 |
| FEMA NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FY 2012 CONTINUING TRAINING GRANTS PROGRAM June 13, 2012 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that as of June 12, 2012, the Agency is a ... | |
6/18/2012 | |
| Today the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released its annual Firefighter Fatality Report showing a total of 61 on-duty firefighter deaths in the United States in 2011, the lowes ... | |
6/8/2012 | |
| On Thursday, June 7th, the House approved H.R. 5855, the Fiscal Year 2013 Homeland Security Appropriations Act, by a vote of 234-182. The bill funds the programs and activities of the Department of Ho ... | |
6/8/2012 | |
| On Thursday, June 7th, the House approved H.R. 5855, the Fiscal Year 2013 Homeland Security Appropriations Act, by a vote of 234-182. The bill funds the programs and activities of the Department of Ho ... | |
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APPLICATION PERIOD FOR FY 2012 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANTS OPENS MONDAY, JUNE 11, 2012 | 6/8/2012 |
| Application Period for FY 2012 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Opens Monday, June 11, 2012 (The Following is from FEMA) Who is eligible to apply? Fire departments (career, ... | |
6/5/2012 | |
| EFO Application Deadline also June 15The application period for the first semester of National Fire Academy resident classes closes June 15. The first semester includes those classes scheduled fr ... | |
6/4/2012 | |
| Application deadline: June 15, 2012With funding through a Fire Prevention and Safety Grant awarded by the Grant Programs Directorate of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Home Fire Sp ... | |
5/16/2012 | |
| Harris Radios Comply with Federal Narrow Banding Requirements FireRescue GPO is now offering discounted rates on Harris Radios, thanks to a recent bid that resulted in a publicly-awarded contract. The ... | |
3/14/2012 | |
| IAFC Adopts Position Statement on National Drug Shortage published:3/13/2012 author: The International Association of Fire Chiefs Leaders of fire-based EMS urged to take action to educate and advocate ... | |
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Coming in April! Application Period for FY 2011 Fire Prevention and Safety Grants | 3/12/2012 |
| COMING in april: FY 2011 Fire Prevention and Safety GRANTs APPLICATION PERIOD New! firefighter Research and development project grants explained COMING IN APRIL: FY 2011 ... | |
2/13/2012 | |
| WHITE HOUSE RELEASES FISCAL YEAR 2013 BUDGET PROPOSAL On Monday, February 13th, the White House released President Obama's Fiscal Year 2013 (FY13) Budget Proposal. The budget proposal deta ... | |
2/9/2012 | |
| The news of the last few days has brought attention to a growing concern within the fire service and an important behavioral health topic that many of us have been working on for more than a year. As ... | |
1/27/2012 | |
| FY 2011 STAFFING FOR ADEQUATE FIRE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE (SAFER) GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION PERIOD: Monday, January 30, 2012 - Friday, February 24, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. EST FY 2011 SAFER Program Guid ... | |
1/12/2012 | |
| FY 2011 SAFER Grants Application Period to Open Soon! Application Get Ready Guides are Available Now FY 2011 SAFER GRANTS APPLICATION PERIOD TO OPEN SOON The FY 2011 Staffing for Adequate Fire an ... | |
12/20/2011 | |
| Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) FEMA Grant Application Get Ready Guide 2011 SAFER GRANTS GRANT APPLICATION ... | |
12/20/2011 | |
| On Saturday, December 17, the Senate approved H.R. 2055, a $915 billion spending package for Fiscal Year 2012. The bill, which includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS ... | |
12/8/2011 | |
| Dear FireRescue GPO Members,Next week FireRescue GPO and Talentwise are hosting a webinar specific to you. “Employment Screening Best Practices for the Fire and Rescue Industry” will cover background ... | |
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Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation announced the availability of $1 BILLION for the “Health | 12/6/2011 |
| Last week the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation announced the availability of $1 BILLION for the “Health Care Innovation Challenge”. The webpage is pasted at the bottom of this message. This ... | |
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Republican-led opposition in the Senate blocked a key element of President Obama’s jobs plan Thursda | 10/20/2011 |
| Republican-led opposition in the Senate blocked a key element of President Obama’s jobs plan Thursday night — a proposal to send $35 billion to cash-strapped states to keep public school teachers, pol ... | |
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SENATE COMMITTEE APPROVES NOMINATION OF CHIEF ERNEST MITCHELL TO LEAD USFA | 10/20/2011 |
| SENATE COMMITTEE APPROVES NOMINATION OF CHIEF ERNEST MITCHELL TO LEAD USFA On Wednesday, October 19th, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee approved the nomination of ... | |
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SENATE COMMITTEE TO HOLD HEARING ON U.S. FIRE ADMINISTRATOR NOMINEE | 10/4/2011 |
| SENATE COMMITTEE TO HOLD HEARING ON U.S. FIRE ADMINISTRATOR NOMINEE The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee has scheduled a hearing for Wednesday, October 5th to conside ... | |
9/12/2011 | |
| AFG APPLICATION PERIOD EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 23, 2011! The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces that the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) ... | |
8/27/2011 | |
| Chief Al H. Gillespie Becomes IAFC President and Chairman of the BoardAugust 27, 2011The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has installed Chief Al H. Gillespie, EFO, CFO, MIFireE, fire ch ... | |
8/17/2011 | |
| AFG Assistance to Firefighters Grant AFG APPLICATION PERIOD NOW OPEN The AFG application period is now open. FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) provides funding for the essentials tha ... | |
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PRESIDENT OBAMA NOMINATES CHIEF ERNEST J. MITCHELL FOR UNITED STATES FIRE ADMINISTRATOR | 8/2/2011 |
| PRESIDENT OBAMA NOMINATES CHIEF ERNEST J. MITCHELL FOR UNITED STATES FIRE ADMINISTRATOR Chief Ernest J. Mitchell, former president of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, has been nomi ... | |
8/1/2011 | |
| Division Members: Reminder FRI is Less Than a Month Away! Attention Division Members, August is just days away and FRI is quickly approaching. We want to remind you that as a member of our divis ... | |
7/13/2011 | |
| TO: United States Fire Partner Organizations FROM: Glenn A. Gaines, Deputy Administrator, United States Fire Administration (USFA) SUBJECT: National Preparedness Month 2011 This year ... | |
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NFPA completes Third Needs Assessment of the U.S. Fire Service | 6/29/2011 |
| NFPA completes Third Needs Assessment of the U.S. Fire Service NFPA.orgStudy finds improvements but needs continue for America’s fire departments June 16, 2011 – The National Fire Protection Asso ... | |
6/7/2011 | |
| FIRE GRANTS REAUTHORIZATION ACT INTRODUCED IN THE HOUSE On Wednesday, June 22nd, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX-30) introduced H.R. 2269, the Fire Grants Reauthorization Act. The ... | |
6/6/2011 | |
| HOUSE APPROVES FY12 HOMELAND SECURITY SPENDING BILL On Thursday, June 2nd, the House approved H.R. 2017, the Fiscal Year 2012 Homeland Security Appropriations Act, by of vote of 231-188 .&n ... | |
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Contact your Representative TODAY to Restore FIRE-SAFER Funding | 6/1/2011 |
| Contact Your Representative TODAY to Restore FIRE-SAFER Funding published:5/31/2011 author: The International Association of Fire Chiefs Fairfax, Va., May 31, 2011... On Wednesday, June 1, the House o ... | |
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Senate Committee Votes to Terminate FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs in 2016 | 6/1/2011 |
| Senate Committee Votes to Terminate FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs in 2016 Return to the June 1issue of On Scene IAFC On Scene: June 1, 2011In a close vote on May 18, the U.S. ... | |
5/25/2011 | |
| IAFC Provides Public Safety Testimony on D Block published:5/25/2011 author: The International Association of Fire Chiefs Public Safety Alliance continues push to create an interoperable public safety ... | |
5/17/2011 | |
| The National Fire Protection Association has developed a training program specifically aimed at helping first responders with crashes involving electric vehicles. The program, aptly called "Electric V ... | |
5/13/2011 | |
| D-BLOCK REALLOCATION PROPONENTSARGUE CASE FOR CAPITOL HILL AIDESPublic safety and state government advocates of legislation to reallocate the 700 megahertz band D block to public safety and provide fu ... | |
4/14/2011 | |
| CONGRESS APPROVES FISCAL YEAR 2011 SPENDING BILL On Thursday, April 14th the House of Representatives approved H.R. 1473, the Fiscal Year Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Ap ... | |
3/30/2011 | |
| With the start of the 112th Congress, the new focus is on fiscal responsibility. Both the President and Congress are leading efforts to reduce the federal deficit by cutting federal spending.In this e ... | |
3/29/2011 | |
| Beginning on April 1, 2011, the website where first responders apply for all Assistance to Firefighters Grants Programs will change its current Web site address from www.firegrantsupport.com to ... | |
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Safety, Health and Survival Week 2011 Is Scheduled for June 19-25 | 3/21/2011 |
| IAFCJune 19-25, 2011Theme: Surviving the Fire Ground – Fire Fighter, Fire Officer & Command PreparednessMayday: Not If…WhenWith so many changes (budget cuts, staffing reductions, reduced training, ... | |
3/11/2011 | |
| Grant Programs Directorate Information BulletinNo. 357March 10, 2011To: All State Administrative Agency HeadsAll State Administrative Agency Points of ContactAll State Homeland Security DirectorsAll S ... | |
2/16/2011 | |
| Northwest Leadership SeminarExceptional LeadershipMagic or Innovation?See brochure for more details.March 2-4, 2011 Join Northwest Leadership Seminar's 42nd Annual seminar at theRed Lion on ... | |
2/14/2011 | |
| Wildland-Urban Interface ConferenceReno, NVMarch 27-31, 2011www.iafc.org/wui ... | |
2/10/2011 | |
| NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code TrainingNampa Fire Department Location: ID The Rocky Mountain Propane Association, in cooperation with the Idaho State Fire Marshal, the Idaho Bureau of Occupatio ... | |
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National Fire Protection Association launches “Voice of Sparky” contest among firefighters in celebr | 2/2/2011 |
| February 1, 2011 – March 18 marks the 60th birthday of Sparky the Fire Dog®, the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), who has been teaching children, parents and teache ... | |
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National Fire Academy Completes New Emergency Medical Services Courses | 2/1/2011 |
| Advanced EMS TrainingEMMITSBURG, MD - The U.S. Fire Administration's (USFA) National Fire Academy (NFA) has completed development of the first two new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) courses in respo ... | |
1/31/2011 | |
| IAFC Foundation, through June 1, 2011Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted Applications for the IAFC Foundation’s 2011 scholarship awards are being accepted now through June 1, 2011. Click here ... | |
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NFPA Electric Vehicle Safety Training Project - Download for Nissan LEAF | 1/20/2011 |
| published:1/19/2011 The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Electric Vehicle Safety Training project is a nationwide program to help firefighters and first responders prepare for the ... | |
1/18/2011 | |
| The Time to Lead on Commercial False Alarms is NowFairfax, Va., January 14, 2011... The IAFC is calling on fire and emergency service leaders to take action now to address the quiet, but pe ... | |
1/12/2011 | |
| The Board of Directors for the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is very pleased to announce that they have endorsed William R. Metcalf in his campaign for 2011 IAFC 2nd VP. Chief Met ... | |
1/11/2011 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association would like to announce that in partnership with FireRescue Group Purchasing Organization (FireRescue-GPO), a competitively bid contract for SCOTT Self Contained Bre ... | |
1/5/2011 | |
| Eighty-five firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice.By Susan Nicol - Firehouse.com News Posted: Wed, 01/05/2011 - 08:41amUpdated: Wed, 01/05/2011 - 02:25pmEmbedded Video: Last year was record-se ... | |
1/3/2011 | |
| WASHINGTON -- President Obama yesterday signed the 9/11 health bill into law, finally delivering federal health benefits to sick Ground Zero workers who have waited nine years for the help. Obam ... | |
12/27/2010 | |
| A new campaign is aimed at raising firefighter awareness to the dangers of carbon monoxide.By Ed Ballam - Firehouse.com NewsThe silent killer for the fire service is carbon monoxide and the IAFF and t ... | |
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FCC TAKES ACTION TO ADVANCE INTEROPERABILITY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY BROADBAND COMMUNICATIONS | 12/13/2010 |
| Washington, D.C. -- The FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) today adopted an Order that establishes a technical framework to ensure interoperability in the public safety mobile br ... | |
12/13/2010 | |
| published:12/13/2010 author: Fire Service-Based EMS Advocates The Fire Service-Based EMS Advocates Steering Committee has added a new feature to their website www.fireserviceems.com. The steerin ... | |
12/10/2010 | |
| By Doyle Rice, USA TODAYThe USA is on track for its quietest wildfire year since 1998, and firefighter deaths are the lowest on record, according to the National Interagency Fire Center."Right now, we ... | |
12/7/2010 | |
| Phoenix, AZJanuary 20-21, 2011www.iafc.org/LMIconference ... | |
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FEMA Assistant Administrator Gives Departments Grant Guidance | 12/1/2010 |
| Elizabeth Harman is FEMA’s assistant administrator of grant programs, overseeing more than 50 different disaster and non-disaster grant and financial assistance programs equaling approximately $4 bil ... | |
11/24/2010 | |
| WASHINGTON - As our nation comes together to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and its United States Fire Administration (USFA) would like to remind al ... | |
11/23/2010 | |
| Use the Gift of Membership to:Show your appreciation for the commitment of your volunteers Provide additional support to those in your department who are working hard to grow their careers Share idea ... | |
11/18/2010 | |
| NFPA Examines Burden of Wildfires on U.S. Fire ServiceThe nearly 1,000 wildland fires responded to every day represents nearly a quarter of all calls reported.BY ED BALLAM - Firehouse.com News Posted: ... | |
11/16/2010 | |
| Along with the personal locator device, professors and graduate students on the WPI team are also developing a sensor that would alert fire officials to flashover conditions inside a building.By Marti ... | |
11/5/2010 | |
| NFPA encourages communities to take preventative measures against brush, grass and forest firesart-border.ul {list-style-type: disc;}art-border.li {list-style-type: disc;}By FireRescue1 StaffQUINCY, M ... | |
11/1/2010 | |
| New NFPA campaign puts a face on the lifesaving impact of home sprinklers - Urges sprinkler requirements in new homes to reduce fire problem published:10/31/2010 author: National Fire Protection Assoc ... | |
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Overall value and impact of home fire sprinkler incentives underscored in new Fire Protection Resear | 10/29/2010 |
| October 28, 2010 – The installation of sprinkler systems in US homes is becoming increasingly common due to building codes and ordinances, and in recognition of the life safety benefits these systems ... | |
10/28/2010 | |
| The Board of Directors for the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is very pleased to announce that they retained Jeffrey D. Johnson (Ret. Chief, from TVF&R) to serve as Chief Executive Officer ... | |
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Best Practices for Emergency Vehicle and Roadway Operations Safety | 10/25/2010 |
| USFA and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), supported by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) / National Institute of Justice (NIJ), partnered on a project to publish Best Pr ... | |
10/18/2010 | |
| Application Period Closes December 15The application period for the second semester of National Fire Academy resident classes opens October 15. The application period closes December 15. Second ... | |
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NFPA Survey: Public confused about smoke alarm use and testing | 10/13/2010 |
| When it comes to smoke alarms, NFPA survey shows American homesstill have much room for improvementUnderscores the importance of this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme October 8, 2010 – Accordin ... | |
10/6/2010 | |
| FRI 2011 Call for PapersDeadline is Friday, October 8There are only two days left to submit your presentation to be a speaker at FRI 2011, August 23-27 in Atlanta, Georgia. Don’t miss this opportunit ... | |
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USFA Releases Annual Report on Firefighter Fatalities in the United States | 9/29/2010 |
| Contact: USFA Press Office: (301) 447-1853Emmitsburg, MD. – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) today released the report Firefighter Fatalities in the United States in 2009. The report ... | |
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IAFC President Testifies in Support of Public Safety Broadband Network | 9/27/2010 |
| Sep 24, 2010 Chief Jeff Johnson, International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) President 2009-2010, testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation in support of S ... | |
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U.S. Members Called Upon to Act to Secure Public Safety Communications Spectrum | 9/21/2010 |
| Day of National Action Scheduled for Wednesday, September 22Fairfax, Va., Sept. 20, 2010… The IAFC is urging all U.S. members to contact their senators on Wednesday, September 22, and ask them to cosp ... | |
9/15/2010 | |
| Do you have a great session idea or experience in a field that you feel should be addressed at FRI? Now is your chance to be a presenter for FRI 2011, August 23-27 in Atlanta, Georgia. We are seeking ... | |
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The Daily Dispatch is Seeking Fire Related Photos and Videos | 8/16/2010 |
| The Daily Dispatch is seeking original fire related photos and videos for use on our newly enhanced website to be launched in mid August. In particular we are interested in fire response photos/videos ... | |
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Important Information for Chiefs: Know the Facts to Protect Fire-Based EMS | 8/10/2010 |
| Fairfax, Va., August 5, 2010... The Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association (Metro Chiefs) and the IAFF in collaboration with the IAFC have developed important information for fire chiefs to al ... | |
8/2/2010 | |
| Washington, DC — The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) United States Fire Administration (USFA) has recently made available a new National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) web-based d ... | |
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Johnson Testifies for the IAFC in Support of the Public Safety Broadband Network | 7/27/2010 |
| Recommends Giving D Block to Public SafetyFairfax, Va., July 27, 2010… Today, IAFC President and Chairman of the Board Jeff Johnson, chief of Tualatin Valley (Ore.) Fire & Rescue, ... | |
7/21/2010 | |
| The annual “What Does the IAFC Do For You?” issue of IAFC On Scene is one of my favorite issues. It provides us with a snapshot of the raw power that is the collective work of our members. It demonstr ... | |
7/20/2010 | |
| Fire Service Section Newsletter - NFPA - Fall 2010 ... | |
7/19/2010 | |
| National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend - October 1-3, 2010 ... | |
7/15/2010 | |
| Focus on Fire Safety: Residential Hazardous Materials Safety Residential hazardous materials (hazmat) safety is important in preventing fires in and around your home. Hazmat safety involves the proper ... | |
7/13/2010 | |
| Leadership & Management Webinar – July 15 The Volunteer & Combination Officers Section is pleased to present a series of free webinars titled On-Fire Leadership. Goodleaders know how to “start ... | |
7/1/2010 | |
| FREE Ground Shipping OfferThe Fire Service Bookstore is offering to all Daily Dispatch Subscribers, free ground shipping on all orders purchased through the Bookstore. HURRY! Offer good through July 7 ... | |
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NFPA Releases New Fireworks Video & Urges Public to Avoid Consumer Fireworks | 6/29/2010 |
| NFPA releases new fireworks videoUrges public to avoid consumer fireworks June 22, 2010 —Stressing the message that there is no safe way to use consumer fireworks, the National Fire Protection Associa ... | |
6/21/2010 | |
| This year's Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival Week—also known as Safety Week—runs June 20-26. Sponsored by the IAFC and the IAFF, and in partnership with other national fire service organizations, ... | |
6/18/2010 | |
| This year's Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival Week—also known as Safety Week—runs June 20-26. Sponsored by the IAFC and the IAFF, and in partnership with other national fire service organizations, ... | |
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Congressman Introduces Volunteer Firefighter Fairness Act - Ensures Volunteer Firefighters Classifie | 6/17/2010 |
| WASHINGTON, DC — Today Congressman David Wu introduced the Volunteer Firefighter Fairness Act, H.R. 5537, to help volunteer firefighters and emergency service personnel in Oregon and across the countr ... | |
6/7/2010 | |
| Smoke Alarms: A sound you can live with June 1, 2010 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced the theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week: Smoke Alarms:& ... | |
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FIRE/EMS Stand Down: Priority Survival Notification - Confined Space and Technical Rescue | 6/1/2010 |
| By: The International Association of Fire ChiefsPublished: 6/1/2010 The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) through their Safety, Health and Survival Section are urging all fire chief ... | |
5/27/2010 | |
| Nearly all structure fire deaths happen in home fires Home fires cause annual average of 2,840 civilian deaths May 25,2010 – According to a new study, Home Structure Fires, from the National Fire ... | |
5/20/2010 | |
| Add conferences@iafc.org to your address book to ensure email delivery.View as a webpage. New Seminars Added Have you checked out this year's FRI program? We recently added many new in-d ... | |
5/18/2010 | |
| June 7-10, 2010Mandalay BayLas Vegas, NevadaRegistration and Additional Information ... | |
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IAFC Members Urged to Support NFPA’s Fire Sprinkler Initiative | 5/11/2010 |
| By: Jeffrey D. JohnsonPublished: 5/11/2010 Last year the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) launched the Fire Sprinkler Initiative – Bringing Safety Home, a nationwide effort to mandate ... | |
5/7/2010 | |
| Promotion extended thru May 24, 2010Welcome Chief!Thanks for your interest in a membership with the IAFC. We’re honored to have you join our association. If there’s anything we can do to assist ... | |
5/6/2010 | |
| Fire-Rescue International (FRI) ScholarshipsThis VCOS-sponsored scholarship program was developed to promote leadership through learning among volunteer and combination officers. Scholarships will be ... | |
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Putting the Service Back in Fire Service: Think it’s time to eliminate “BS” calls? Think again. | 5/5/2010 |
| By Chief Jeffrey D. Johnson, EFO, CFO, MIFireEFrom the April 2010 issue of FireRescue magazineMoney is tight, and times are tough in government. Firefighters, along with all other public employees, ar ... | |
5/4/2010 | |
| Emmitsburg, MD. – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) announces the theme for the 2010 Arson Awareness Week (AAW): Community Arson Prevention. USFA and its partners will use the week of ... | |
5/3/2010 | |
| EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FIRST RESPONDERS - APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 1, 2010The International Association of Fire Chiefs Foundation is accepting applications for its educational scholarships f ... | |
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Landmark Residential Fire Study Shows How Crew Sizes and Arrival Times Influence Saving Lives and Pr | 4/29/2010 |
| WASHINGTON D.C.--A landmark study issued today by the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) shows that the size of firefighting crews has a substantial ef ... | |
4/28/2010 | |
| Important Washington UpdateUpdated Guidance on Senate FIRE-SAFER Reauthorization Bill Activity;www.iafc.org Fairfax, Va., April 27, 2010... BREAKING NEWS/CALL TO ACTION: Senate FIRE-SAFER BillOn Wedne ... | |
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AFSI formally approves plan establishing Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence | 4/27/2010 |
| Fire Training and Certification Programs scheduled to resume in May. On April 14th, 2010, The Arizona Fire Services Institute took the next step in reinstating the fire service training and certificat ... | |
4/27/2010 | |
| Emmitsburg, MD. – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are partnering on a study to examine the potential for increased ri ... | |
4/23/2010 | |
| June 7-10, 2010Mandalay BayLas Vegas, NevadaRegistration and Additional Information ... | |
4/23/2010 | |
| “I just wanted to pass on how valuable I find the Fully Involved podcasts! I am on the road quite a bit and whether in my car or on a plane, I listen to the IAFC EMS Section podcasts every time ... | |
4/22/2010 | |
| Contact: USFA Press Office: (301) 447-1853Emmitsburg, MD. – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are partnering on a ... | |
4/19/2010 | |
| NFPA receives major grant from FEMA for national sprinkler awareness campaignCampaign aims to reduce fire losses by advocating need for home fire sprinkler requirements April 15, 2010 – The National F ... | |
4/19/2010 | |
| You will have three ways to search the awards list.Choose one of the options and any matching awards will be listed.2009 AFG Award Announcements Additional Resources: FEMA ... | |
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NVFC Receives Grant to Support Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program | 4/16/2010 |
| The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has received a Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant from the Department of Homeland Security to support the Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program. T ... | |
4/12/2010 | |
| The FireRescue GPO is completely free and voluntary to members. The GPO Program allows its members to join together to leverage purchasing strength in order to acquire goods and services at lowe ... | |
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IAFC Launches Wildfire Preparedness Initiative: Ready, Set Go! To Pilot in Eight States | 4/6/2010 |
| Fairfax, Va., Apr. 5, 2010... The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) launched a new wildland fire preparedness initiative—Ready, Set, Go!—at their annual Wildland-Urban Interface conferen ... | |
4/2/2010 | |
| June 7-10, 2010 Mandalay Bay Las Vegas, NevadaRegistration and Additional Information ... | |
4/2/2010 | |
| National Fire Academy (NFA) Training Opportunities (as of March 25, 2010) Vacancies exist in the following NFA courses at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. You may refer ... | |
3/23/2010 | |
| Today the International Association of Fire Chiefs and the International Association of Fire Fighters announced the theme for the 2010 Safety, Health and Survival Week: Fit for Duty. Safety, Health an ... | |
3/12/2010 | |
| Welcome Chief!Thanks for your interest in a membership with the IAFC. We’re honored to have you join our association. If there’s anything we can do to assist you, please contact us any time toll ... | |
3/11/2010 | |
| This weekend, March 13 and 14, we will all be setting our clocks to Daylight Saving Time. The time change is a good reminder to check your smoke alarms. According to the National Fire Protection Assoc ... | |
3/8/2010 | |
| USFA Releases Winter Residential Building Fires Report Report Shows Importance of Family Preparedness and Fire Safety Washington, DC — The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) United States Fi ... | |
2/18/2010 | |
| Congressional Fire Services Institute Webinar Series CFSI Webinar Series Advocating for Fire Sprinklers on Capitol Hill DATE: 2/25/2009TIME: 2:00 - 3:00PM ESTLOCATION: Your personal comput ... | |
2/18/2010 | |
| Hear It Here First: Exclusive WUI SessionsStay one step ahead of the growing wildland urban interface problem with the courses offered at WUI 2010. Join us March 28- April 1, in Reno, Nev., as we tack ... | |
2/17/2010 | |
| Dear Friends and Colleagues,The board of directors of the IAFC's Volunteer & Combination Officers Section (VCOS) is counting on you to take a short survey to add to our knowledge base before we sp ... | |
2/16/2010 | |
| You will have three ways to search the awards list.Choose one of the options and any matching awards will be listed.2009 AFG Award Announcements Additional Resour ... | |
2/11/2010 | |
| National Fire Academy (NFA) Training Opportunities (as of February 4, 2010) Vacancies exist in the following NFA courses at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. You may refe ... | |
2/10/2010 | |
| NFPA Webinars Interact with the code experts from your desktop NFPA webinars make it easy for you to interact with the NFPA code experts right from your desktop. You'll have the opportunity to h ... | |
2/4/2010 | |
| Department of Homeland Security Releases First Round of GrantsOn Friday January 29th the Department of Homeland Security released its first round of Assistance to Firefighters Grants for fiscal year ... | |
2/2/2010 | |
| The IAFC’s Program Planning Committee is finalizing the FRI 2010 program that will wow both loyal attendees and those who have never attended. But it’s not too late to be a part of this year’s dynamic ... | |
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Administration Releases Fiscal Year 2011 Budget; Proposes Cuts to Assistance to Firefighters Grant P | 2/1/2010 |
| On Monday, February 1st, the Obama Administration released its Fiscal Year 2011 budget proposal, detailing requested funding levels for programs and offices in the federal budget. The approximate ... | |
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Residential Building Heating Fires and Portable Heater Fires Topical Reports | 1/29/2010 |
| USFA Releases Residential Building Heating Fires and Portable Heater Fires Topical Reports EMMITSBURG, MD. – The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) announces the release of two special reports regarding ... | |
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Arizona Fire Chiefs Association Issues Position Statement on Recent OSFM Cuts | 1/22/2010 |
| By: Arizona Fire Chiefs AssociationPublished: 1/22/2010 On January 7, 2010 the Arizona Office of the State Fire Marshal suspended critical Fire Marshal Training and Certification programs. The Ar ... | |
1/13/2010 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is pleased to announce the release of the Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) training tool.This educational tool is free to ALL, but focused ... | |
1/12/2010 | |
| SAFER Grant Application's January 15 Deadline Fast ApproachingIAFC encourages fire and emergency service leaders to apply Shortly before the holidays, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) a ... | |
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Division News from Arizona - Suspension of State Fire Marshal Programs | 1/11/2010 |
| By: Arizona Fire Chiefs AssociationPublished: 1/8/2010 The Arizona Office of the State Fire Marshal has immediately suspended several significant programs and implemented polices, procedures and ... | |
12/28/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset - your people - ... | |
12/23/2009 | |
| CBS Morning Show Demonstrates Effectiveness of Home Sprinklers Source: CBS News (NAT) Indexed At: 12/23/2009 Abstract: ... Editor's Note: You may need to select correct video from list. Home imp ... | |
12/21/2009 | |
| By: Jeffrey D. JohnsonPublished: 12/17/2009 One of the great things about the fire and emergency service is the many common threads that connect us to each other and to our communities. One such ... | |
12/17/2009 | |
| During the present difficult economic circumstances being experienced by local jurisdictions, many potential Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant applicants have expressed c ... | |
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Give the Gift of Membership - Free Six Month Trial IAFC Membership | 12/15/2009 |
| Give the gift that keeps on giving all career long! This holiday season, provide additional support to those in your department by giving them a FREE six-month trial membership in ... | |
12/14/2009 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) has identified a creative way to assist fire departments with cutting expenses while maintaining a high level of service. Through our partnership with Emerge ... | |
12/11/2009 | |
| “Virtual USA” program designed to link emergency communications nationwide. On Wednesday Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano announced the launch of a new information-sha ... | |
12/11/2009 | |
| Secretary Napolitano Announces Grant Guidance for More Than $2.7 Billion in Fiscal Year 2010 Grant ProgramsRelease Date: December 8, 2009For Immediate ReleaseOffice of the Press SecretaryContact: 202 ... | |
12/1/2009 | |
| The National Fire Academy’s Fiscal Year 2010 second semester application period is open NOW through December 15. The second semester includes classes running from April 1 through September 30, 2010. I ... | |
11/30/2009 | |
| After much planning and effort a September 11th Commemorative Coin has been struck to coincide with the 10 year anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center. This coin is a fundraising project ... | |
11/23/2009 | |
| The Daily Dispatch Is Now On Facebook - Find Us On Facebook - www.facebook.com/dailydispatch ... | |
11/19/2009 | |
| By Michael Doyle | McClatchy NewspapersWASHINGTON — Fire departments can pump more money under a revised $11 billion grant program approved Wednesday by the House of Representatives. Dozens of Califor ... | |
11/16/2009 | |
| 2010 Firefighter Safety and Survival SymposiumJanuary 15 - 17, 2009Oregon Fire Instructors AssociationPlease see Sponsorship Information and Event Registration for more information. Web site: www ... | |
11/12/2009 | |
| Focus on Fire Safety USFA Looking for Suggestions for Our "Focus on Fire Safety" Monthly Feature USFA’s Focus on Fire Safety committee is exploringmonthly themes for the upcoming new year and we would ... | |
11/10/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset - your people - ... | |
11/9/2009 | |
| DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY ANNOUNCES THE POSTING OF THE PROGRAM GUIDANCE FOR THE FY2009 STAFFING FOR ADEQUATE FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES (SAFER) GRANTS Nov 6, 2009 - Today, the Department of Hom ... | |
11/5/2009 | |
| By: The International Association of Fire ChiefsPublished: 11/5/2009 The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) today reaffirmed ... | |
11/4/2009 | |
| March 3-5, 2010Red Lion Hotel On The River, Jantzen BeachPortland, OregonSee event brochure for more information.www.nwleadershipseminar.com ... | |
10/29/2009 | |
| By Ken RobinsonFireRescue1 StaffBALTIMORE — Building codes mandating fire sprinklers in new one- and two-family homes were upheld as the International Code Council voted Wednesday to disapprove a ... | |
10/28/2009 | |
| NIOSH Publication No. 2010-102 (October 2009) Manual Adjustment of Automatic Slack Adjusters May Contribute to Unexpected Brake Failure on Automotive Fire Apparatus The National Institute for Occupati ... | |
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Executive Edge: Bruno’s Boot Camp for Fire Service Leaders - | 10/27/2009 |
| For new and aspiring chiefs, it can be very overwhelming when you step into that top position. There is no playbook to guide you, rather, you often must go on your gut instincts and own experience. Th ... | |
10/26/2009 | |
| Application Procedures Announced Emmitsburg, MD - Application procedures have been announced for the 2010 Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship Program. The program is once again sponsored through a partn ... | |
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New study shows ease of integrating home fire sprinklers with local water supply systems | 10/23/2009 |
| No design issues or significant cost issues found October 22, 2009 – Home fire sprinklers can be integrated with local water supply systems with ease according to a new study - Integration of Res ... | |
10/22/2009 | |
| The IRC Fire Sprinkler Coalition has posted important documents related to the upcoming ICC hearing in BaltimoreFor those who will be attending the International Residential Code hearing in Baltimore ... | |
10/20/2009 | |
| USFA and NIST Initiate Study of SCBA Thermal Performance Emmitsburg, MD. – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have started a res ... | |
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Tell Your Community to Change Your Clock - Change Your Battery | 10/19/2009 |
| IAFC On Scene: October 15, 2009For the past 22 years, the IAFC and Energizer have worked together to remind communities across the country about the importance of fire safety through the Change Your C ... | |
10/16/2009 | |
| Fairfax, Va., Oct. 8, 2009... Chief Jeff Johnson, IAFC president and chairman of the board, participated in meetings October 7-8 with members of ISO’s Risk Decision Services. He received their b ... | |
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USA Sprinkler Fitters Association joins with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors | 10/14/2009 |
| To Attend IRC Hearings in BaltimoreThe USA Sprinkler Fitters Association will join forces with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors at the upcoming International Residential Code (IRC) Hearings in B ... | |
10/13/2009 | |
| The WFCA is collecting sample Fire Department Employee handbooks and policies as reference for the Fire Service Library (www.fireservicelibrary.com). Many districts and departments are looking for sam ... | |
10/12/2009 | |
| Join the IAFC by November 15 and save $25 on IAFC membership dues. Join today and enjoy all the benefits ... | |
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USA Sprinkler Fitters Association joins with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors | 10/9/2009 |
| USA Sprinkler Fitters Association joins with the Phoenix Society for Burn SurvivorsTo Attend IRC Hearings in BaltimoreThe USA Sprinkler Fitters Association will join forces with the Phoenix Society fo ... | |
10/7/2009 | |
| Over the last several years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control has been working closely with the U. S. Fire Administration (USFA) and t ... | |
10/6/2009 | |
| U.S. Fire Administrator Urges H1N1 Vaccinations for Fire and EMS Personnel Washington D.C. - With the first deliveries of the H1N1 vaccine already underway, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FE ... | |
10/5/2009 | |
| A Message from the U.S. Fire Administrator about Smoking Related Fire Fatalities and Fire-Safe Cigarettes Smoking is the leading cause of home fire fatalities in the United States despite the fact tha ... | |
10/1/2009 | |
| Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get BurnedFire Prevention Week is October 4 – 10 Fire Prevention Week is October 4 – 10. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), along with local fire depart ... | |
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*Reminder* 28th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend | 9/28/2009 |
| National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend to be Held October 2 - 4, 2009 Emmitsburg, MD - The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) and the Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Fire Ad ... | |
9/17/2009 | |
| USFA Announces the Release of a Report on Emergency Vehicle Visibility and ConspicuityContact: USFA Press Office: (301) 447-1853Emmitsburg, MD – The United States Fire Administration (USFA), in partne ... | |
9/15/2009 | |
| Application Period to Open The Department of Homeland Security has posted the FY2009 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grants Program Guidance on the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Progra ... | |
9/14/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset - your people ... | |
9/11/2009 | |
| October 2 - 4, 2009 Emmitsburg, MD - The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) and the Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Fire Administration announce that the 28th annual National Falle ... | |
9/10/2009 | |
| Your VCOS leadership invites you to participate in a short surveyYour VCOS leadership invites you to participate in a short survey to find out how you use the VCOS website and what you’re looking for ... | |
9/4/2009 | |
| Fairfax, Va., Sept. 3, 2009... The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has installed Chief Jeffrey D. Johnson, EFO, CFO, MIFireE, fire chief and chief executive officer of Tualatin Valley ... | |
9/2/2009 | |
| Home fires account for 83 percent of all civilian fire deaths, which is why fire-safety efforts aimed at the home are key to reducing the overall fire death toll.NFPA Journal®, September/October 2009B ... | |
8/18/2009 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is proud to announce its strategic business partnership with Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI) that will bring direct benefits to our member ... | |
8/18/2009 | |
| Fire Rescue International (FRI) is just one week away. Below is a list of the WFCA member events planned in conjunction with FRI.We look forward to seeing you in Dallas. 2009 Al ... | |
8/11/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset - your people - ... | |
8/10/2009 | |
| On Friday the Senate confirmed Kelvin Cochran as U.S. Fire Administrator. Cochran has 28 years’ experience working in a variety of areas within local fire departments, according to a news release from ... | |
8/6/2009 | |
| Watch Confirmation HearingRead Cochran's Testimony Home sprinklers, fire safety education, radio interoperability and the FIRE Act grant were among issues USFA Administrator Nominee Kelvin J. Co ... | |
8/3/2009 | |
| Retention and Recruitment Award – This award recognizes success and excellence in the retention and recruitment of emergency service organization members. The program will distinguish the application ... | |
7/20/2009 | |
| New report finds sprinkler ordinances don't hurt housing construction or pricesCounty-wide mandates for life-saving sprinklers do not result in reduced housing supplies, compared to counties with ... | |
7/16/2009 | |
| Summer Webinar Series Training Without Travel Hear from the code experts, ask questions and gain insight on important NFPA codes and standards. Upcoming webinars in ... | |
7/13/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset--your people--safe!31 ... | |
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Service Scheduled to Commemorate Anniversary of Fallen Chief | 7/10/2009 |
| Bonney Lake, WA – A memorial service to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Line of Duty death of East Pierce Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Dan Packer is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 26th ... | |
7/8/2009 | |
| Fairfax, Va., July 8, 2009... Today, IAFC 1st Vice President Jeff Johnson, chief of Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, testified before Congress in favor of reauthorizing the Assistance to Firefighter ... | |
7/6/2009 | |
| President Obama Announces More Key Administration PostsWASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals for key administration posts: John Fern ... | |
6/29/2009 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association adopts the position that all new construction, including one and two-family dwellings, should be built with fire sprinklers installed to protect the public, fire se ... | |
6/26/2009 | |
| On June 25, 2009, The Western Fire Chiefs Association Board voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 09-02 "Statement of Support for Ready, Set, Go". The Ready, Set, Go Program encourages fire pre ... | |
6/25/2009 | |
| President Obama today approved new rules that govern how fire departments can use funding from the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program, an important change du ... | |
6/23/2009 | |
| During the week of June 22, the U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to consider H.R. 2892, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 DHS Appropriations bill. Representatives Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), Jason Altmire ... | |
6/17/2009 | |
| Fire/EMS Safety Week: Are You Ready?Fourth of Four Key Areas: Chiefs – Be the Leader in SafetyFairfax, Va., June 10, 2009... The IAFC and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) are ask ... | |
6/10/2009 | |
| The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to help keep your greatest asset--your people--safe! ... | |
6/9/2009 | |
| Greetings, The staff of the Oregon Office of the State Fire Marshal have been working with Senator Wyden's office on S 723, the Protect Children from Dangerous Lighters Act of 2009.&nb ... | |
6/5/2009 | |
| WASHINGTON — The United States Fire Administration is pushing for firefighters to take an active role as states consider legislation that would prohibit fire sprinkler requirements for new homes."I en ... | |
5/29/2009 | |
| Special News Alert In This Issue From the Department of Homeland Security: DHS ANNOUNCES GUIDANCE FOR MORE THAN $500 MILLION IN RECOVERY ACT-FUNDED PREPAREDNESS GRANTS W ... | |
5/27/2009 | |
| Local, national fire experts show need for home fire sprinklersDemonstration in Plymouth follows recent deaths of four area residents in house fires Side-by-side burnTop photo: The room without ... | |
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Chief Jeff Johnson Testifies on Capitol Hill in Support of Better Hazmat Preparedness | 5/18/2009 |
| The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) 1st Vice President Jeff Johnson, chief of Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, called for improved national preparedness for the response to hazm ... | |
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VCOS Announces $1,500 Scholarships for Attendance at FRI 2009 | 5/15/2009 |
| VCOS will award two $1,500 scholarships to attend Fire-Rescue International (FRI), being held August 25-29 in Dallas. This scholarship program was developed to promote leadership through learning amon ... | |
5/14/2009 | |
| Two Weeks Remaining for 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Applications WASHINGTON, D.C. - Two weeks remain to submit your 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) applications. Completed applic ... | |
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Contact Congress to Clarify IRS Reporting Requirements for Volunteers | 5/13/2009 |
| Dear IAFC Board Members and Daily Dispatch Readers: I would like to request that you contact your Member of Congress and ask them to sign-on to a currently circulating “Dear Colleague” letter by Repre ... | |
5/6/2009 | |
| Applications for the Hazardous Materials Committee and the Program Planning Committee chair positions are now being accepted. To apply, each chair candidate must submit a letter of interest stating h ... | |
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National Fire Service Speaks Out Against Anti-Sprinkler Bills | 5/5/2009 |
| Stand together to better protect firefighters and public May 4, 2009 – Citing the fact that more than 90 percent of fireground firefighter deaths occur in one- and two-family homes, leading fire servi ... | |
4/29/2009 | |
| Novelty Lighter Bill Becomes Law(Washington Fire Chiefs – Novelty Lighter Legislation) Olympia – After months of work, children and families will now be safer. Governor Chris Gregoire will be sig ... | |
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Call for Volunteers: Opportunity to Shape Fire Officer Development Program | 4/28/2009 |
| Fairfax, Va., Apr. 16, 2009... The IAFC is seeking members who wish to volunteer to serve the organization on a newly-created Officer Development Program Task Force. The new task force will devise a s ... | |
4/27/2009 | |
| Fairfax, Va., Apr. 20, 2009... The IAFC is currently reviewing a study commissioned by the National League of Cities (NLC) that supports the NLC’s position opposing the workers compensation presumptio ... | |
4/13/2009 | |
| Related Resources: Guide to AFG: Describing Your Project AFG Application and Guidance Kit FireGrantsHelp.com FireGrantSupport.com WASHINGTON — Details of the application period for FY2 ... | |
4/7/2009 | |
| EMMITSBURG, MD – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) announces the theme for the 2009 Arson Awareness Week: Arson for Profit. USFA and its partners will use the week of May 3rd to the 9th to ... | |
4/3/2009 | |
| The newest set of Take-5's have been posted.The Take-5 Safety Drills were developed based on safety research and accident data. We welcome your department to use them as a training resource to h ... | |
3/18/2009 | |
| The nationwide effort by the fire service to eliminate novelty lighters is gaining support. To date, 18 states have proposed or passed legislation that prohibits the sale or distribution of the toy-l ... | |
3/11/2009 | |
| Emmitsburg, MD – The United States Fire Administration (USFA) announced today the availability of wildland fire skills Gap courses for structural firefighters. The USFA's National Preparedness Network ... | |
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2009 Heart Safe Community and STEMI Award Nominations Now Being Accepted | 3/2/2009 |
| The annual Heart Safe Community Awards provide a great opportunity for career, volunteer and combination departments to highlight their efforts in public-access defibrillation a ... | |
3/2/2009 | |
| The 75th Legislative Assembly convened January 12, 2009. That same day, all OSFM pre-session filed bills were introduced. OSFM bills look a bit different from the original seven developed immediately ... | |
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Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition Provides FREE Educational Program | 2/27/2009 |
| FREE Educational Built for Life Fire Department ProgramThe Home Fire Sprinkler CoalitionFREE educational "Built for Life Fire Department" ProgramFunded through a Fire Act Grant, HFSC is providing the ... | |
2/25/2009 | |
| The VCOS is conducting a survey to gather together best practices for volunteer and combination departments during difficult economic times.Do you remember: “Ask not what your country can do for you; ... | |
2/20/2009 | |
| THE IAFC AND COMMON VOICES TO BE HONORED ATThe National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner:Named Recipients of the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Safety Leadership Award The Congression ... | |
2/18/2009 | |
| NFPA releases new report on home structure fires Fires strike where people live February 17, 2009 – Three hundred ninety-nine thousand home fires were reported in the United States in 2007, according ... | |
2/9/2009 | |
| Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Safety Leadership Award Recognizing A Commitment to Firefighter Health and SafetyThe Congressional Fire Services Institute and National Fallen Firefighters Foundation are ... | |
2/3/2009 | |
| Application Period Open: FY 2008 Fire Prevention & Safety GrantsThe Department of Homeland Security has posted the FY2008 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grants Program Guidance on the Assis ... | |
1/30/2009 | |
| NFPA launches new initiative to help Bring Safety Home with fire sprinklersCampaign will focus on encouraging sprinkler adoptions for new one- and two-family homes on a statewide and local level Janua ... | |
1/12/2009 | |
| The Western (IFC) Code Action Committee will meet in Vancouver Washington January 27 and 28, 2009 to initiate the next round of amendments to the International Fire Code. The meeting will be held at ... | |
10/13/2008 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association has sent a letter of opposition in response to the NFPA proposal to develop a Standard for a "Local Incident Managment System".Anyone interested in commenting ... | |
8/19/2008 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association is pleased to announce their support and endorsement of Chief Lawrence Rude's candidacy for the open ICC Board of Directors position. The election will be held ... | |
7/31/2008 | |
| Funeral Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008Funeral Time: 1400 Hours - 1500 Hours (approximately)Funeral Location: Christian Faith Center33645 20 Ave. S.Federal Way, WA 98003There will be a procession leadi ... | |
7/21/2008 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association announces its endorsement of Chief Al Gillespie for 2009 IAFC 2nd Vice President.To find out more about Candidate Al Gillespie, please visit his cam ... | |
6/9/2008 | |
| 2008 Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival Week:Committed to Long-Term Results June 22-28, 2008 Committed to Long-Term Results encourages long-term investments by chiefs and firefighters to enhance th ... | |
5/21/2008 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association announced its endorsement of candidate Chief Jim Wilson for the Volunteer & Combination Officers Section (VCOS) Board. ... | |
4/2/2008 | |
| Since the story first aired on a TV news program in 2006, thousands of people have contacted the department to express their outrage. Understandably, it touched a raw nerve: Here was a glaring exampl ... | |
2/11/2008 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association formally announces its endorsement of Candidate Jack Parow for 2008 IAFC 2nd Vice President. To find out more about Candidate Jack Parow, please visit his camp ... | |
11/20/2007 | |
| Chief Kelvin Chochran of Shreveport, LA accepts appointment as fire chief in Altanta, Georgia and resigns his position as IAFC first vice president. In accordance with the IAFC bylaws and follo ... | |
9/17/2007 | |
| A combination nationwide webcast, teleconference and television broadcast regarding the NRF will take place on September 19, 2007, from 1:30-2:30 pm EST from the studio of the National Preparedn ... | |
9/10/2007 | |
| At Fire Rescue International in Atlanta, the following WFCA Board changes took place.WFCA President - Chief Ed Wilson, Lake Oswego, OregonWFCA Vice President - Chief Gary Aleshire, Everett, Washi ... | |
8/17/2007 | |
| FRI 2007Fire-Rescue InternationalAtlanta, Georgia August 23-25, 2007 Member Events Division Joint Luncheon Date: Thursday, August 24, 2007Time: 11:00 AM - 1:15 PMDescripti ... | |
8/3/2007 | |
| Fire-Rescue International (FRI) is only a month away! Have you registered? As an IAFC member and a member of the Western Division (WFCA) FRI offers a number of educational sessions and workshops that ... | |
8/2/2007 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association anounced its endorsement of Candidate Wayne Senter for International Director for Fire and Life Safety Section.The Section's annual meeting and election will be hel ... | |
6/28/2007 | |
| The Western Fire Chiefs Association announced its endorsement of the followng candidates for the Volunteer & Combination Officers Section (VCOS) Board. &n ... | |
2/26/2007 | |
| Fire Chief Jeff Johnson Formally Announces Candidacy for IAFC 2nd Vice President in 2008 The IAFC Western Division proudly announces that President Jeff Johnson has formally announced his candid ... | |
1/30/2007 | |
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WFCA President Speaks Out on Fire-Safe Cigarette Legislation | 12/19/2006 |
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