Safety 101 - Lesson 29
There are always attempts to change the fundamental approaches to risk management and it can be altered to your department's needs.
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Monthly Archive
May 2009
May 25, 2009
May 21, 2009
USFA Hosts National Fire Prevention Conference
USFA was honored to once again play host to nearly 140 fire prevention professionals for the 5th National Prevention Advocacy Resources and Data Exchange (PARADE) Conference, May 14-16. Resolutions supporting fire sprinklers in one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses and a ban on the sale of novelty lighters were unanimously passed by participants.
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James Burns Awarded 2009 Excellence in Fire Prevention Award
James Burns, former Administrator of the New York Office of Fire Prevention and Control, was awarded the R..Wayne Powell Excellence in Fire Prevention Award at the 2009 PARADE Conference.
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Causes and Characteristics of Fires in Medical Facilities
TUSFA estimates in its latest Topical Fire Series report that an average of 6,400 fires occurs each year in medical facilities. Annually, these fires are responsible for 5 civilian deaths, 175 civilian injuries, and $34 million in property loss.
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May 11, 2009
New Firefighter Staffing and Funding Resource
FireFighterCloseCalls.com has created a unique resource that shows cuts and other budgetary issues facing fire departments around North America.
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