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#3894 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Mon Dec 14, 2009 11:31 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-38 -Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar Ulster and Orange Cou 		chiefhac
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 From NYS OFPC: 

The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control in cooperation with the North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD) and the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program (AFG) are pleased to announce the Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar.

 Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar Ulster and Orange Counties

Through a review of data by the AFG program it was determined that Fire Departments in the State of New York that have been unsuccessful in their attempts to be awarded grants through the AFG program may benefit by attending this seminar.  An experienced and successful grant writer will present a step by step program that will explain and show you how to fill out the AFG grant application.  They will explain the important elements that need to be included in the narrative and how to interpret the guidance document that the AFG program releases when the grant period is open.  This seminar is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insight into the AFG program which may give you a better chance at being successful in your attempt to receive federal grant money.  All Fire Service and EMS personnel are encouraged to attend this free four hour grant seminar, we hope to see you there.

See attached file for all information.

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#3893 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Mon Dec 14, 2009 11:46 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-39 - Power Point of NYS Truss ID Law attached. 		chiefhac
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From Dave Walsh, Program Chair,
Dutchess Community College Fire Science program
  

PowerPoint of NYS Truss ID Law has been revised/updated.

It’s available at http://faculty.sunydutchess.edu/walsh/POWERPOINT/BUILDING%20CONSTRUCTION/buildingconstruction.htm

It can be downloaded or just “viewed”

David K. Walsh

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Dutchess Community College Fire Science program

53 Pendell Rd

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-1595

845.431.8318

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#3892 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Fri Dec 11, 2009 7:33 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-37 - Boston: DA ties crash to poor training 		chiefhac
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From Boston Globe:
 
DA ties crash to poor training

Firetruck driver didn’t know emergency steps

The Boston Fire Department failed to provide adequate training on how to handle firetrucks in emergency situations, so when a firefighter tried desperately to slow his ladder truck as it careered down a steep hill on Jan. 9, he had no knowledge of how to overcome the massive brake failure, according to crash investigation results released yesterday.

The driver did not know to check brake pressure before he got behind the wheel that day and then, when the brakes failed, did not know how to engage secondary braking systems.

Instead, he pumped the brakes, releasing any remaining air pressure from the brake system, and put the truck into neutral, preventing the secondary brakes from engaging. The truck eventually slammed into an apartment building, killing a passenger, Lieutenant Kevin M. Kelley.

Suffolk District Attorney Daniel F. Conley, who conducted the investigation, said there was no way to know if the driver, Robert B. O’Neill, could have stopped the truck if he had been properly trained and acted accordingly.

“It was a 22-ton truck; it’s going down one of the steepest hills in Boston,’’ Conley said. “There’s just no way to say.’’

But the findings underscored the Boston Fire Department’s woeful lack of training, Conley said. Standard industry practices would have dictated that firefighters inspect trucks daily, including air pressure on the brakes, and that they be trained in all aspects of handling trucks.

Read complete article at Boston.com: DA ties crash to poor training

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#3891 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Fri Dec 11, 2009 7:14 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-36 - New Haven, Conn: For 25 FF's, long-awaited day arrives 		chiefhac
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From New HavenRegister.com:
 
 For 25 firefighters, long-awaited day arrives

By William Kaempffer, Register Staff

 
Fire Lt. James Kottage pins a badge on newly promoted Lt. Frank Ricci. Looking on at Thursday’s ceremony are, from left, New Haven Firefighters Local 825 President Patrick Egan, Mayor John DeStefano Jr. and Fire Chief Michael Grant. Ricci was the lead plaintiff in a U.S. Supreme Court case brought by 20 city firefighters who said they were wrongfully denied promotions when test results were thrown out because not enough black firefighters scored in the top tier. (Mara Lavitt/Register)

NEW HAVEN — Frank Ricci, a firefighter whose name became synonymous with a six-year legal fight for a promotion he believed was improperly denied, received his lieutenant’s badge Thursday.

He was joined by 13 other members of the so-called New Haven 20.

In the audience, the lawyer who brought their case to the U.S. Supreme Court sat in the front row, wiping away tears as her clients walked by.

“The important thing to remember is 14 plaintiffs are getting their badges today, but it took 20 to make history,” Ricci said Thursday afternoon as he prepared to march into the packed auditorium at Wilbur Cross High School.

Read complete article at nhhavenregister.com: For 25 firefighters, long-awaited day arrives

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#3890 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Fri Dec 11, 2009 6:41 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-35 -Sec Napolitano Announces Grant Guidance for More Than $2.7 B 		chiefhac
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Napolitano Announces Grant Guidance for More Than $2.7 Billion in Fiscal Year 2010 Grant Programs 
 
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the release of fiscal year 2010 grant application guidance kits for 13 DHS grant programs totaling more than $2.7 billion—funds for state, local, tribal and territorial governments and private sector entities to strengthen our nation’s ability to prevent, protect, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks, major disasters and other emergencies.
 

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#3889 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Thu Dec 10, 2009 3:05 pm
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-32 - Request for Information 		chiefhac
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Fire Department Seeking Information.
 
A Fire Departments  is looking for information / contracts / memos of understanding etc. for developing an automatic mutual aid policy. All information is appreciated.
 
Send to: 
 
Glen Miller 

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#3888 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Thu Dec 10, 2009 2:41 pm
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-31 - Passing of NYSAFC Past President Andy Messina. 		chiefhac
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Notice From NYSAFC:
 
It is with deep sadness that we report the passing of NYSAFC Past President Andy Messina.  
 
The arrangements are as follows:

Arrangements for Past President Andy Messina
Bartholomew Clair S & Son
302 Bedford Ave Bellmore, NY 11710-3617
Local: (516) 785-0225

Saturday 2-4   7-9:30
Sunday   2-4   7-9:30
Fire Department Services Sunday at 8PM

 
Funeral Mass Monday at 9:45 at
St Barnabas C C D Ofc
408 Bedford Ave Bellmore, NY 11710-3655
Local: (516) 785-0130 
 
 

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#3887 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Thu Dec 10, 2009 8:15 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-30 - NYS OFPC: Test Burn Report Follow Up. 		chiefhac
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 From NYS OFPC Chief Tom Wutz:
 
 

Test Burn Report Follow Up.

 

The recent report that was issued after findings of a test burn is not meant to single out any manufacturer.  This report is meant to ensure that the members that are participating in Live Fire evolutions are supplied with turn out gear that meets the current nationally recognized standards.  The report proved that out dated gear was manufactured under standards that are not in use and should not be utilized for any Live Fire evolutions.  All helmets that are in compliance with current nationally recognized standards are held to a higher standard than those that were used in the test burn.  Please ensure that when students are participating in any OFPC Live Fire training that they have gear that meets current compliance.

 

Be safe

Tom

 

 

 



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#3886 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Thu Dec 10, 2009 8:15 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-29 - USFA: Best TIME TO APPLY TO THE NFA 		chiefhac
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Due to the current economic conditions, many governments are invoking “no travel” policies.  Even though the National Fire Academy reimburses the cost of travel to and from the campus and provides the training and a dorm room at no cost, some governments are not making any exceptions.  No travel means “no travel at all, no matter the cost or value.” As a result, the number of applications is “down” from last year’s application period.

THERE PROBABLY HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO APPLY TO THE NFA.

The application period for the second semester of National Fire Academy resident classes closes December 15 – YOU HAVE 6 DAYS TO APPLY.

All information about courses, applications and suggestions for successful completion of the application can be found at the following sites:

Course Catalog and schedules:

www.usfa.dhs.gov/nfa/catalog/index.shtm

Download Applications

Tips to completing your application:

Eight Tips for Completing a Successful NFA Application

Completed applications for resident courses must be sent to the following address:

Office of Admissions, Building I, Room 216
National Emergency Training Center
16825 South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727-8998
Applications may also be faxed to (301) 447-1441.

For more information, please call the Admissions Office at (800) 238-3358, ext. 1035 or (301) 447-1035.

Please share this with your organizations, friends and colleagues.

The United States Fire Administration recommends everyone should have a comprehensive fire protection plan that includes smoke alarms, residential sprinklers, and practicing a home fire escape plan.

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#3885 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Wed Dec 9, 2009 11:45 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-28 - Tonight’s NYSAFC Dutchess County Seminar Cancelled 		chiefhac
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Tonight’s NYSAFC Dutchess County Seminar Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather
The December 9th Dutchess County NYSAFC Fall Seminar “Big City Strategies & Tactics for Small Town Fire Departments” with Firefighter Jeff Shupe of the Cleveland F.D. at Millbrook High School in Millbrook, NY has been cancelled due to inclement weather. Efforts are being made by the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs to reschedule for a future date.
 
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#3884 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Wed Dec 9, 2009 6:51 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-27 - FEMA And The FCC Announce Adoption Of Standards 		chiefhac
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FEMA And The FCC Announce Adoption Of Standards For Wireless Carriers To Receive And Deliver Emergency Alerts Via Mobile Devices

Link to article: http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=50056

FEMA And The FCC Announce Adoption Of Standards For Wireless Carriers To
Receive And Deliver Emergency Alerts Via Mobile Devices
Release Date: December 7, 2009
Release Number: HQ-09-148

WASHINGTON D.C. -- As part of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System
(IPAWS), the nation's next generation of emergency alert and warning
networks, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today
announced the adoption of the design specifications for the development of a
gateway interface that will enable wireless carriers to provide its
customers with timely and accurate emergency alerts and warnings via their
cell phones and other mobile devices.

The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) is one of many projects within
IPAWS intended to provide emergency mangers and the President of the United
States a means to send alerts and warnings to the public. Specifically, CMAS
provides Federal, state, territorial, tribal and local government officials
the ability to send 90 character geographically targeted text messages to
the public regarding emergency alert and warning of imminent threats to life
and property, Amber alerts, and Presidential emergency messages. The CMAS is
a combined effort of the federal government and cellular providers to define
a common standard for cellular alerts.

Today's announcement marks the beginning of the 28-month period, mandated by
the FCC in August 2008, for commercial mobile service providers who have
elected to participate in the design specifications known as CMAS to
develop, test and deploy the system and deliver mobile alerts to the public
by 2012.

"Working as a team with our partners in the public and private sectors, the
adoption of the CMAS standard brings us even closer to making the nation's
next-generation of emergency alerts and warnings - Integrated Public Alert
and Warning System (IPAWS) - a reality," said FEMA Administrator Craig
Fugate. "Our goal is simple, to give one message over more devices to more
people for maximum safety."

"Today's announcement brings us one step closer to ensuring that Americans
receive critical emergency alerts and warnings to protect themselves on the
go, anywhere, anytime," said FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski. "I applaud
FEMA for its leadership and look forward to working with both FEMA and the
wireless industry to expedite the delivery of this important public safety
service to consumers."

Wireless carriers who choose to participate in the CMAS will relay
authorized text-based alerts to their subscribers. To ensure that persons
with disabilities who subscribe to wireless services receive these emergency
alerts, the FCC adopted rules in 2008 that will require participating
wireless carriers to transmit messages with both vibration cadence and audio
attention signals.

The adoption of CMAS culminates the collaborative specification development
work between FEMA, the Department of Homeland Security Science and
Technology Directorate (DHS S&T), the Alliance of Telecommunications
Industry Solutions (ATIS), and the Telecommunications Industry Association
(TIA) and begins the next phase of CMAS collaboration with industry in which
FEMA will build the Federal Alert Aggregator/Gateway. This collaboration
with industry is a key component of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning
System (IPAWS) Programs' ability to provide alerts and warnings to the
public through as many means as possible, including commercial mobile
services.

FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure
that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our
capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and
mitigate all hazards.
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Date: Wed Dec 9, 2009 6:36 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-26 - Christmas Holiday Card to the Troops overseas: 		chiefhac
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For those who may be interested in sending a  Christmas Holiday Card to the Troops Overseas:
 
XEROX IS DOING SOMETHING NICE
 
If you go to this web site, www.LetsSayThanks.com   you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in  Iraq . You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.
 
How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!!    It is FREE and it only takes a second.
 
 
Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch of these?    Whether you are for or against the war, our soldiers over there need to know we are behind them.
 
This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to say thank you.    Please take the time and please take the time to pass it on for others to do.
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Date: Wed Dec 9, 2009 6:35 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-25 - Russian fire chief fired as blaze toll reaches 118 		chiefhac
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From News.Yahoo.com:
 
Russian fire chief fired as blaze toll reaches 118
 
By JIM HEINTZ, Associated Press Writer Jim Heintz, Associated Press Writer –

MOSCOW – The fire chief of a Russian city where a nightclub blaze killed 118 revelers was fired Tuesday and authorities said fire records for the club appear to have been falsified.

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, meanwhile, acknowledged that Russia's lax fire safety enforcement remains a problem and lambasted officials and businessmen for their irresponsibility in connection with the weekend tragedy.

The blaze at the Lame Horse nightclub in the city of Perm broke out early Saturday when an indoor fireworks display ignited the ceiling, which was decorated with wooden branches. The blaze spread with shocking speed while the hundreds of customers tried to flee through a single exit. Many of the victims succumbed to gases or were crushed in the throng.

Read complete article at News.Yahoo.com: Russian fire chief fired as blaze toll reaches 118

 
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Date: Wed Dec 9, 2009 6:34 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-24 - NYS Office of Homeland Security Training 		chiefhac
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The New York State Office of Homeland Security announces the following DHS approved training opportunity.

Please distribute this to the appropriate organizations and persons in your jurisdiction, agency or county. Additional training opportunities are listed on our training calendar at http://www.security.state.ny.us/training/training_calendar.html

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC BIOLOGICAL INCIDENTS

Course: PER – 220

January 5-7, 2010

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location

Ramada Inn

5920 Airport Road

Oriskany, NY 13424 

 ***This course will include a lecture by William Patrick who has over 50 years experience in the field of biological warfare, including 7 years as Chief of the Product Development Division, Biological Warfare Laboratories, before the U.S. offensive program was disestablished in 1972.

Mr. Patrick has made numerous guest-lecturing appearances at the National War College, Army War College, MIT, CDC, and the National Academy of Science. He holds 5 U.S. patents pertaining to the biological processes and equipment, and has authored sixteen articles in the scientific literature as well as 98 major in-house Department of the Army publications.

 ***Lodging will be provided on the nights of January 4, 5 & 6, 2010. You are only eligible for

lodging if your residence and official work station are more than 50 miles from the training center

and you are a State or Local Agency First Responder from New York. (See registration form).

o Lodging is NOT available for Federal Employees or Private Industry participants.

See attached pdf file for additional information and class registration.

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#3880 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Tue Dec 8, 2009 2:55 pm
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-22 - OFPC: Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar Westchester 		chiefhac
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From NYS OFPC:

Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar

 The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control in cooperation with the North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD) and the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program (AFG) are pleased to announce the Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar.

 Through a review of data by the AFG program it was determined that Fire Departments in the State of New York that have been unsuccessful in their attempts to be awarded grants through the AFG program may benefit by attending this seminar. An experienced and successful grant writer will present a step by step program that will explain and show you how to fill out the AFG grant application. They will explain the important elements that need to be included in the narrative and how to interpret the guidance document that the AFG program releases when the grant period is open. This seminar is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insight into the AFG program which may give you a better chance at being successful in your attempt to receive federal grant money. All Fire Service and EMS personnel are encouraged to attend this free four hour grant seminar, we hope to see you there.

Where: Westchester County Training Center

When: Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

A PDF of this announcement is attached for your convenience in distributing the information to the emergency services organizations within your counties, regions, and jurisdictions.

 William Lamb

Deputy Chief, Special Services

Office of Fire Prevention & Control

Suite 500

One Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Avenue

Albany NY 12231-0001

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Date: Tue Dec 8, 2009 2:59 pm
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-23 - National Weather Service Fire Weather Web Page 		chiefhac
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From NYS OFPC:
 
National Weather Service Fire Weather Web Page

The ability of the National Weather Service (NWS) to provide digital and graphic fire weather products and services over the internet continues to increase. Concurrently, the need for improved fire weather information on the internet by land management and fire suppression agencies also continues to increase.  Multiple federal fire weather user agencies have expressed a need for an improved national fire weather web page that includes more interactive graphics. OS/22 Fire and Public Weather Branch will test a new, highly interactive national fire weather web page from October 2, 2009 to March 1, 2010. Because existing fire weather information is bundled and/or presented in new formats, the national fire weather web page is considered a new experimental service.

A PDF of this announcement, which includes website addresses, is attached for your convenience in distributing this Information Bulletin to the emergency services in your county, region, or jurisdiction.

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#3878 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Tue Dec 8, 2009 7:57 am
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From fireRescue1.com:
Canada firefighters' cell photo causes flap

By Bartley Kives
The Winnipeg Free Press


 

WINNIPEG, Canada — The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is investigating the circumstances surrounding a pair of firefighters' decision to pose and take a cell phone photo in front of a Redwood Avenue blaze.

On Thursday evening, Free Press photographer Boris Minkevich took a photo of a defensive fire with two Winnipeg firefighters in the foreground. One posed for a cellphone picture shot by the other while they waited for aerial equipment to be set up.

Read complete article at FireRescue1.com: Canada Firefighters' Cell Photo Causes Flap

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#3877 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Tue Dec 8, 2009 7:25 am
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From NYS OFPC: Bullard Helmet Heat Test
 
Attached is a copy of the report from FPS Andy Jones concerning the damaged Bullard helmets during a FF 1 live burn. As you can read in the report the deformation of the helmets occurred at temperatures much lower than the design performance specification. If you are aware of any fire departments using these helmets please pass this information along with a strong recommendation to discontinue their use.
 
See attached report with test results.
 
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Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-19 - Ex-Catskill fire vols get day in federal court 		chiefhac
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 From Kingston Daily Freeman:
Ex-Catskill fire vols get day in federal court
 

By Ariel Zangla
Freeman staff

CATSKILL — Two former volunteer firefighters who filed a lawsuit against the Village Board and Catskill Fire Department claiming their First Amendment rights were violated will be allowed to present their case to a jury.

The lawsuit, on behalf of Joel Shanks and his father, Ricky Shanks, was filed in December 2006 in U.S. District Court. In early September, Judge Gary Sharpe issued a decision denying a motion by the defendants for a summary judgment, meaning the case would proceed to trial.

“The Shanks will have their day in court,” attorney Evan Foulke of Goshen said of his clients last week. He said, though, a date for that trial had not yet been set.

Foulke said the judge’s recent decision shot down the defendants’ claim that the Shanks could not prove the case that their First Amendment rights had been violated. He said the judge also told the defendants their defense was “kind of laughable.” The decision opened the door for the case to proceed to a trial where a jury will decide the outcome, Foulke said.

Read complete article at Kingston DailyFreeman.com: 

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#3875 From: CHIEFHAC@...
Date: Mon Dec 7, 2009 12:03 pm
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The City of Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission is seeking an innovative and committed fire professional to serve as the City’s next FIRE CHIEF.

 

See attached file for information.

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#3874 From: CHIEFHAC@...
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United States Food and Drug Administration
Posts Nationwide Recall For Slim Fast...
 
Go to the THE EMERGENCY EMAIL & WIRELESS NETWORK:
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THE EMERGENCY EMAIL & WIRELESS NETWORK
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From MSNBC.com:

Russia fire toll rises, club managers arrested. President vows 'maximum punishment,' wants tougher fire codes.

An explosion and fire apparently caused by pyrotechnics tore through a nightclub in the Russian city of Perm early Saturday, killing 102 people, according to news reports.

Read complete article at MSNBC.com: Russia fire toll rises, club managers arrested.

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Date: Mon Dec 7, 2009 6:56 am
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 Ford Ambulance Class Action Settlement
 
If you purchased or leased a model year 2003-2007 ambulance built with a Ford F-Series or E-Series ambulance prep package chassis equipped with a 6.0-liter diesel engine, you are a member of the Settlement Class and may be entitled to reimbursement of certain engine-related repair expenses, an extension of your vehicle’s warranties and other benefits.

On August 3, 2009, the Court’s approval of the Settlement Agreement became final and effective.  This means that Ford will now provide the Settlement’s benefits to class members.  This website provides you with important information with respect to the Settlement Agreement and benefits for which you may be eligible.  Please click here for a summary of the benefits. In the event of a variance between this summary and the terms of the Settlement Agreement, the Settlement Agreement controls.

On this website you can do the following:

Link to settlement notice website: http://www.ambulancesettlement.com/
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#3871 From: Daniel Nichols <rotoray@...>
Date: Sun Dec 6, 2009 5:43 am
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www.ambulancesettlement.com

 

Anyone with an ambulance on a Ford F or E series with a 6.0 liter diesel and 2003-2007 model year can reclaim certain engine repair costs and possible additional warranty; based on this settlement.

 

FYI- It has an aggressive deadline.

 

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Date: Fri Dec 4, 2009 8:58 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-14 - OFPC: Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar - Oneida Coun 		chiefhac
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From OFPC:
 

Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar - Oneida County

 

The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control in cooperation with the North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD) and the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program (AFG) are pleased to announce the Enhancing Grant Writing Skills Seminar.

 

Through a review of data by the AFG program it was determined that Fire Departments in the State of New York that have been unsuccessful in their attempts to be awarded grants through the AFG program may benefit by attending this seminar. An experienced and successful grant writer will present a step by step program that will explain and show you how to fill out the AFG grant application. They will explain the important elements that need to be included in the narrative and how to interpret the guidance document that the AFG program releases when the grant period is open. This seminar is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insight into the AFG program which may give you a better chance at being successful in your attempt to receive federal grant money. All Fire Service and EMS personnel are encouraged to attend this free four hour grant seminar, we hope to see you there.

 

 Where: Whitesboro Fire Department – Oneida County

When: Tuesday December 15, 2009

When: 6:30 to 10:30 PM

 

A PDF of this announcement is attached for your convenience in distributing this Information Bulletin to the fire and rescue services within your counties, regions, and jurisdictions. 

 

William Lamb

Deputy Chief, Special Services

Office of Fire Prevention & Control

Suite 500

One Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Avenue

Albany NY 12231-0001

 

Office: 518.474.6746

Fax: 518.474.3240

 

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Date: Fri Dec 4, 2009 6:55 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-13 - OFPC: Winter Weather Hazard Reminder 		chiefhac
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 From OFPC: 

Winter Weather Hazard Reminder

Wind Chill, Frost Bite, and Hypothermia are three hazards to firefighters during winter/cold weather operations.  Now is the time to prepare equipment, apparatus, and personnel for cold weather operations.

 

Attached is a PDF Information Bulletin for your convenience in distributing this reminder to all fire, rescue and emergency service providers in your counties, regions and jurisdictions.

 

This Information Bulletin will be posted to our website, www.dos.state.ny.us/fire within the next few days.

 

William Lamb

Deputy Chief, Special Services

Office of Fire Prevention & Control

Suite 500

One Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Avenue

Albany NY 12231-0001

 

Office: 518.474.6746

Fax: 518.474.3240

 

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Date: Fri Dec 4, 2009 6:54 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-12 - CDC: PHISHING SCAM - CDC Sponsored State Vaccination Progr 		chiefhac
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http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTY1MjYyNCZtZXNzYWdlaWQ9UFJELUJVTC02NTI2MjQmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xMjE1NjIxNzY1JmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2hpZWZoYWNAYW9sLmNvbSZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2hpZWZoYWNAYW9sLmNvbSZleHRyYT0mJiY=&&&100&&&http://www.cdc.gov

PHISHING SCAM  - CDC Sponsored State Vaccination Program for H1N1

CDC has received reports of fraudulent emails (phishing) referencing a CDC sponsored State Vaccination Program for H1N1. The messages request that users create a personal H1N1 (swine flu) Vaccination Profile on the CDC.gov web site.

An example of the phishing email is below:

http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTY1MjYyNCZtZXNzYWdlaWQ9UFJELUJVTC02NTI2MjQmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xMjE1NjIxNzY1JmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2hpZWZoYWNAYW9sLmNvbSZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2hpZWZoYWNAYW9sLmNvbSZleHRyYT0mJiY=&&&101&&&http://www.cdc.gov/hoaxes_rumors.html

Users that click on the embedded link in the email are at risk of having malicious code installed on their system. CDC reminds users to take the following steps to reduce the risk of being a victim of a phishing attack:

  • Do not open or respond to unsolicited email messages.
  • Do not click links embedded in emails from unknown senders.
  • Use caution when entering personal information online.
  • Update anti-virus, spyware, firewall, and anti-spam software regularly.


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Date: Fri Dec 4, 2009 6:54 am
Subject: NYSAFC FYI 1209-11 - USFA: Decorate Safely for the Holiday Season 		chiefhac
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Decorate Safely for the Holiday Season

Keep your holidays injury-free with these important safety tips from Safe Kids USA and the United States Fire Administration

Washington, DC — In addition to food, family, and gifts, decorations are one of the reasons that many look forward to the holiday season. While candles, Christmas trees, and other decorations are part of the holiday spirit, they can pose fire and poisoning hazards, especially to curious children.  Safe Kids USA and the United States Fire Administration remind parents and caregivers to take a few precautions when decorating for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and other festivities. 

Wintertime is the most dangerous time of the year for injuries and deaths from fire.  Each year, approximately 450 children ages 14 and under die in residential fires; children under the age of 5 are at the greatest risk. “Never, never leave lit candles unattended,” says Suzanne Morton, Safe Kids USA fire and burn safety program manager. “Don’t put candles on a tree or a natural wreath, or near curtains or drapes, and keep matches and lighters locked out of reach of children.”

In 2005, candles started an estimated 15,600 home fires in the United States, and the top four days for candle fires are around Christmas and New Year’s, according to the National Fire Protection Association.  Battery-operated flameless candles are an alternative that does not have a fire risk.  Decorative lighting should be labeled with the seal of an independent testing lab and should only be used outdoors if it’s labeled for outdoor use.

“I am pleased to join with Safe Kids USA to raise the level of awareness about the potential dangers during the holiday season,” said U.S. Fire Administrator, Kelvin J. Cochran.  “Make sure your smoke alarms are working and that your children can hear them while they are sleeping; make and practice a home fire escape plan; and follow basic safety tips regarding holiday decorating.”

If you decorate a tree, Safe Kids USA and the USFA recommend these precautions:

·         Never leave a lighted Christmas tree or other decorative lighting display unattended. Inspect lights for exposed or frayed wires, loose connections, and broken sockets. Do not overload extension cords or outlets and do not run an electrical cord under a rug.

·         Natural Christmas trees always involve some risk of fire. To minimize the risk, get a fresh tree and keep it watered at all times. Do not put the tree within three feet of a fireplace, space heater, radiator, or heat vent.

·         Decorate with children in mind. Do not put ornaments that have small parts or metal hooks, or look like food or candy, on the lower branches where small children can reach them. Trim protruding branches at or below a child’s eye level, and keep lights out of reach.

·         Do not burn Christmas tree branches, treated wood, or wrapping paper in a home fireplace.

Safe Kids USA also offers these tips to prevent poisoning:

·         Keep alcohol (including baking extracts) out of reach and do not leave alcoholic drinks unattended.

·         Color additives used in fireplace fires are a toxic product and should be stored out of reach. Artificial snow can be harmful if inhaled, so use it in a well-vented space.

·         Mistletoe berries, Holly Berry and Jerusalem Cherry can be poisonous. If they are used in decorating, make sure children and pets cannot reach it.

·         In a poison emergency, call the national Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222.

For more information about holiday safety, call 202-662-0600 or visit the fire and poisoning prevention pages at www.usa.safekids.org.  For in-depth fire safety information, visit the USFA’s fire safety Web site at www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens.

About Safe Kids USA
Safe Kids USA is a member of Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations with the mission of preventing unintentional childhood injury, the leading cause of death and disability to children ages 1 to 14 in the U.S. More than 600 coalitions in the United States and nineteen member countries worldwide bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments and volunteers to educate and protect families.

About the United States Fire Administration
As an entity of the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency, the mission of the USFA is to provide national leadership to foster a solid foundation for our fire and emergency services stakeholders in prevention, preparedness, and response.

The United States Fire Administration recommends everyone should have a comprehensive fire protection plan that includes smoke alarms, residential sprinklers, and practicing a home fire escape plan.

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From Buffalonews.com:

LOCKPORT Firefighters’ union sues city

By Thomas J. Prohaska
NEWS NIAGARA REPORTER
December 02, 2009, 7:07 AM / 2 comments

LOCKPORT — The city firefighters’ union has filed suit against the city in an effort to get a judge to enforce a state mediator’s ruling requiring more firefighters to be assigned to each shift.

Randall Parker, president of the Lockport Professional Fire Fighters Association, also said Tuesday that the union has filed an improper labor practice charge against the city because of the Common Council’s refusal to vote on a new contract with the union.

Mayor Michael W. Tucker said, “I don’t foresee us changing our stance.”

The lawsuit, filed in State Supreme Court Monday, asks for an order forcing the city to comply with the Oct. 7 ruling by Dennis J. Campagna, a mediator with the state Public Employment Relations Board.

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New Haven fire board approves long-sought promotions

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

By William Kaempffer, Register Staff

NEW HAVEN — The Board of Fire Commissioners today approved the promotions of one Hispanic and 13 white firefighters, giving them the advancement they fought for all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.

A formal promotional ceremony is scheduled for Dec. 10.

“This is really an important day. It’s historic,” said newly minted Capt. Matt Marcarelli, who scored No. 1 on the captain exam.

The plaintiffs are holding off on celebrating until Dec. 10, he said.

TODAY'S STORY: Firefighter promotion on front burner

MORE COVERAGE: The New Haven 20

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