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U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Pittsburg, OK
Fetched: January 5th, 2009, 4:00pm EST
John C. Myers of the Union Chapel Volunteer Fire Department in Pittsburg, OK has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2009-01-03 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Booneville, MS
Fetched: January 5th, 2009, 4:00pm EST
Richard Lee Montgomery of the Hobo - Big V Volunteer Fire Department in Booneville, MS has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-31 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Elizabeth, NJ
Fetched: January 5th, 2009, 4:00pm EST
Gary Stephens of the Elizabeth Fire Department in Elizabeth, NJ has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2009-01-02 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Career Opportunities
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National Fire Academy Internship Program
Posted: January 2nd, 2009, 2:25pm EST
National Fire Academy announces a new college internship program for men and women interested in a career in the fire and emergency services.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Rock Spring, GA
Fetched: January 2nd, 2009, 10:24am EST
Jarrett Little of the Walker County Fire and Rescue in Rock Spring, GA has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-31 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: East Pembroke, NY
Fetched: December 31st, 2008, 2:08pm EST
Norm Koch of the East Pembroke Fire Department in East Pembroke, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-30 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Princeton Junction, NJ
Fetched: December 31st, 2008, 2:08pm EST
Dennis G McClenahan of the Princeton Junction Volunteer Fire Co. #1 in Princeton Junction, NJ has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-27 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: De Borgia, MT
Fetched: December 31st, 2008, 2:08pm EST
Jerry Parrick of the West End Volunteer Fire and Rescue in De Borgia, MT has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-17 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Fire Service Alerts and Advisories
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SCOTT HUD Quick Disconnect Hoses
Posted: December 30th, 2008, 8:36am EST
SCOTT HUD Quick Disconnect Hoses
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Standpipe Express Drains
Posted: December 30th, 2008, 8:20am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain the purpose of a standpipe system express drain.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Blenheim, SC
Fetched: December 23rd, 2008, 4:05pm EST
Steve Hagan, Sr. of the Blenheim Fire Department in Blenheim, SC has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-22 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Delaware City, DE
Fetched: December 23rd, 2008, 4:05pm EST
Michelle L Smith of the Delaware City Fire Company No. 1, Inc. in Delaware City, DE has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-22 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Sprinklers in Corrosive Environments
Posted: December 23rd, 2008, 11:05am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify environments where corrosion may affect sprinkler performance. (PDF, 219 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Haugan, MT
Fetched: December 20th, 2008, 12:07am EST
Jerry Parrick of the West End Volunteer Fire Department in Haugan, MT has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-17 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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December 18, 2008
Posted: December 19th, 2008, 9:13am EST
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC December 18 Infogram: Nuclear Emergency Support Team, EOC 2009 Funds Available, Policing Terrorism: An Executive's Guide, Holiday Vigilance
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Get Better Results (Part 1): Google Search Basics
Posted: December 17th, 2008, 10:10am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify four basic essentials for more effectively searching Google. (PDF, 250 Kb) -
Housekeeping
Posted: December 16th, 2008, 8:45am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify housekeeping conditions that need correction. (PDF, 273 Kb) -
Avoiding Unwanted Accidents
Posted: December 11th, 2008, 7:58am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify recommended consumer product storage requirements for a specific manufactured item. (PDF, 259 Kb) -
Quick tips for searching the Learning Resource Center (LRC) Online Catalog
Posted: December 11th, 2008, 7:58am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to formulate effective search strategies by applying Boolean techniques when researching a fire service topic in the Learning Resource Center's (LRC) Online Catalog. (PDF, 305 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Thiensville, WI
Fetched: December 10th, 2008, 6:56am EST
Rick H. Borkin of the Thiensville Fire Department in Thiensville, WI has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-12-08 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Sprinkler Valve Position Identification
Posted: December 9th, 2008, 7:58am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify one method of marking sprinkler valves for "normal" positions. (PDF, 259 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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Voice Radio Communications Guide for the Fire Service Released
Posted: December 5th, 2008, 8:34am EST
USFA and the International Association of Fire Fighters today released a new guide to assist the fire service in navigating through the complex technological and legal issues surrounding today's public safety communications options.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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December 4, 2008
Posted: December 5th, 2008, 8:32am EST
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC December 4 Infogram: Recession Effects on Emergency Services, Relevance of Mumbai Attacks for First Responders, Voice Radio Communications Guide, ESS Protection through Vaccination
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Heated Air FLow
Posted: December 2nd, 2008, 7:25am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain the difference between a laminar and turbulent flame. -
Saying it Correctly
Posted: November 25th, 2008, 7:33am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain the difference among the terms "fusible," "frangible," "friable," and "fissile".
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Brooklyn, NY
Fetched: November 24th, 2008, 12:37pm EST
Robert J. Ryan, Jr. of the Fire Department City of New York in Brooklyn, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-23 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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November 20, 2008
Posted: November 21st, 2008, 8:14am EST
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC November 20 Infogram: MRSA Outbreaks in Wildland Communities, Winter Weather Preparedness, DVD for Rural Volunteers, Wildland Firefighting Health Risks
U.S. Fire Administration Fire Service Alerts and Advisories
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Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard
Posted: November 20th, 2008, 9:50pm EST
Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Stone Park, IL
Fetched: November 19th, 2008, 9:14pm EST
Steve D. Kline of the Stone Park Fire Department in Stone Park, IL has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-18 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Goldsboro, NC
Fetched: November 19th, 2008, 9:14pm EST
Carol Irene Taylor of the Goldsboro Fire Department in Goldsboro, NC has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-14 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Hartland, ME
Fetched: November 19th, 2008, 9:14pm EST
Michael David Snowman of the Hartland Volunteer Fire Department in Hartland, ME has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-17 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: St. Louis, MO
Fetched: November 19th, 2008, 9:14pm EST
Leonard Riggins of the St. Louis Fire Department in St. Louis, MO has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-05 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Detroit, MI
Fetched: November 19th, 2008, 9:14pm EST
Walter P. Harris of the Detroit Fire Department in Detroit, MI has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-15 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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NIOSH Supports Seat Belt Use by Firefighters
Posted: November 18th, 2008, 2:10pm EST
USFA is pleased to announce that the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has endorsed the National Fire Service Seat Belt Campaign, reinforcing the importance of wearing these safety devices to the American Fire Service.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Flame Descriptions
Posted: November 18th, 2008, 8:23am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain the difference between a premixed flame and a diffusion flame.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Brooklyn, NY
Fetched: November 14th, 2008, 3:04pm EST
Jamel M Sears of the Fire Department City of New York in Brooklyn, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-10 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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November 13, 2008
Posted: November 14th, 2008, 8:51am EST
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC November 13 Infogram: Planning for Infrastructure Interdependencies, CBR Vulnerability Assessment Software, Volunteer Health/Wellness Guide, 2009 DHS Grant Programs
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Dale City, VA
Fetched: November 12th, 2008, 11:04am EST
Cecilia Turnbough of the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department in Dale City, VA has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-09 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Back-to-Back Sidewall Sprinklers
Posted: November 11th, 2008, 7:34am EST
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain the requirements for separating back-to-back sidewall sprinklers.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: McGaheysville, VA
Fetched: November 8th, 2008, 10:18am EST
Roy Smith, Jr. of the McGaheysville Volunteer Fire Department in McGaheysville, VA has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-07 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Bristol, RI
Fetched: November 8th, 2008, 10:18am EST
Wayne D. Brown of the Bristol Fire and Rescue Department in Bristol, RI has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-11-03 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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November 6, 2008
Posted: November 7th, 2008, 8:00am EST
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC November 6 Infogram: Identifying Suspicious Activity, The Insider Threat, Biological Threat Model Procedures, Chemical and Radiologic Threats
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Sprinkler Separation
Posted: November 3rd, 2008, 11:07pm EST
Learning objective: The student should be able to identify conditions where baffles are required between sprinklers.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Crossville, AL
Fetched: October 31st, 2008, 6:47pm EDT
Adam Cody Renfroe of the Crossville Fire Deaprtment in Crossville, AL has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-10-29 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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October 30, 2008
Posted: October 31st, 2008, 9:00am EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC October 30 Infogram: Election Day Preparedness, National Gang Intelligence Center, DHS Standards Adoption, Private Sector Resource Awards
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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Water-Based Fire Protection System Plan Review Pilot Course Scheduled at NFA
Posted: October 30th, 2008, 4:45pm EDT
The National Fire Academy (NFA) is recruiting students and instructor candidates to attend an on-campus pilot class for this new six-day off-campus or State enfranchised course. -
2009 Senior Executives in State and Local Government Fellowship Program
Posted: October 28th, 2008, 1:48pm EDT
Application procedures have been announced for the 2009 Harvard program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government. This three-week program provides training that helps fire executives assess the tasks they face in managing today's results-driven government agencies.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part VI: Inspecting Modular Construction
Posted: October 27th, 2008, 8:46pm EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify the particular components or items that should be covered during the inspection of a modular building installation. (PDF, 276 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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October 23, 2008
Posted: October 24th, 2008, 9:45am EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC October 23 Infogram: Freight Terminal Issue, Apparatus Standard Revised, Wildfire Information Portal, Credits for NFA Courses
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part V: Factory-Built Construction Codes
Posted: October 21st, 2008, 9:33am EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to identify which building codes are applicable to factory-built buildings. (PDF, 239 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Towson, MD
Fetched: October 21st, 2008, 3:26am EDT
Brian D. Neville of the Baltimore County Fire Department in Towson, MD has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-10-16 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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October 16, 2008
Posted: October 17th, 2008, 9:45am EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC October 16 Infogram: Vehicular Accidents: A Sector Issue, NFPA 1584: for all Emergency Responders, Thermal Imaging Technology Research, GSA Purchasing Schedule Opens
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for On-Campus Courses
Posted: October 16th, 2008, 10:00am EDT
USFA announced today that the National Fire Academy will issue CEUs for students attending on-campus courses. -
DHS Adopts NFPA Standards for Responders to Hazmat, WMD Incidents
Posted: October 15th, 2008, 4:33pm EDT
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has adopted two additional National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for first responders: NFPA 472, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents and NFPA 473, Standard for Competencies for EMS Personnel Responding to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Blue Mound, IL
Fetched: October 15th, 2008, 7:41am EDT
William Joseph Miller of the Blue Mound Fire Department in Blue Mound, IL has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-10-13 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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USFA Relaunches Smoking & Home Fires Campaign
Posted: October 14th, 2008, 9:52am EDT
Home fire season starts now and USFA wants to make this season safer, especially as it relates to the number one cause of preventable home fire deaths in the nation - fires caused by smoking materials.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part IV: Recognizing Modular Construction
Posted: October 14th, 2008, 8:36am EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain two unique considerations that a firefighter should be aware of when fighting a fire in a modular building. (PDF, 180 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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October 9, 2008
Posted: October 10th, 2008, 10:00am EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC October 9 Infogram: ESS Multi-Agency Response a Success, NIOSH Safe Driving Report, Municipal Water Supply Systems, Cyber Security Awareness Month
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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USFA and NIST Complete Study of Thermal Imaging Technology
Posted: October 9th, 2008, 3:25pm EDT
USFA and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announce the availability of a new report that contains science-based information for national standards developing organizations on Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) imaging performance metrics and test methods. -
New Topical Report: Highway Vehicle Fires
Posted: October 9th, 2008, 10:50am EDT
This report examines the causes and characteristics of highway vehicle fires. An estimated 258,500 highway vehicle fires occur annually resulting in 490 civilian deaths, 1,275 civilian injuries, and $1 billion in property loss. -
U.S. Fire Administration Launches Blog
Posted: October 8th, 2008, 4:00pm EDT
USFA invites the Fire Service to share comments, ideas, and success stories about fire prevention, preparedness, and response in America. -
USFA Releases Residential Structure and Buildings Fires Report
Posted: October 8th, 2008, 10:00am EDT
This report presents an overview of residential structure fires and trends for one-and two-family, multifamily, and other residential structures.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part III: Recognizing Modular Construction
Posted: October 7th, 2008, 9:25am EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain how to recognize a structure built using modular construction. (PDF, 223 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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Lessons Learned: Chemical Fire - Apex, North Carolina
Posted: October 6th, 2008, 2:40pm EDT
This report examines the skillful response of the Apex Fire Department, the value of pre-planning efforts, and the impact of a well coordinated response in the worst of conditions.
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Globe, AZ
Fetched: October 4th, 2008, 1:57pm EDT
Douglas Falconer of the Arizona State Prison-Globe in Globe, AZ has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-10-01 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: DeKalb, TX
Fetched: October 4th, 2008, 1:57pm EDT
Dale Wayne Grider of the DeKalb Fire Department in DeKalb, TX has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-29 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Career Opportunities
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Fire Program Specialist
Posted: October 3rd, 2008, 9:40am EDT
Announcement Number: MW/DE-08-FA-380-KJD1. Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. (Current and former competitive service Federal employees and people eligible under special hiring authorities should apply under Announcement Number MW/MP-08-FA-380-KJD1.). Duty Location: Emmitsburg, MD -
Program Support Assistant, GS-0303-06/07
Posted: October 3rd, 2008, 9:40am EDT
Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from status applicants within the NETC commuting area only. Duty Location: Emmitsburg, MD
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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October 2, 2008
Posted: October 2nd, 2008, 4:30pm EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC October 2 Infogram: Call for Vigilance, Mass Psychogenic Illness, ESS Survival at Propane Emergencies, CIP Process Tool
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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New Reports on Municipal Water Supply
Posted: October 1st, 2008, 2:57pm EDT
USFA, in a joint project with the Society of Fire Protection Engineers, announces the release of two reports resulting from a study of municipal water supply systems and effective fire protection: Water Supply Systems Concepts and Water Supply System Evaluation Methods. -
USFA Commemorates Fire Prevention Week
Posted: October 1st, 2008, 2:57pm EDT
National Fire Prevention Week will be commemorated this year from October 5-11. The theme for 2008 is Prevent Home Fires
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part II: Modular Construction
Posted: September 30th, 2008, 2:50pm EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to explain how modular construction components are made. (PDF, 324 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Gretna, LA
Fetched: September 30th, 2008, 11:09am EDT
Ralph P Arabie of the David Crockett Steam Fire Co. No. 1 in Gretna, LA has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-29 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Levittown, NY
Fetched: September 30th, 2008, 11:09am EDT
Edward Junginger of the Levittown Fire Department in Levittown, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-23 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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September 25, 2008
Posted: September 26th, 2008, 3:12pm EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC September 25 Infogram: Copper Thefts Threaten U.S. Critical Infrastructures, Protecting the Education Infrastructure, Ethanol Incident Response Training, Continued Hurricane Preparedness
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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Responding to Ethanol Incidents
Posted: September 24th, 2008, 10:25am EDT
USFA announces the availability of a CD-ROM training package for Responding to Ethanol Incidents. A cooperative effort between USFA and the International Association of Fire Chiefs, with assistance from the Ethanol Emergency Response Coalition, this training addresses the needs of emergency responders when faced with incidents involving ethanol and ethanol-blended fuels. -
During and After a Disaster: Portable Generator Hazards
Posted: September 24th, 2008, 10:25am EDT
Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they can be hazardous. The primary hazards to avoid when using them are carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock or electrocution, and fire.
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Part I: Factory-Built Structures
Posted: September 23rd, 2008, 10:00am EDT
Learning objective: The student shall be able to define the different types of factory-built structures. (PDF, 297 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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September 18, 2008
Posted: September 19th, 2008, 2:55pm EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC September 18 Infogram: Protecting the Homeland, Developing Strong Relationships, ESS Faces Random Violence, Community Emergency Response Teams
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Redding, CA
Fetched: September 18th, 2008, 2:58pm EDT
Curtis Ray Hillman, Sr. of the United States Forest Service - Shasta-Trinity National Forest in Redding, CA has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-08-25 00:00:00.0.
U.S. Fire Administration Fire Service Alerts and Advisories
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Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
Posted: September 18th, 2008, 9:53am EDT
Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Clearance from Noncontinuous Obstructions
Posted: September 16th, 2008, 9:33am EDT
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to explain the sprinkler spacing rules from noncontinuous obstructions. (PDF, 315 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Fire Service Alerts and Advisories
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Recall: LifePak CR Plus Automated External Defibrillators
Posted: September 12th, 2008, 10:25am EDT
Recall: LifePak CR Plus Automated External Defibrillators
U.S. Fire Administration Critical Infrastructure Protection Infograms
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September 11, 2008
Posted: September 12th, 2008, 10:05am EDT
Headlines from the EMR-ISAC September 11 Infogram: Seventh Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks, Copy Cat Mailings, Wildland Firefighting Fitness, Hurricane Relief Scams
U.S. Fire Administration Press Releases
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September is National Preparedness Month
Posted: September 10th, 2008, 2:55pm EDT
Fire departments can benefit from learning not only how to be ready in case of natural or man-made disasters, but also how to assist their community residents and businesses in preparing for the unexpected.
U.S. Fire Administration Fire Service Alerts and Advisories
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Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard
Posted: September 10th, 2008, 11:10am EDT
Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Fire Administration Coffee Break Training Bulletins
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Sprinkler Escutcheons
Posted: September 9th, 2008, 10:33am EDT
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to explain where escutcheons are required for automatic sprinklers. (PDF, 315 Kb)
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
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Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Gallipolis, OH
Fetched: September 5th, 2008, 7:32pm EDT
Greg Northup of the Gallipolis Fire Department in Gallipolis, OH has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-03 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Missoula, MT
Fetched: September 5th, 2008, 7:32pm EDT
Zachary Jake Vander-Griend of the Neptune Aviation Services, Inc. in Missoula, MT has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-01 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefighter Fatality: Missoula, MT
Fetched: September 5th, 2008, 7:32pm EDT
Gregory Gonsioroski of the Neptune Aviation Services, Inc. in Missoula, MT has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2008-09-01 00:00:00.0. -
Notice of Firefi