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Liquid Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

 

 

 

There currently is a big discussion if these Liquid CO-2 tanks found in fast food and convenience stores are DOT regulated or will they become a
"jurisdictional object" like and air tank or boiler of similar size would.

The CO-2 industry is fighting any regulation, so as emergency responders we MUST learn from the Phoenix incident and others which are continuing to be reported. 

 

Take a very close look at this YouTube video and be safe out there!! 

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Denny Auditorium, South Carolina Fire Academy

 

2012 Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service

11:00 AM, April 10, 2012

South Carolina Fallen Firefighter Plaza

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MEMBER ALERT

 

The dates of the 2012 SCSAFC Annual Leadership Conference are changing from October to June of this year.  Due to this change, application dates for the Fritz Turner Award, the Richard Campbell Awards and the "Buddy" Hagood Scholarships will change as well. Be aware that applications for the following Awards and Scholarships will be as follows:

 

Hagood Scholarships - April 1, 2012

Fritz Turner Award - May 1, 2012

Richard Campbell Awards - May 15, 2012

 

Applications can be found at the "Awards Page" Link found in the Left Column of this page.

 

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REGARDING STRATEGIC PLANNING



FROM THE IAFC

Safety Advisory Notice
 

On January 24, 2012, a safety advisory notice will be published in the Federal Register titled, “Return of radioactively contaminated tissue holders purchased from Bed Bath and Beyond.”  The Summary of the safety advisory notice is as follows:

 

PHMSA has been notified that Bed Bath and Beyond sold a number of tissue holders in the United States, identified as the Dual Ridge Metal tissue holder,  model number DR9M, that emit low levels of radiation.   PHMSA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission believe that there is no immediate danger to the public; however, PHMSA is advising persons in possession of the tissue holders that they should arrange with Bed Bath and Beyond to pick up the item or directly return the tissue holders to a Bed Bath and Beyond location by personal vehicle.  These tissue holders should not be returned using the United States Postal Service or by commercial carrier.  Return of these holders by mail or commercial carrier would constitute offering a hazardous material into transportation, which must comply with the packaging and shipping requirements under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).” 



 

 

 

The Charleston Fire Department

 

 

 

Fire Chief

Charleston, SC Fire Department

POSITION HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 2/17/12

The City of Charleston Fire Department is currently recruiting qualified applicants to fill the Fire Chief position. This position will become vacant on March 1, 2012, due to retirement. The Fire Chief reports to the Mayor. The City operates under a Strong-Mayor form of government. City council is composed of 13 members, over which the Mayor presides.

 

The City of Charleston, with a population of just over 120,000, (2010 Census), is the second largest and fastest growing city in South Carolina. This beautiful, historic, vibrant city is not only considered one of the top three tourist destinations in the country and one of the United States “Best Places to Live,” it is the largest business, medical and financial center in the southeastern part of the state. Charleston is the fourth busiest container ship destination on the Atlantic seacoast. In addition, the deep-water port allows large vehicle transport vessels and passenger ships to utilize its docks. With over 90 miles of beautiful shoreline, the area is a special place for beachcombers and ocean-lovers to explore.

 

(For additional information search: www.charleston-sc.gov or www.charlestoncvb.com)

 

The Organization

The Charleston Fire Department, with roots back into the 1700s, enjoys a unique place in history as one of the earliest fire departments to be established in the United States. The department consists of 19 fire companies located throughout the city and the incorporated areas of West Ashley, James Island, John’s Island and Daniel Island. The full array of fire and response services is provided by 319 sworn personnel and 14 support staff members operating out of 19 active fire stations. The Fire Inspections Division is managed by the Fire Marshal, who reports to the Deputy Chief of Administration and supervises a staff of five employees. There are three mechanics on staff who maintain all fire equipment. The projected budget for the 2012 fiscal year is approximately $22.4 million. The CFD enjoys an outstanding working relationship with the other fire departments in the region and recent new policy initiatives have moved the departments into mutual aid and automatic aid coverage. Future initiatives will continue to develop consolidations of service and training programs on a regional basis.

 

The department is currently preparing to begin the accreditation process through the Center for Public Safety Excellence. This process will strengthen and solidify the department’s policies and procedures and will greatly enhance the ability of the CFD to provide quality, timely and professional services to the community. The goal is to complete this process by 2015.

(Search: City of Charleston, SC, Fire Department) 

 


 

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant for this position must possess the following minimum qualifications:

 

Education:

o   A Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Fire Service Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management or a related field. Completion of the Executive Fire Officer Program at the National Fire Academy in addition to the bachelor’s degree is highly preferred

o   Or an equivalent level of education, training and experience that would ensure that the applicant meets the above minimum qualification

 

Experience:

o   A minimum of 15 years of full-time, well rounded experience in the fire service

o   Of the 15 years noted above, a minimum of ten years of full-time progressive fire service supervisory and command experience that clearly demonstrates the experience is indicative of senior executive level management capability necessary for leading the Charleston Fire Department

o   A high level of experience in the management of a fire department through subordinate managers

o   Management in a fire department in an urban environment - preferably with historic buildings, a waterway approach and of the size and complexity of Charleston

o   Development and administration of a multi-million dollar budget

o   Recruiting, training, developing, maintaining accountability and retaining a diverse workforce

o   Developing and implementing strategic plans

o   Organizational development

o   Engaging him/herself and the department in the community

 

Physical/Background:

o   Must pass the department’s medical/physical examination (after offer of employment) and a comprehensive background investigation

 

Driver’s License

o   Possess or be able to obtain a South Carolina driver’s license within 30 days of appointment

 

Attributes

The following is a representative sample of the knowledge, skill and abilities necessary to be successful in this position:

o   The utilization of industry proven practices and operational principles and practices of fire, EMS, rescue, prevention, investigation and suppression activities; current laws, codes, regulations

o   The use of modern technology to enhance the fire service public safety planning and response

o   Response, rescue, prevention, hazardous materials and incident command issues relevant to urban area; planning and response principles from a waterway perspective and delivery of services from multiple stations

o   Disaster preparedness and emergency response

o   Human resource related laws and administration.

o   Modern office equipment, including computer technology, software programs and communications technology

o   Principles of working in a strong mayor form of city government and the ability to work within the policy guidance and direction of the Mayor 

o   Continue moving the fire department progressively forward utilizing current resources and acceptable practices 

o   Make effective verbal presentations to a wide diversity of audiences: City Council, the media, community groups, civic groups, professional associations, the Mayor and staff etc. 

o   Plan, organize, implement, direct and evaluate department operations and the work of staff organizational outcomes

o   Vision future challenges related to public safety policy for the city and/or department and to present and implement viable plans to mitigate the challenges

o   To assess apparatus and facility needs and develop plans to meet those needs both short term and long term

o   To delegate responsibility and to ensure consistency in accountability

o   Provide fire related services in an urban, yet diverse demographic setting - including vast historic facilities

o   Align the department’s business planning, budget planning, personnel administration and other key elements in developing the organization

o   Move the department towards accreditation to meet the goal of accreditation by 2015

o   To recruit, attract, train, develop, promote and retain a high-quality diverse workforce to meet the vast demographics of the city

o   Provide high-level customer service in meeting the needs of the community

o   Plan and implement a waterway fire service strategy and ensure appropriate personnel are trained to provide this service

o   Display a high-level of leadership, communication, delegation, decision making, motivation and commitment

 

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000 annually depending on qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package to include an assigned vehicle.

 


 

 

Filing Deadline and General Selection Process

The candidate must by the closing time and date of 4:00PM PST, Friday, February 17, 2012:

Complete all required application documents (employment application, supplemental questions, resume) and mail to:

Charleston Fire Department

C/O Emergency Services Consulting International

25200 SW Parkway Ave. STE 3

Wilsonville, OR 97070

1 800 757 3724

Candidates will be screened based on their qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training they report/document relative to this position, which shows that they possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required to be successful.

Selected candidates will be asked to participate in telephone interviews approximately March 5-9, 2012. Candidates selected to continue in the process will be asked to appear in Charleston approximately April 11-13, 2012 for additional onsite meetings and interviews.

All application materials can be downloaded at www.esci.us

 



 

FUNDRAISER

Fellow first responder Captain Thomas Blackwell has been in the fire service for 30 years;  22 years at Pelham Batesville Fire Department (Spartanburg County);  7 Years with the Urban Search and Rescue and recently reinstated his EMT certification.

 

In July 2011 Tommy was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer.  With several trips to the doctors and to Johns Hopkins it was determined that his pancreas needed to be removed.  On December 22, 2011 this surgery was completed and his pancreas removed. 

With the 9.5 hour surgery, hospital stay and diabetes there comes a lot of costs that insurance will not cover.  Not to mention the missed work.  Tommy has a wife Carrie and a 13 year old son Jesse who need our help.  We are trying to raise money to help with what the insurance does not cover and the additional cost of medicine, medical supplies and to help keep the family afloat during this difficult time.

 

One of the ways that his friends are helping is by having a fundraising event at the Handlebar on Wednesday January 25 from 7pm to 11pm.  Cost is $10 at door with all proceeds going to the Captain Tommy Blackwell fund set up at CPM Federal Credit Union.

 

The Handlebar

304 East Stone Avenue Greenville, SC

 

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If you cannot attend and would like to donate we have an account at CPM Federal Credit Union.  Account named: Jodi Gowan C/O Captain Tommy Blackwell Fund. You can go to a local branch or you can mail your donation to Jodi Gowan, C/O Captain Thomas Blackwell, 415 N Pond View Drive, Duncan, SC 29334.

 

We are also looking for items we can raffle at the fundraiser.  Gift certificates, gloves, tools etc.  Anything that you can donate will be appreciated.  If you have questions or require further information please contact Jodi Gowan at 864-381-3096 or jodigowan@yahoo.com.

 

Thank you for all your help and prayers the Blackwell Family appreciates it.



The attached Email, from Anne Nelson, provides a few details regarding Danny Sheridan's current quest to secure a surplus or decommissioned  piece of apparatus for the village of Oruro, Brazil. At Anne's request, I am floating this little paper boat out into the river, hoping that it will continue to travel to a good place. Maybe if we keep this circulating through a variety of networks, something good might happen.

Anyone with any productive ideas or thoughts can contact Dan via Email.

Thanks to each of you for your support; and Happy New Year.

Rich Fanning
FDNY Retired


 

Reserve Engine 8 - 1986 Pierce                      Previous Engine 251 - 1981

 

 

Fire Truck for Oruro, Bolivia

 
 

I wanted to reach out to you about a project I'm involved.  I'm not sure if you know FDNY Chief Danny Sheridan, but since 9/11 he's been involved in a wonderful project that takes good working fire vehicles that have been made redundant from upgrades, etc.  He gets them to slums in Latin America, accompanied by training in firefighting techniques (and often some donated bunker gear thrown in).   In these communities (many of them made up of highly flammable wood and even cardboard dwellings), many lives are saved.

 

He has been naming the donated vehicles after FDNY personnel lost on 9/11.  The Franciscans have been happy to hear that "Father Mychal Judge" is now putting out fires in Lima, Peru.

 

I'm on the board of a very small foundation that gives $10,00 grants to leverage good work.  For that amount, Danny can ship an apparatus to his next area of interest, rural Bolivia.  As he notes below, because of the altitude, he's looking for a U.S. fire department that can donate a turbo diesel in good working order (and save it from the landfill!) 

 

If we can locate this vehicle somewhere, Danny's good with my request to name it after Lt. Joseph Leavey.  

 

I thought maybe your South Carolinians and other fire service networks might have some ideas...


 

In the meantime, big hugs to you and Anita.  

Yours,

Anne

 

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Daniel Sheridan <daniel.p.sheridan@verizon.net>
Date: Fri, Jan 13, 2012 at 4:08 PM
Subject: Fire Truck for Oruro Bolivia
To: anne.nelson@gmail.com

Anne,

We are looking for a Fire Truck for our Joe Leavey Project in Oruro Bolivia. Preferably a Turbo Diesel because of the High altitude.

Mutual Aid Training Group LLC
Training and Consulting
Battalion Chief Daniel Sheridan
daniel@mutual-aid.org

www.mutual-aid.org
www.internationalfirefightingtraining.com

845 490 0111 mobile



FOR SALE

The City of Marietta, GA will be listing a 1984 Mack Ladder Truck for sale on www.govdeals.com this week.  This ladder truck was in service until just a few weeks ago and has 27,000 miles on the odometer.  Please forward to anyone you know who may be interested in this truck.

Robert “Bob” L. Williams, Jr.

City of Marietta, GA

http://www.govdeals.com/index.cfm?fa=Main.Item&itemid=726&acctid=1207





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Application Procedures

2012 Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship Program

EMMITSBURG, MD — Application procedures have been announced for the 2012 Harvard Fire Executive Fellowship Program. The program is once again sponsored through a partnership between the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), /International Fire Service Training Association/Fire Protection Publications (IFSTA/FPP), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA).

 

USFA Administrator Ernie Mitchell in announcing the 2012 program said, "The U.S. Fire Administration and our funding partners, the IAFC, IFSTA/FPP, and the NFPA are excited and remain committed to sponsor a number of fellowships in the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government this summer. Our nation’s fire executives need superior professional development experiences to increase their leadership capacity and the State and Local Program is a premier opportunity. As a former Fire Chief, I know that productive relationships among careerists, elected officials, and appointed authorities can lead to innovative solutions to tough problems and policy decisions which result in positive outcomes. This program provides a world class opportunity to explore and expand these relationships in ways that increase innovative leadership within state and local government settings."

Senior fire executives who are selected will be awarded fellowships to attend Harvard's annual Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program.  The 3-week program is conducted on the Harvard campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts.  Selected Fellows will be assigned one of the two session dates: June 4-22, 2012 or July 9-27, 2012. Applications seeking a fellowship must be available to attend either session.

The following criteria and guidelines have been established for the 2012 program:

  • Application is open to senior fire executives who have demonstrated significant career accomplishments and have the potential to impact and initiate change.  Attainment of a senior position is less important than demonstrated experience in facilitating significant change within a public sector setting.

  • Preference may be given to applicants who are graduates of the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer Program, although program completion is not a prerequisite. Preference may also be given to applicants who have completed graduate-level degree programs or course work.

  • Individuals whose organizations have been represented in the Harvard Fellowship Program during 2009, 2010, or 2011 will not be considered. The program is available to international participants.

  • Finalists for the Harvard Fellowships will be asked to develop and present a five-year plan during their interview session, describing how they will use the opportunity if awarded a fellowship to enhance Fire-EMS services at the local, regional, tribal, state/province/territory, and at a national or international level. If selected as a finalist, more details will be provided. As in the past, selected Fellows can expect to be contacted in the future by any of the sponsors to assist and support ongoing projects to utilize their specialized knowledge and skills.

Application Instructions

Please follow these three steps carefully as the application procedures have changed from prior years.

  1. Applicants must complete and submit the Harvard/Kennedy School of Government Application For Executive Education. Please read the instructions before completing the application. It is recommended that this form be saved to your computer. For the question “Who will be the financial sponsor of your participation?” please enter "IAFC/FPP-IFSTA/NFPA/USFA Fellowship." Make sure that you attach your essay responses (250 words or less for each question response).

  2. Enclose a current resume or curriculum vitae.

  3. Enclose a letter of recommendation from your senior official. If the applicant is the Chief, the letter should be written by the jurisdictional head (e.g., Mayor or City Manager). Otherwise, the recommendation should be from the Fire Chief.

Please do not submit your application package directly to the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.  Mail the application package (traceable mail with receipt is recommended) no later than February 21, 2012 (postmark) to the following address:

Harvard Fellowship Program
International Association of Fire Chiefs
c/o Ms. Cynthia Cox
4025 Fair Ridge Drive - Suite 300
Fairfax, Virginia  22033-2868



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RECALLS/RECALLS/RECALLS/RECALLS/RECALLS/RECALLS/RECALLS

 

Ford is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 22, 1999 through July 19, 2002, equipped with a brake master cylinder reservoir cap that could leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks from the cap, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (ABS) module wiring harness connector. Consequence: corrosion can develop in the electrical connector leading to melting, smoke, or a fire.

 

 

The tea light can burn with an excessive flame height, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The recalled tea lights were sold as part of the Carruth Candleholder Collection sets. The Carruth candleholder sets are resin votive candle holders with a glass insert that holds a tea light. The stock number is printed on a label on the bottom of the candleholders. The tea lights are white. The following eight models and stock numbers are included in this recall: Butterfly, 17708; Smile, 17709; Sun, 17710; Roots of Love, 17711; Sunflower, 17712; Hummingbird, 17713; Bunny, 17714; Friendship, 17715. Sold by: Home decorating and gift stores nationwide from January 2010 to November 2011 for about $14.

 

 

E-ONE is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 CYCLONE II, TYPHOON, and QUEST vehicles manufactured from May 1, 2008, through November 28, 2011, and equipped with Meritor Wabco electronic stability control (ESC) modules. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the ESC system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an oversteering situation and apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable. If the driver is slow to react during the ESC intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

Club Car Recalls Golf Cars

Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard

 

The fuel tank seam can separate and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. This recall involves following 2011 Precedent golf cars. The model and serial numbers are located above the passenger's side floor board. "Club Car" is printed on the front of the golf cars. Model CF, Serial Number Range CF1139-233925 - CF1147-250173. Model PR, Serial Number Range PR1139-233918 - PR1147-249956. Model PY, Serial Number Range PY1144-244648.

 

 

 

 

The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children. The pajamas are a two-piece, cotton sleepwear set sold in sizes 2 to 12. The pajamas are white, blue, pink or red. "Bella Bliss" is written on the neck tag. Sold at: Bella Bliss catalog and website, and specialty clothing retailers and online stores from January 2008 to June 2011 for about $48 to $58.

 

 

These children's robes fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children. The robes are fluffy white fleece robes with large multi-color dots. The 100% polyester fleece robes were sold with Euro children's sizes 80-150 cm (24 months through size 14) printed on the hangtag of the garments. "Style 38310 Hanna Andersson" is printed on the neck tag of the robes. Sold at: Hanna Andersson retail stores, catalogs nationwide and the Hanna Andersson website from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $50.

 

 

This recall involves Brookfield entry way decorating sets which include two green artificial 48-inch (4 ft.) trees in black metal vases, one green 24-inch wide wreath and one green 9-foot long garland. The wreath has battery-powered white lights. The trees and the garland plug into wall outlets. "True Value," "True Value Item #136879" and "UPC code 0 29033 36798 0" are printed on the product's box. Sold exclusively at: True Value Hardware stores nationwide during November 2011 for about $40. The battery box that powers lights on the artificial wreath can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

 

 

The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children. The pajamas are a Petit Lem-brand, two-piece, cotton shorts and short-sleeved sleepwear set sold in sizes 2 to 12. The pajamas are blue with flowers, white with flowers and dots, yellow with umbrellas, or pink with butterflies and fairies. Petit Lem Lounge is printed at the inside neck of the shirt. Sold at: Specialty children's stores and websites from January 2009 to November 2009 for about $30.

 

The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. This recall involves Iroda O-Grill models 1000 and 3000 produced before 2010. Some were also sold under the Tailgating Gear brand. Both models are lightweight, portable, clamshell-type propane grills with steel bodies, cast iron cooking surfaces, retractable legs and a handle. They can be used with either 1-pound propane cylinders or 20-pound propane tanks. The grills come in orange, red, green, blue, silver and black and have the words "O-Grill" stamped on the metal grill cover. Recalled O-Grills do not have ventilation slots in the regulator cover where the propane bottle screws in. Grills with ventilation slots in the regulator cover are not subject to the recall. Sold by: LL Bean, Stoneman, BBQG, Walgreens, REI, Dillards and Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide from November 2008 through December 2010. The O-Grill 1000 sold for $149 and the O-Grill 3000 sold for $189.

 

 

When turned on, the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt, posing fire and burn hazards. This recall involves 6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets. They are made of silver plastic with black rubber around the handle and light base. The flashlight sets have UPC code 490021010049 printed on the back of the package. They were sold in sets of six, including two small flashlights measuring about 3 inches long, two medium flashlights about 6 inches long and two large flashlights about 7 1/2 inches long. Sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide from October 2010 through December 2011 for about $10 per set.

 

PHMSA-2011-0328 (Notice No. 11-15)

 Safety Advisory: Unauthorized Marking of Compressed Gas Cylinde

This is to notify the public that PHMSA has confirmed that Spears Fire & Safety, 287 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI improperly requalified and marked high pressure compressed gas cylinders. During a recent investigation, PHMSA determined that between November 2008 and October 2011, Spears Fire & Safety requalified and marked with a Requalifier Identification Number (RIN) "B037" approximately 7,740 DOT specification cylinders after its authority to requalifiy high pressure cylinders expired on October 31, 2008. Additionally the investigation revealed that during this period, Spears Fire & Safety (1) failed to condemn cylinders with a permanent expansion greater than 10% of total expansion, (2) on multiple occasions did not maintain the minimum test pressure for the required time and (3) improperly repeated pressure tests on cylinders required to be condemned. Cylinders that have not been properly requalified and marked in accordance with the HMR may not be filled with compressed gas or other hazardous materials.

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: (1) Spears Fire & Safety, Mr. Robert Pate, Manager, 287 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI, Telephone (734) 633-4133. (2) For PHMSA, Mr. Tim Buffum, Investigator, Central Region, Office Of Hazardous Materials Safety, Field Operations, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, United States Department of Transportation, 2300 East Devon Avenue Suite 478, Des Plaines, IL 60018, Telephone (847) 294-8580, Fax (847) 294-8590

 



 

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SLED CHIEF RESTRUCTURES

 

STATE HOMELAND SECURITY STRUCTURE

 

Mark Keel, Chief of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has notified Emergency Response organizations that he intends to revitalize the State Homeland Security Advisory Council and reestablishing the four regional Homeland Security Advisory Councils in the SLED Piedmont, Midlands, Pee Dee and Low Country Regions.

 

In line with this, President Alan Sims of the SC State Association of Fire Chiefs and President Ken Kerber of the SC Firefighters Association have made appointments to the four regional Advisory Councils. 

 

These appointments include, in the Piedmont Council Region: Alan Sims, Belton FD and Ken Kerber, Fort mill FD and,  in the Midlands Council Region: Jamie Helms, Columbia FD and Paul Caldwell, Chester FD. In the Low Country Council Region: Karl Ristow, St Johns FD and John Tippett, Charleston FD and, in the Pee Dee Council Region: John Melton, Cheraw FD and Doug Elliman, Midway Fire and & Rescue.

 

In a letter to the State's Fire Service organizations, Keel noted that, "My role as the State Homeland Security Advisor is one that I consider of equal importance to that as Chief and I have been working closely with our Homeland security team to reduce the backlog of homeland security grants and establish a revised framework to support our state's homeland security policy and operational functions.  While the state has accomplished a great deal in increasing our overall preparedness since September 11, 2011, we cannot afford to reduce efforts to prepare and protect our state from the threat of terrorism and the many other hazards we face."

 

 



Update to 2010 Legislative Audit Council Report

 

The Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently provided an update to the November 2010 Legislative Audit Council (LAC) report, A Review of the Office of State Fire Marshal, during a S.C. Senate subcommittee meeting.

 

As a reminder, the LAC report included 14 recommendations that have served as a constructive roadmap to improve OSFM internal systems and the quality of the services provided to the public.

 

To date, the State Fire Marshal has addressed all action items memorialized in the 2010 LAC report




National Fire Protection


NFPA RELEASES STATE NEEDS ASSESSMENT

OF THE US FIRE SERVICE

IN SOUTH CAROLINA

 

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IAFC Foundation Establishes

the Chief Chet Henry Memorial Scholarship Award

Fairfax, VA - The International Association of Fire Chiefs Foundation (IAFC Foundation) is proud to announce the creation of the Chief Charles A. "Chet" Henry Memorial Scholarship Award. This annual scholarship is made possible by a generous donation from VFIS, a Division of Glatfelter Insurance Group and is established in memory of Chief Henry who died on June 25, 2011 after a long period of declining health.

Chief Henry led a life that epitomized his commitment to public service. He began his career with the fire service in 1963 where he actively served his community for over two decades first with the Harrisburg (PA) Fire Department where he rose through the ranks to become Chief. Then he was selected to serve as the first State Fire Commissioner in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Throughout his career he led with dignity and courage. Under his leadership and dedication to the state’s fire prevention educational programs, fire deaths in Pennsylvania had dropped by twenty percent at the time of his retirement in 1989. In his obituary it is written "Well done, good and faithful servant"; this sentence perfectly summarizes Chief Henry’s dedication to his community, his family and the fire service.

Mr. Anthony P. Campisi, President of the IAFC Foundation and President/CEO of the Glatfelter Insurance Group stated, "We believe it is only fitting to honor Chief Henry’ contributions to the fire service by establishing a memorial scholarship award in his name; one that financially supports the educational goals of one of tomorrow’s fire service leaders. Chief Henry was a great leader who worked tirelessly to make a meaningful difference in the fire service on both a local and national level." Mr. Campisi went on to say, "I hope that others will consider giving back to the fire service by working with the IAFC Foundation to establish a scholarship award to honor or memorialize heroes in their own community."

The recipient of the inaugural Chief Charles A. "Chet" Henry Memorial Scholarship Award is Dustin M. Lofy who is currently a Firefighter/EMT IV with the Pewaukee (WI) Fire Department and a volunteer firefighter/EMT IV at the Richfield (WI) Fire Department. Firefighter Lofy is currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science degree.

Each year, the IAFC Foundation awards educational scholarships to well deserving fire and emergency services personnel who are pursuing advanced learning opportunities. These awards have a positive impact not only on the individual recipients but on communities that they serve and protect. The IAFC Foundation relies on financial support from individuals and companies who value education and support the fire service to fund their scholarship program.

The IAFC Foundation was chartered as a nonprofit organization in 1974 and was originally organized by the International Association of Fire Chiefs. To make a donation or to learn more about the organization please visit our website at www.iafcf.org.



The South Carolina State Fire Marshal’s Office acknowledges the importance of educating children about fire prevention and survival and is committed to revitalizing the “Freddie” Fire Safety Curriculum to help accomplish this effort.   Student activity books will be provided in limited Freddie Fire Safety Curriculumquantity to assist local fire departments with the “Freddie” Fire Safety Curriculum implementation into the schools they serve.   Student materials for those schools will be made available to fire departments agreeing to provide the following:

 

·         Coordinate with schools to determine number of students per class and order materials from the Office of State Fire Marshal

·         Distribute student workbooks to schools

·         Offer assistance with program delivery

·         Collect and return curriculum evaluations

 

The “Freddie” curriculum is a comprehensive fire safety curriculum developed to teach children in kindergarten through fifth grades important fire prevention and survival skills.  The series consists of three curricula, one for kindergarten and first grades, one for second and third grades, and another for fourth and fifth grades. Participating students learn positive fire safety behaviors that will extend into adulthood and has already been accredited with saving many lives!

Each curriculum contains six lesson plans.  Pre-and Post Tests, along with teacher evaluations are also a part of the curriculum administration.  The teacher curriculum has been made available in CD format to all elementary school media centers and is available for downloading at: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/freddie.asp

 

A Curriculum Order Form must be completed for each participating school and submitted  to this office.  Orders will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis, so get your orders in soon!  For additional information, contact:

 

Sondra Senn, Manager

Public Fire Education and Data Management

SC Division of Fire and Life Safety

E-mail:  senns@llr.sc.gov

Phone   803-896-9865

Fax         803 896-9806

 



 

 

 

 

National Association of State Fire Marshals 

Successfully Partnered with Pipeline Industry

 to Offer Regional Energy Conference

 Safety and Response Highlighted During Two Day Forum

 

The National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM) announced they recently hosted a regional energy conference in Houston, Texas, for government officials, state fire marshals, emergency responders, and pipeline industry operators. Energy Emergencies: What's Next in Response Planning? was the first in what will be a series of energy safety forums aimed at creating a nationwide network of pipeline safety stakeholders committed to improving communications and cooperation. A member of the fire service called the conference "outstanding" and looks forward to similar initiatives across the country.

 

Washington, DC -- The National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM), working in cooperation with the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) and important pipeline industry operators across the country, announced they successfully completed the first in what will be a series of regional conferences entitled Energy Emergencies: What's Next in Response Planning? Hosted at Spectra Energy's Houston Learning Auditorium in late September, the two-day meeting brought together first responders, state fire marshals, industry representatives and key government officials in pipeline safety to discuss cooperation and communication. Never before had all of these important voices gathered to discuss openly the challenges facing pipeline transportation and possible emergency situations.

 

The regions state fire marshals' offices, pipeline operators, and officials from the United States Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration partnered with some of the most respected first responders and hazardous materials safety trainers in the country to offer insight on how to improve emergency response for potential pipeline accidents. In addition, NASFM highlighted their recently released second edition of the Pipeline Emergencies training program. The updated and comprehensive curriculum is now available electronically to all first responders across the U.S. at no charge. "The opportunity to bring together all of these experts in one room was just amazing," stated Jim Narva, executive director of NASFM and a former Wyoming State Fire Marshal. "The quality of the conversation will really help us achieve our goal of enhancing communication between responders and industry on issues of importance to both groups."

The overwhelming success of this conference indicated the need for similar meetings across the country in key states where pipelines are important modes of transporting America's energy. "The dialog between operators, fire service and emergency agencies was extremely valuable to the future of pipeline emergencies and transportation. One of the many topics that took center stage was communication between pipeline operators and local Fire Departments, particularly the Volunteers," said Tim La Fuente, a representative of the Texas State Fire Marshal's office who attended the conference.

To ensure emergency responders were able to attend, the pipeline industry provided generous travel scholarships for the conference. "Keeping emergency responders safe and protecting lives and resources are priorities for NASFM," Narva said in his comments to conference attendees. "We thank the industry for also being committed to these goals. It was so important to have all voices represented here." More conferences of this type are planned for 2012 and will be developed around this format of cooperation and education.

 

About NASFM

The National Association of State Fire Marshals, based in Washington, DC, includes the most senior fire officials in the United States and District of Columbia. The mission of NASFM is to protect life, property and the environment from fire and related hazards. NASFM works closely with federal agencies and the American public to offer concrete solutions to fire safety issues.

HYPERLINK "http://www.firemarshals.org" www.firemarshals.org

 

About Pipeline Emergencies

Developed by a team of hazardous materials specialists, the Pipeline Emergencies program is the direct result of a cooperative partnership that brought together pipeline owners and operators, federal, state, and local regulators, trade associations, elected officials, and emergency responders to protect American responders and ensure the safety and security of America's pipeline infrastructure. The updated curriculum covers both liquid and natural gas pipelines, and a range of emergency situations including leaks, spills, and fires. The textbook is available in print, on CD or electronically. The Instructor Guide is offered as a download from the program's dedicated website (www.pipelineemergencies.com).

 

 




Focus on Fire Safety: Protect Your Family from Fire

Fires can strike anywhere – in structures, buildings, automobiles, and the outdoors – but fires that affect our homes are often the most tragic and the most preventable. Over 75% percent of all fire fatalities occur in home fires.

 You can protect your family by:

  1. Installing smoke alarms on every level of your home,

  2. Testing smoke alarms once a month,

  3. Changing smoke alarm batteries at least once a year, and

  4. Making and practicing a home fire escape plan.

Smoke Alarm

Families can dramatically increase their chances of surviving a fire simply by installing and maintaining working smoke alarms.

Smoke Alarms

Fires can occur in a variety of ways and in any room of your home. But no matter where or how, having a smoke alarm is the first key step towards your family’s safety. A smoke alarm stands guard around the clock and, when it first senses smoke, it sounds a shrill alarm. This often allows a family the precious but limited time it takes to escape.

Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms are considered to be one of the best and least expensive means of providing an early warning of a potentially deadly fire and could reduce the risk of dying from a fire in your home by almost half.

Learn About Smoke Alarms »

Residential Fire Sprinklers

Smoke alarms can only alert you and your family to a fire in the home – they cannot contain or extinguish a fire. Residential sprinkler systems can!

Using quick response sprinklers and approved piping, homes can be built or even retrofitted to include low-cost automatic sprinkler systems connected to the domestic water supply.

Most importantly, sprinklers give occupants extra time to escape from a burning home.

Learn About Residential Fire Sprinklers »

Escape Plan

Children as young as three years old can follow a fire escape plan they have practiced often. Yet, many families don't have detailed escape plans, and those that do usually don't practice them.

Escape Plans

In the event of a fire, remember – time is the biggest enemy and every second counts! Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire.

It is important to:
 

  • Practice your escape plan every month.

  • Plan two ways out of every room.

  • Leave your home when a fire occurs.

  • Designate a meeting place away from your home.

  • Get out and stay out! Never return to a burning building!

Learn How to Make an Escape Plan »

 

Fire Extinguishers

The use of a fire extinguisher in the hands of a trained adult can be a life and property saving tool. However, a majority of adults have not had fire extinguisher training and may not know how and when to use them. Fire extinguisher use requires a sound decision making process and training on their proper use and maintenance.

How to Decide If and When You Should Use a Fire Extinguisher »

Sound Decision Making. Training. Maintenance.

All are required to safely control a fire with an extinguisher. For this reason, USFA recommends that only those trained in the proper use and maintenance of fire extinguishers consider using them when appropriate.

Home Fire Prevention Tips

You can prevent the loss of life and property resulting from fire by being able to identify potential hazards and following the safety tips below.

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Fire Corps

Stay Involved in Preparedness All Year Long, Great California ShakeOut, Secretary Napolitano and FEMA Deputy Administrator Serino Visits Joplin, and more!

This Citizen Corps News Digest is provided by FEMA's Individual & Community Preparedness Division to highlight community preparedness and resilience resources and activities recently announced by federal agencies and Citizen Corps partners. 

This week's News Digest includes:  

National Preparedness Month: Stay Involved in Preparedness All Year Long

 Great California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill

DHS Officials and Education Secretary Visit Joplin 

National Disaster Recovery Framework

Celebrate Safe Communities: From the National Crime Prevention Council


DHS and FEMA Updates

National Preparedness Month: Stay Involved in Preparedness All Year Long

Thank you for making National Preparedness Month (NPM) 2011 the most successful NPM to date!  As the official campaign comes to a close, we encourage you to stay involved and get others involved in local emergency preparedness efforts throughout the year. Stay in touch to let us know about the great events, activities and actions you continue to take part in. Don’t forget to post them to the calendar each month since it will be available year round! 

 

As a community leader, encourage others to get involved and make a difference. From being informed about the potential for emergencies to making a plan and developing an emergency kit, these strategies are designed to empower individuals, households, organizations, and communities to respond to any emergency or disaster event.

Once again, thank you for making National Preparedness Month (NPM) 2011 a HUGE success! We can’t wait to see you as a Coalition Member next year and look forward to hearing about your ongoing initiatives and plans for 2012.

Great California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill

Don’t forget to join in the Great California Shakeout earthquake drill on October 20 at 10:20 a.m. Pacific Time. You may recall the Great Central U.S. ShakeOut from earlier this year, where more than 3 million people across 11 states took part in the “Drop, Cover, and Hold On!” drill to practice earthquake safety. 

While the Great California ShakeOut is coming up in less than a month, planning for other ShakeOut events are currently underway.  Here’s a look at a few: 

  • February 7, 2012: Central United States – Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas

  • April 17, 2012: Utah

To join in this key preparedness event, go to www.ShakeOut.org/register and make your pledge. It’s free to sign up, and registered participants will receive information on how to plan their drill and how to create a dialogue with others about earthquake preparedness.

DHS Officials and Education Secretary Visit Joplin 

Secretary Napolitano recently joined Secretary Arne Duncan of the Department of Education, and FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Serino in Joplin, Mo. to survey recovery efforts and meet with state, local and community officials following the May 2011 tornadoes.

 

“As I toured the areas affected by the May 2011 tornado, the scale of devastation is still difficult to comprehend” said Secretary Napolitano. “We know that the recovery process will take time, but it’s inspiring to see the work already underway. Joplin is a community determined to bounce-back, and they are a true model for others.”

During their visit, Secretaries Napolitano and Duncan and FEMA Deputy Administrator Serino joined Joplin Public Schools Superintendent C.J. Huff and Joplin City Manager Mark Rohr on a tour of Joplin High School, which was damaged during the May tornadoes. They also visited the temporary high school set up by the Joplin public school system.

 

"In the midst of rebuilding their own lives, the Joplin community came together to ensure that every student could return to school on the first day of class, and more importantly, feel safe," said Secretary Arne Duncan. "Their efforts to unite in a time of great tragedy have been an example to the nation, showing all of us that when community members come together, great things happen."

 

Following their tour, Secretaries Napolitano and Duncan and Deputy Administrator Serino participated in roundtable discussions with Joplin area students as well as state, local and community leaders and Joplin residents to highlight the recovery efforts underway and continued commitment of the federal government to support recovery efforts in the region.

 

"What the Joplin community has accomplished over the past few months has been nothing short of extraordinary," said FEMA’s Deputy Administrator Serino. "Joplin is leading by example and proving that when the entire community comes together to work on recovery efforts, including educators, non-profits and volunteer groups, the private sector and countless others, rebuilding happens more quickly and effectively. FEMA will continue to work hand in hand with all of our partners here to support this community as they continue to bounce back."

Click here for more information on the recent visit to Joplin, MO.

National Disaster Recovery Framework

A new multiagency effort to strengthen the way the federal family works together to support state, tribal, territorial, and local communities to recover after a disaster strikes has been finalized and published. The National Disaster Recovery Framework is the result of a two-year collaborative approach that brought together departments and agencies from across the Federal government, as well as recovery partners and stakeholders from State and local governments, non-profits, and the private sector to define how federal agencies will work together to best meet the needs of states and communities in their ongoing recovery efforts. This document represents the first framework published under the Presidential Preparedness Directive 8 and is a first step toward achieving a shared understanding and a common, integrated perspective across all five mission areas-Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery-in order to achieve unity of effort and make the most effective used of the Nation’s limited resources.

 

Some key aspects of the National Disaster Recovery Framework include: 

  • It aligns with the long-standing, National Response Framework (which primarily addresses actions during a disaster response) and shares the same key features, such as the ability to scale to the nature and size of a disaster, establishing an operational structure and developing a common planning framework.  

  • It introduces six Recovery Support Functions such as Community Planning and Capacity Building, Economic, Health and Social Services, Housing, Infrastructure Systems, and Natural and Cultural Resources which are supported by more than 15 departments, agencies, and organizations. 

 

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