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URBAN 5 STEP PROCESS TO PREVENTION PLANNING

LIQUID CARBON DIOXIDE

FAST FOOD

HAZARDS

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.

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Topical Reports on Residential Building Fires Involving Individuals with Disabilities

Residential Building Fires Involving Individuals with Mental Disabilities

Residential Building Fires Involving Individuals with Physical Disabilities

Residential Building Fires

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Pipeline Emergencies Second Edition Releases Online Instructor Guide for Fire Trainers; Material Supports New Textbook

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New Charleston Fire Chief Named

Sources report Eugene Deputy Chief Karen Brack will run the department.

CHARLESTON, S.C. – WCBD is reporting that Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. will name Oregon Deputy Chief Karen E. Brack as the new fire chief.

Brack is one of four candidates picked from an applicant field of 61. All four were in Charleston in April to visit the city. The other three were Deputy Chief Paul Berardi (Kansas City, MO), Deputy Chief Richard Bannon (Mobile, AL) and Fire Chief Edwin Smith (Henrico County, VA).

Brack has been serving as deputy chief of operations since 2007. She reportedly has 29 years of experience and was a Battalion Chief in Fulton County, Georgia from 1982 to 2007. Brack holds Associates in Applied Science Degree in Paramedic and Fire Science, Bachelors in Biology/Psychology and Masters level coursework in Exercise Physiology.

The current salary range for the fire chief position is between $120,000 and $135,000 a year.

Brack will be replacing former chief Tom Carr, who retired due to complications from Parkinson's diesease.

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84th Annual Conference

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June 13 - 16, 2012

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Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Conference

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Louisville, Kentucky

May 20 - 24, 2012

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SOUTH CAROLINA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM UPDATE

RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO ELIMINATE PAPER CHECKS

On April 6, 2012, the South Carolina Retirement Systems is mailed letters to all retired members, or their beneficiaries, who receive their benefit payment by paper check. As part of the Retirement Systems’ ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, streamline administration, and reduce risks to both recipients and the state, the Retirement Systems will no longer issue paper checks after June 30, 2012.

We wanted to make sure that you and the members of your organizations are aware of the upcoming change to electronic benefit distribution only and of the notification letters that are being mailed today. If benefit recipients do not provide the Retirement Systems with the required information for electronic deposit of their benefit payment, their benefit payment will automatically be issued to them on a prepaid debit card beginning with the July 2012 benefit payment.

We are in the early stages of this project and plan to produce and distribute multiple communications through our news feeds, a press release, and social media during the next two and half months.

If you or any of your members have questions or need further assistance, please contact our Customer Services Department at 803-737-6800, 800-868-9002 (within S.C. only), or www.retirement.sc.gov. Retired members, or beneficiaries, can also access their personal information on file with the Retirement Systems online, 24 hours a day at https://online.retirement.sc.gov/MemberAccess/welcome.
William Blume,

SC Retirement System

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 2013 Budget Request Focuses on Increased Safety & Accountability

Funds for More Pipeline Inspectors& Hazmat Investigators

WASHINGTON (Monday, February 13, 2012) – The Fiscal Year 2013 President’s Budget requests $276 million and 647 positions for the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to improve safety and increase accountability by hiring more inspectors, increasing coordination with states and educating the public.

“President Obama’s budget for the Department of Transportation demonstrates our commitment to investing in an America that is built to last,� said Secretary LaHood. “Last year we made a promise to the American people that we would help make our utility lines the safest and most reliable in the world. President Obama’s plan will enable us to deliver on that promise and ensure that we have the infrastructure we need for tomorrow while putting people back to work today.�

The budget request supports the 2011 Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty and Job Creation Act. It will also build upon safety initiatives such as Secretary LaHood’s Pipeline Safety Action Plan and his Call to Action, in which he called upon the nation’s pipeline operators to repair, replace and rehabilitate the nation’s aging pipeline infrastructure.

“We have closed a record number of enforcement orders for the past three years, but we have more work to do to,� said PHMSA Administrator Cynthia Quarterman. “The 2013 budget request will help build upon these efforts to protect communities and increase oversight over the commercial transportation of hazardous materials by air, rail, vessel, highway and pipeline.�

The funds include more grants for states to ensure higher safety standards, more pipeline inspectors to increase oversight, additional safety and emergency resonder training, and more tools for public education through the National Pipeline Information Exchange. The FY 2013 request is an increase of nearly $75 million above FY 2012 enacted levels.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) develops and enforces regulations for the safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of the nation's 2.6 million mile pipeline transportation system and the nearly 1 million daily shipments of hazardous materials by land, sea, and air. PHMSA is one of 13 agencies within the U.S. Department of Transportation. Please visit http://phmsa.dot.gov for more information.

For further information:

Contact: Jeannie Layson

Tel: 202-366-4831

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).”

PRESS RELEASE

Midway Fire Rescue achieves State EMS Award

Kingston Plantation, Myrtle Beach, SC- Midway Fire Rescue prides itself on giving excellent patient care and great service to our community in the field of Emergency Medical Services. Through this dedication to service and community we were awarded the 2011 EMS System of Year Award in the small category. This award is given annually at the SC EMS Symposium in Myrtle Beach after a climactic week of training and competitions. The award is based on services that respond to less than 2000 calls for service in a year. Midway responded to 1630 Emergency Medical Calls in 2011. Midway was chosen by a group of peers at the State EMS Association based on awareness for training and education of our community in such fields as C.P.R., Child Safety Seat Inspections, Community Training Center, that has 15 instructors, EMS education in our schools and to civic and scout groups throughout the Waccamaw Neck and Georgetown / Horry County. This is the first (1st) time Midway has received this award. This is a great achievement considering that Midway’s programs are compared to some of the same size call volume departments in the state.

SOUTH CAROLINA FALLEN FIREFIGHTER

MEMORIAL TEE SHIRT UNVEILED

The South Carolina Fallen Firefighter Memorial Tees Shirt has been unveiled. The shirts, available in Black or Navy Blue, have the SC Fallen Firefighter Memorial Logo on the left breast front and, the list of all of the South Carolina Firefighters who have given their lives in the Line of Duty as memorialized on the Memorial Wall.

The Shirts have been delivered to the South Carolina Firefighters Association Office and, are available for sale. The profit from the sales will go to maintain the SC Fallen Firefighter Memorial Plaza at the South Carolina Fire Academy.

They will be at the Southeastern Fire School as the first public event, but can make them available to anyone today! Prices are $12.00 for Small, Medium, Large and, Extra-large. Prices are $15.00 for 2XL and 3XL.

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CPSC RECALL LISTS

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Farm Glass and Metal Spiral Tea Light Holder Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard

05/02/2012 08:21 AM EDT

On May 1, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of Farm Glass and Metal Spiral Tea Light Holders. Due to the design of the product, the tea lights can burn with a high flame, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

EPINEPHRINE INJECTION 1ml AMPULES BY AMERICAN REGENT

April 24, 2011 - American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall to the Retail/Hospital level of the
following product: Epinephrine Injection, USP, 1:1000, 1 mL Ampules NDC #0517-1071-25 Lot #1395, Exp Date: July 2012. LEASE NOTE: This recall, initiated on April 24, 2012 to the Retail/Hospital Level, is for lot #1395 only. No other lot or sizes of Epinephrine Injection, USP are subject to this voluntary recall.

American Regent is undertaking this voluntary recall of Epinephrine Injection, USP, lot #1395 because of discoloration and small visible particles found in some ampules of this lot.

Toy Truck Gifts with Purchase Recalled by Happy Shirts Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Kohl's

On March 30, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Big Movers Super Car toy trucks that were gifts with the purchase of Big Movers t-shirts at Kohl's stores nationwide and www.Kohls.com between February 2012 and March 2012 for about $20. The 4-inch long blue trucks have oversized tires and a flashing light on top and were sold with a yellow, red and blue logo on the hood. The navy t-shirts were sold in boys' sizes S, M and L.

STOK Gas Grills Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

On April 18, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of STOK Island and STOK Quattro gas grills. The regulator on the grill can leak propane gas, which can ignite, posing fire and burn hazard to consumers. The STOK Island has a round grill base and two burners. "STOK" is written on the grill cover and a label on the bottom of the grill stand. The STOK Quattro gas grill is a rectangular, four-burner grill. "STOK" is printed on the grill's lid. To identify whether a specific Island or Quattro grill is included in this recall, you will need to look at the grill's regulator. The recalled grills have regulators on them with the model number "AZF" on the front and a date code between 1046 and 1143 on the back of the regulator. Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide and in Canada and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide from March 2011 through February 2012 for between $79 and $350.

XS Scuba Recalls Miflex High Pressure Diving Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard

On April 19, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of Miflex High Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses. The diving hose can rupture reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.

Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

On April 4, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the bottom of the muffler side of the tool. The recalled Husqvarna Hedge Trimmers are Models 122HD60 and 122HD45 with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is located on a black plate on the gear box, which is on the lower portion of the tool. Sold at: Lowes, Sears and Husqvarna dealers and distributors nationwide for between $150 and $320 from May 2011 to January 2012.

Adjustable Mattress Bases Recalled by Leggett and Platt Due to Fire Hazard

On March 22, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Leggett and Platt adjustable mattress bases. Electrical components in the motor control board can fail and short causing overheating, which poses a fire hazard. These power foundations were offered in all bed sizes and they were sold with handheld remote controls. The recalled models are Titanium, Gold and Signature by Leggett and Platt and other brands names including Interflex, American Signature, Spring Air, Sealy and Simmons. Sold at: Mattress retailers nationwide from March of 2008 to October of 2011 for about $1,700 to $2,20

Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

On March 21, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Westinghouse Lighting ceiling fans with 24, 30 and 42-inch diameter blades. "Westinghouse" is printed on the fan's ceiling canopy. See the CPSC website for information on item numbers involved in this recall. The two 60-watt light bulbs included with the ceiling fans exceed the fan's maximum wattage, which can cause the ceiling fans to overheat or fail. This poses fire and shock hazards to consumers

Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

04/10/2012 08:00 PM EDT

On April 10, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Viking 24" Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured between May and September 2010. They were sold in black, white and 24 other custom colors, stainless steel and with custom wood panels. The name "Viking" appears on the control panel at the top of the door. The model and serial number are located on the identification plate mounted on the inside on the left side of the dishwasher door opening. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date in mmddyy format, e.g., serial number 052610 was manufactured on May 26, 2010. Model and manufacture dates included on this recall are: Model Numbers starting with DDB325, DFB450, VDB325, VDB450; Manufacture Dates (first six digits of serial number) 052610 through 091510. Model numbers ending with an E are not included on the recall.

Fire Concerns Prompt York International to Reannounce Recall of Gas Furnaces for Manufactured Homes

On February 3, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Coleman Evcon and Red T Gas Furnaces for manufactured homes. The furnace can overheat and cause the heat-exchanger to crack and create openings that allow flames to be exposed. When this happens, drywall and other nearby combustibles are exposed to the flames, posing a fire and smoke hazard to consumers.

Various Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a medical device recall for Cardiac Science Powerheart, CardioVive, CardioLife; GE Responder and Responder Pro; and Nihon-Kohden Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). The affected AEDs contain a component that may fail unexpectedly due to a defect. If the component were to fail during a rescue attempt, the AED may not deliver defibrillation therapy causing serious adverse health consequences, including death. The unit's self test may not detect the failure or impending failure of the component.

LED Night Lights Recalled by AmerTac Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

On March 1, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of AmerTac LED night lights sold at hardware stores, home centers and lighting showrooms from March 2009 through October 2010 for about $6. An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Papa Bear Loungeabouts Children's Pajamas Recalled by Retailers

Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

On February 28, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Papa Bear Loungeabouts children's pajamas sold at children's clothing and specialty retailers nationwide and online from January 2004 to December 2011. The garments fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard

On February 23, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of ECHO Gas Powered Backpack Blowers sold at Home Depot and authorized ECHO dealers from August 2011 through January 2012 for about $270. The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.

Gas Cylinders Recalled by Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin Due to Fire Hazard

On February 23, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin Map Pro Propylene and MAPP Gas Cylinders sold at various plumbing/HVAC distributors, Home Depot, Lowes, and Ace Hardware Stores nationwide and in Canada from October 2004 through January 2012 for about $7 to 13 for cylinders and $45 to 75 for the torch kits. The seal on the cylinders can leak after torches or other fuel consuming equipment are disconnected from them, posing a fire hazard.

Meijer Recalls Touch Point Fan Heaters Due to Fire, Shock Hazards

On February 22, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Touch Point Forced Air Heaters sold at Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20. Exposed and unshielded electrical components can cause the heater to overheat and melt, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.

Ford Recalls 245,000 2001-2002 Escape SUVs Due to Potential Fire Hazard

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.

Carruth Candleholder Collection Tea Light Candles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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 Recall - Select Cyclone II/Typhoon/Quest Vehicles

Equipped with Electronic Stability Control

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.

Children's Pajamas Recalled by Bella Bliss
Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

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.

Children's Robes Recalled by Hanna Andersson

Due to Violation of the Federal Flammability Standard

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.

Holiday Tree, Wreath and Garland Set

Recalled by General Foam Plastic Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Exclusivwely at True Value Hardware Stores

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.

Petit Lem Children's Pajamas Recalled

Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

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.

Uni-O Industries Recalls O-Grill Portable Gas Grills

Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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.

Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets

Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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

NFPA RELEASES STATE NEEDS ASSESSMENT

OF THE US FIRE SERVICE

IN SOUTH CAROLINA

Click Her to see Report: NFPA REPORT

There has been increased marketing and use of airborne paper lanterns (also known as Kongming lanterns, sky lanterns and wish lanterns) throughout South Carolina.

As such, the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has been requested to provide clarification on the legality of these devices. To be clear, the OSFM official interpretation bans the use of these devices in South Carolina, unless anchored or tethered.

For more information, please review the attached OSFM policy.

INTERPRETATION ON Kongming Lanterns.pdf

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:

Installing smoke alarms on every level of your home,

Testing smoke alarms once a month,

Changing smoke alarm batteries at least once a year, and

Making and practicing a home fire escape plan.

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 »

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!

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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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