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Get Ready for the 4th of July: Consumer Fireworks and Public-Safety Issues
July 1, 2009… PHMSA) has prepared an advisory letter regarding safe transportation and storage of consumer fireworks that first responders should review before the July 4th holiday. In addition, the IAFC's recommend you review the NFPA website for resources for July 4, including three new PSAs that highlight the dangers associated with consumer fireworks...  Fireworks resources on IAFC.org: IAFC Sections > FLSS > Fire Prevention Resources > Other: Fireworks
Supreme Court Rules in Promotional Testing Case: IAFC Evaluates How it Can Help Members with Fair and Valid Testing Procedures
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On Scene has been enhanced—all issues are now emailed to members; annually you'll also receive 12 printed issues by mail. These enhancements mean you can now find even more On Scene content online, including new web-exclusive content. Many of the articles have been enhanced with links to help you get to the resources and additional information critical for today's fire and emergency service leaders. IAFC On Scene. Beyond in the know—in the lead. Enjoy!
July 1, 2009
The First Six Months of the Obama Administration:
A Fire Service Perspective
 By Ken LaSala
As we head into the summer of 2009, President Obama is making progress in putting together his homeland security team. At this point, he has nominated and the Senate has confirmed Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, Deputy Secretary Jane Holl Lute, FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate and Deputy FEMA Administrator for the National Preparedness Directorate Tim Manning. The IAFC was proud to support all of these highly qualified nominees. We’re still waiting to hear who will be nominated as U.S. fire administrator and the other FEMA deputy administrators and regional administrators. Read more >
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