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Fire and Life Safety Section (FLSS) Section & Board Meetings
August 24, 2023
FRI 2023 Section & Board Meetings
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Your Role in Improving EMS Flight Safety
February 2021
After your call, the operator should assess the risks—such as weather, flight conditions, and which pilot is on duty—to determine if it’s safe to accept the flight.
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NHTSA Encourages First Responders to Review its Guidelines for Incidents Involving Electric of Hybrid Vehicles Following NTSB Study on Risks Posed by These Vehicles
February 22, 2021
Guidance for responders when responding to incidents including electric vehicles.
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FAA Approves AeroLEDs for Part 27 Rotorcraft
January 14, 2021
This STC covers the installation of the SunSpot™ 36 and 46 Series LEDs on nearly all “Normal” category rotorcraft.
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House Passes Legislation to Protect the Public Safety Communications
September 23, 2020
The legislation will protect public safety communications in the T-Band (470 MHz – 512 MHz).
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2020 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees Announced
July 10, 2020
Individuals and organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildfire risk reduction.
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What You Need to Know About New Smoke Alarms
July 2020
The three Es come together.
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How Vital is a Healthy Mutual Aid System?
July 2020
Lessons from the Oregon Mutual Aid System
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Because We Are Still Here
APRIL 2020
When an events like a pandemic occur, it should cause us to stop for a second and think about what is truly important.
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Lessons Learned from the Misfortunes of Others
January 2020
Using Case Studies to Aid Professional Development
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Targeted Wildfire Risk Reduction Opportunity
January 6, 2020
A total of ten fire departments will be selected to receive assistance on implementing wildfire risk reduction efforts in their communities.
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Crash Responder Safety Week 2023: “Protecting Those Who Protect Us”
September 18, 2023
Crash Responder Safety Week, observed November 13-17 this year
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Leadership in Action: Fire Chief John S. Butler, IAFC President and Board Chair, Appoints Key Working Groups
September 15, 2023
IAFC President and Board Chair, John S. Butler, acted on several key appointments during the recent IAFC Board Meeting
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The Fire and Life Safety Section IAFC training has been rescheduled!
September 6, 2023
Join us on November 15th, 2023, and equip yourself with essential skills to ensure safety in any situation
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