Fire Prevention News

Fire and Life Safety Section (FLSS) Section & Board Meetings

August 24, 2023

FRI 2023 Section & Board Meetings read more

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. read more
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. read more
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. read more
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). read more
2020 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees Announced

July 10, 2020

Individuals and organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildfire risk reduction. read more
What You Need to Know About New Smoke Alarms

July 2020

The three Es come together. read more
How Vital is a Healthy Mutual Aid System?

July 2020

Lessons from the Oregon Mutual Aid System read more
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. read more
Lessons Learned from the Misfortunes of Others

January 2020

Using Case Studies to Aid Professional Development read more
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. read more