Have you ever wondered what are the model fire prevention programs in the United States?
Well you can tune in today and be apart of history. The vision 20/20 symposium is on its second day of sharing the best ideas across the United States. The free web-cast will allow you to tune in and see some of the exciting programs that are being discussed
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The U.S. Fire Administration’s (USFA) National Fire Academy (NFA) has changed the application period for On-Campus course deliveries and the Executive Fire Officer Program. Applications from individuals wishing to attend classes on the NFA campus in Emmitsburg, Maryland, will now be accepted during the following time frames each year:
First Semester Classes: April 15 – June 15
Second Semester Classes: October 15 – December 15
“We recognize that this Nation’s fire and emergency services personnel are extremely busy and that their time is valuable” said [click to continue…]
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The United States Fire Administration (USFA), Department of Homeland Security, is recruiting students and instructor candidates to attend pilot classes for its new six-day off-campus or State enfranchised course Water-Based Fire Protection System Plan Review. The first pilot will be offered December 7 to 12 in Champaign, Illinois. The pilot delivery is a partnership with the Illinois Fire Service Institute. Students will arrive Saturday December 6 and depart Saturday, December 13.
The course will enable students to perform a plan review to evaluate the suitability of the fire sprinkler, pump and standpipe plans and calculations in accordance with nationally recognized standards for design and installation. Course content covers fire protection standards, plan reading, water supplies, building envelope features, fire protection hydraulics mathematics, fire pumps, sprinkler systems, and standpipe systems.
A second pilot will be [click to continue…]
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,Marcus Robinson: No,but It is truly unforgettable!!
,Ken Prichard: I don`t think this would meet the “Visible from the street requirement” beside the signage issue etc. , does the monkeys...
,Glen Doan: It blends to much to the building for me. I would not allow in my jurisdiction.
,Robert Allard: It maybe cute, but it could hide it at night , as the owner or the AHJ not to cover it.
,Tom Jacobs: Mark S, we have enough information to determine that there is no means of egress under that exit sign unless you have a sledgehammer....
,Portable-Toilet-Rentals: Great conversation. PSAI did a great job on explaining this one I think. Good job Mr. Carroll!