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New York Association of Fire Chiefs


March 2013
ASSOCIATION NEWS
Captain George A. Turner Jr. of the Jericho Fire Department passed away on March 8, 2013.

Visit http://www.nysfirechiefs.com/LatestNewsStory.php?nSI=1916577037 to view the full article online.

 
Join as an association member on-site during FIRE 2013 and receive an autographed print while supplies last! All new members that join from January 30 through June 15, 2013, will be entered into a raffle for cash rewards and prizes! Remember, you don't have to be a chief officer to join NYSAFC!

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Look for SIZE UP Issue 1 • 2013 - available in print and digital editions!

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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS NEWS
An update from NYSAFC Executive Director Tom LaBelle

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CHIEFHAC'S CORNER: STATE & NATIONAL NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1917: Standard for Automotive Ambulances is open for public input until July 8, 2013.

Visit http://www.nfpa.org/aboutthecodes/aboutthecodes.asp?docnum=1917&cookie%5Ftest=1 to view the full article online.

 
Do you know the nine questions you should ask that could help keep you and your firefighters out of harm's way in a potentially violent situation?

Visit http://www.fireengineering.com/articles/2013/01/firefighters-and-violence--nine-questions-you-should-ask.html?cmpid=EnlFireEMSFebruary142013 to view the full article online.

 
This update to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) will provide a common and coherent approach to classifying chemicals and communicating hazard information on labels and safety data sheets.

Visit http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html to view the full article online.

 
The publication of the 2013 edition of NFPA 1981 on self contained breathing apparatus took place recently and three changes will take center stage with the new edition.

Visit http://www.firehouse.com/article/10888520/nfpa-1981-2013-edition-what-do-you-need-to-know to view the full article online.

 
Multiple stories of interest on the subject of foam from FireRescue1.com.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES NEWS
Tournament to benefit NFFF will be held June 2-3, 2013, at Deerfield Country Club in Brockport.

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Dr. Glen Asaeda to replace Dr. John Freese.

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Key changes include the restoration of a requirement that vouchers be submitted within 18 months of course completion.

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Initiative 13: "Firefighters and their families must have access to counseling and psychological support."

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PROGRAM & EVENT UPDATES
Training to be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, at the Turning Stone.

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Conference to be held at the New York State Fire Academy from May 3-5, 2013, co-sponsored by NYSAFC and OFPC.

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Earn up to 10 hours of code enforcement credit from the New York State Codes Division! Training to be held June 12-13, 2013, at the Turning Stone during the NYSAFC 107th Annual Conference and FIRE 2013 expo. Click below to download class information and a registration form.

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Mark your calendar for June 13 at the Floyd F.D. Note new starting time – 6:00 p.m. Click to download more info on this FIRE 2013 after-hours event.

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COMMITTEE NEWS
One of the primary functions of ICS is to enhance communications.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 10-11, 2013 – Annapolis, MD

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NYSAFC 107th Annual Conference – June 12-15, 2013 – Turning Stone Resort

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