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UPCOMING EVENTSPresented by 1st Responder Conferences in Partnership with First HELP and ICISF, Inc. and co-hosted by the Cypress Creek Fire Department, this training is for current and retired first responders, police, fire, military/veterans, corrections, dispatchers, chaplains, spouses, professional staff, clinicians, and all who work in the public safety field. This multi-faceted two-day seminar and networking event is designed to improve the mental health and wellness of first responders by discussing the real issues that first responders and their families are currently facing. Our conference will provide awareness, resources, and action items to combat PTSD/PTSI, depression, suicide, addiction, stress, and overall mental health.
Event Details
Monday, October 21 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday, October 22 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday, October 23 | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Event Details
Monday, November 11 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday, November 12 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday, November 13 | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Texas Fire Chiefs Workshop is a comprehensive networking opportunity for current Fire Chiefs (Head of Department). Earn the Additional 20 Hours Required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection with your peers in one event!
Post Traumatic Purpose is a transformative mental health initiative that aims to foster awareness among Military Personnel, Veterans, First Responders, Jailers, Dispatchers, Health Care workers, and their families. This program emphasizes the importance of transparency and relatability in addressing the challenges faced by these communities. Unlike traditional wellness training, Post Traumatic Purpose is an engaging, emotionally charged, and authentic experience designed to facilitate positive growth at the individual, professional, and family level. By encouraging ownership, acceptance, humor, and motivation, participants are empowered to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
INDUSTRY NEWSNFPA Podcast (9/24/2024)
A recent survey found that 16% of American households, which includes as many as 53 million people, do not have working smoke alarms.
Fire Rescue 1 (9/25/2024)
The kitchen table is a place for firefighters to connect and bond as a crew, but the election year is likely to cause politics to creep into conversations, and it up to leaders to ensure those conversations remain respectful.
TEXAS STATE NEWSMy San Antonio (9/24/2024)
Cibolo allocated $13 million to build a new fire station and burn tower as its population continues to grow. Construction is slated to being this fall and will be completed early to mid-year in 2025.
KLTV (9/23/2024)
Firefighters from across Texas gathered at Rusk County ESD-1 for training as part of emergency preparedness month.
TCFP UPDATESThe Texas Commission on Fire Protection respectfully submits for consideration its FY2026-27 Legislative Appropriations Request and seven exceptional items, which total $1,651,577.61 in increased appropriations. The commission is fully committed to careful and prudent stewardship of the funds provided for its operations and adheres to the statewide philosophy that all agencies are to be efficient and accountable. The commission has prepared its LAR in accordance with the instructions issued by the Governor’s Office and Legislative Budget Board.
TCFP offers “regional meetings” throughout the year in a variety of locations around the state. These meetings are opportunities for members of nearby fire departments and other regulated entities to meet some of our staff in person. We want to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and give timely updates related to commission news. In addition, through a partnership with TEEX, CE will be awarded for your attendance at these meetings. For a list of all upcoming meeting dates, visit the Regional Meetings webpage. TML NEWSRick Randall Upcoming Training October 15 October 16 November 19-20 December 10-11
TEEX NEWS
FIRE LAW BLOG
In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for September 23, 2024, Brad and Curt discuss a statement issued by OSHA relative to the newly proposed Emergency Responder Standard; a lawsuit out of Frederick County, Virginia alleging defamation and whistleblower retaliation; the arrest of a Cincinnati firefighter on firearms charges; the release from prison of a Colorado firefighter-paramedic who was convicted in the ketamine-related death of Elijah McClain; and the indictment of two FDNY chiefs on bribery charges.
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