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 MEMBER NEWSThe Texas Fire Chiefs Association (TFCA) is accepting nominations for its Annual Awards. To select the honorees, each department will have one vote for each of the awards/achievements listed below. Fire Chief of the Year Lone Star Achievement Fire Safety Valor Award Please submit your nominations and supporting materials by Jan. 12, 2024.
UPCOMING EVENTSThis class is open to all fire service personnel who are considered Second in Command to their Head of Department. Attendees will tackle common challenges encountered in their position and will discuss innovations and strategies used in departments throughout Texas. Past history shows that these formal and informal conversations provide dynamic networking opportunities made possible by the diverse and talented professionals of the Texas Fire Service. Class size is limited so please make plans now to attend or send your staff who hold the Second in Command position.
Fire Department administrative staff carry a heavy burden. Without a strong administrative staff, organizations cannot achieve their full potential and operate efficiently. The goal of this conference is to provide position-specific training and development opportunities and to help connect FIRE/EMS administrative staff members enabling them to provide the highest level of support possible.
This webinar, hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs, will cover the critical aspect of retaining an adequate number of trained volunteers to respond to emergencies, as well the actions necessary to overcome periods of low staffing.
Presneted in Partnership with First H.E.L.P., co-hosted by the Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office, and endorsed by the El Paso Fire Department, Cypress Creek Fire Department and Texas LODD Task Force, 1st Responder Conferences presents a multi-faceted two-day seminar and networking event for improving the mental health and wellness of our first responders. By discussing the real 21st Century issues our first responders and their families are continually facing, our conference will provide awareness, resources and action items to combat PTSD/PTSI, depression, suicide, addiction, stress, and overall mental health. The event will take place March 7-8, 2024 at the Wyndham El Paso Airport. Download the flyer and click the button below to register.
INDUSTRY NEWSSOURCE: U.S. Fire Administration
In a joint effort, the IAFF, UL Solutions, and FSRI have conducted four large-scale tests looking at the relationship between lithium-ion battery technology and fire growth in order to improve responses and the development of effective PPE.
TEXAS STATE NEWSTitus County is seeking assistance in providing fire protection for the unincorporated areas of the County and the City of Talco. More information can be found in the Request for Proposal, linked below.
SOURCE: Fox News
"There's not a day where we don't go to the river's edge to transport patients, and the city swallows the cost," said Eagle Pass Fire Chief Manuel Mello.
SOURCE: Crossroads Today
George Gamez has been named the new Fire Chief for the City of Victoria, bringing 30 years of experience to the role.
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