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Cool MedicsCool Medics
6/8/2010 12:09:17 AM 
Cool Medics provides first responders across the United States with relief on hot days and after dealing with the intense heat of fighting fires. This California-based company manufactures a line of cooling vests, blankets and other apparel for firefighters and paramedics.
Annual Firefighter Fatality Report Reveals Sharp Drop in Number of Fatalities in 2009
6/7/2010 4:37:42 PM 
For the first time in three years, the number of on-the-job firefighter deaths in the United States has dropped below 100. The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) annual Firefighter Fatality Report, released today at the NFPA Conference & Expo, shows a sharp drop in the number of fatalities in 2009.
Latest Round of SAFER Grants Puts More Fire Fighters Back to Work
6/7/2010 4:37:37 PM 
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded more than $1.2 million in grants to IAFF affiliates through the Staffing for Adequate Fire Emergency Response (SAFER) program for Fiscal Year 2009. The grant awards announced last week will help some fire departments bring back fire fighters lost to layoffs or attrition.
Fire Corps Award of Excellence Nomination Period Now Open
6/7/2010 11:07:06 AM 
Nominate an outstanding Fire Corps program for the 2010 Fire Corps Award of Excellence.
The California State FirefightersThe California State Firefighters' Association's Achievements and New Member Benefits for 2010
6/6/2010 4:42:43 PM 
The California State Firefighters’ Association continues to expand and offer their members additional benefits each year. FDNNTV.com’s Barbara Brooks tells us what is new for CSFA in 2010.
William Dallas Jones Cancer Presumption Act of 2010 Introduced By California Lawmakers
6/4/2010 1:10:31 PM 
Assemblyman Joe Coto (D-San Jose) has introduced AB 2253 on behalf of the California Professional Firefighters (CPF). AB 2253 enacts the "William Dallas Jones Cancer Presumption Act of 2010." The bill seeks to expand the existing statute of limitations in a manner that more accurately reflects the increased risk to firefighters and other public safety personnel by those types of job-related cancers.
Home Safety Month Resources and Tips From Fire Corps
6/4/2010 11:45:49 AM 
June is Home Safety Month, providing a perfect opportunity for Fire Corps teams to reach out to the public and work to reduce instances of unintentional home injury in the U.S.
CAL Fire PIO SUVCAL Fire PIO SUV
6/3/2010 11:38:06 AM 
CAL FIRE San Diego Unit's Public Information Officers now have a new mobile information center.
NFPA Announces Virtual Version of NFPA Conference & Expo
6/2/2010 1:51:37 PM 
Attendees and non-attendees alike may now participate in the NFPA Conference & Expo anytime and anywhere, through the new NFPA Virtual Conference and the free mobile application.
David R. Richardson Jr. Named Los Angeles County Fire Department Deputy Chief of PreventionDavid R. Richardson Jr. Named Los Angeles County Fire Department Deputy Chief of Prevention
6/2/2010 7:52:18 AM 
David R. Richardson, Jr., the acting Deputy Chief of Prevention Services Bureau, has been officially promoted to the position of Deputy Chief.
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