This topical report examines the causes and characteristics of winter residential building fires and shows the importance of family preparedness to fire safety. more >>
Most homes have a multitude of electrical appliances ranging from small kitchen items such as toasters and microwaves to major appliances like clothes dryers and dishwashers. While appliances make our lives much easier, they also pose significant risks - including fire - if not maintained properly. Appliance fire safety is a matter of keeping your appliances in good working order, as well as using them as they were intended. The average homeowner has several thousand dollars invested in appliances. To protect your investment and to avoid the potential risk of fire, find out what to check for to ensure your appliances don't put you or your family at risk. more >>
Following his challenge to fire service leaders across the nation to remain engaged in training and professional development, U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran recently attended a Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) incident command course at the Center for Domestic Preparedness in Anniston, Alabama. more >>
Students who need continuing education credits to maintain Emergency Medical Services (EMS) certification now can earn credits for each National Fire Academy EMS on-campus course they attend. more >>
U.S. Fire Administration Firefighter Fatality Notices
Kevin Swan of the Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 in Beacon Falls, CT has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-03-10 00:00:00.0. more >>
Gerard Marcheterre of the Borodino Fire Department in Skaneateles, NY has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-03-06 00:00:00.0. more >>
Brian Rowe of the West Fork Volunteer Fire Department in West Fork, ME has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-03-05 00:00:00.0. more >>
Brian P. Waynant, Sr. of the Wilmington Fire Department in Wilmington, DE has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-03-01 00:00:00.0. more >>
Jonathan Siemers of the Clay Center Fire Department in Clay Center, KS has died as the result of an on-duty incident that occurred on 2010-02-20 00:00:00.0. more >>
U.S. Fire Administration Residential Fire Fatality Notices
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to identify the frequency of periodic hydrostatic testing for portable fire extinguishers. (PDF, 200 Kb) more >>
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to identify the fire code requirements for attic, under-floor, or concealed space storage. (PDF, 257 Kb) more >>
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to identify means to protect underground water mains from physical damage or obstruction. (PDF, 257 Kb) more >>
Do you have a bulk plant or refinery in your first response district? If so, take some time this week to conduct a familiarity visit or inspection. (PDF, 227 Kb) more >>
Learning Objective: The student shall be able to identify the minimum hydrostatic test pressure required for portable fire extinguishers. (PDF, 233 Kb) more >>
