US LABOR DEPARTMENT'S OSHA CITES BURLINGTON, NJ, CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR EXPOSING WORKERS TO FALL HAZARDS
Region 2 News Release: 13-826-NEW (osha 13-050) June 18, 2013 Contact: Joanna HawkinsLeni Fortson Phone: 215-861-5101215-861-5102 Email: hawkins.joanna@dol.govuddyback-fortson.lenore@dol.gov US LaborRead More...
PERKASIE, PA., HELICOPTER CONTRACTOR CITED BY US LABOR DEPARTMENT'S OSHA FOR EXPOSING WORKERS TO CHEMICAL HAZARDS; FINED $40,500
Region 3 News Release: 13-1159-PHI (osha 13-051) June 18, 2013 Contact: Joanna Hawkins Leni Fortson Phone: 215-861-5101 215-861-5102 Email: hawkins.joanna@dol.gov uddyback-fortson.lenore@dol.gov PRead More...
LEARN & LIVE: GRAIN INDUSTRY HAZARDS LEAD TO DEATHS, INJURIES EACH YEAR
Region 5 News Release: 13-1128-CHI June 18, 2013 Contact: Scott AllenRhonda Burke Phone: 312-353-6976 Email: allen.scott@dol.govburke.rhonda@dol.gov Learn & Live: Grain industry hazards lead to deathRead More...
US LABOR DEPARTMENT'S OSHA CITES FLORIDA UNDERGROUND UTILITY COMPANY FOR WILLFUL, SERIOUS TRENCHING VIOLATIONS; PROPOSES MORE THAN $106,000 IN PENALTIES
Region 4 News Release: 13-1089-ATL (125) June 18, 2013 Contact: Michael D'AquinoLindsay Williams Phone: 404-562-2076404-562-2078 Email: d'aquino.michael@dol.govwilliams.lindsay.l@dol.gov US Labor DepRead More...
US LABOR DEPARTMENT'S OSHA CITES NUCAP US INC. FOR 17 SERIOUS SAFETY VIOLATIONS AT WATERTOWN, CONN., MANUFACTURING PLANT
Region 1 News Release: 13-1158-BOS/BOS 2013-089 June 13, 2013 Contact: Ted FitzgeraldAndre Bowser Phone: 617-565-2075 617-565-2074 Email: fitzgerald.edmund@dol.govbowser.andre.j@dol.gov US Labor DepaRead More...
SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS (3) AND COMMITTEE SERVICE (9) HONORED BY NFPA
June 13, 2013 – Every year the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standards Council recognizes individuals for outstanding service to the organization in the development of codes and standards. Awards will be presented to 12 individuals at the NFPA Conference & Expo taking place this week in Chicago.
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RESOURCES TO COVER WILDFIRE SEASON: TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS TO PREPARE HOMES, EVACUATE
June 12, 2013 – This week, Colorado has been experiencing extensive wildfire activity that has scorched more than 12,000 acres, destroyed close to a hundred homes and evacuated thousands. Wildfire safety experts from the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program and the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) Ready, Set, Go! Program encourage residents to prepare their homes for a wildfire, maintain a situational awareness of the fires and evacuate if called to do so.
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ELECTRICAL CODE COALITION LAUNCHES WEBSITE
June 11, 2013 – The Electrical Code Coalition (ECC) today announced the launch of its new website, which aims to facilitate direct and full adoption, application and uniform enforcement of the latest edition of NFPA 70®, the National Electrical Code® (NEC®). The NEC sets the standard for safe electrical installations in homes, businesses, institutions and industry.
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NFPA'S ANNUAL FIREFIGHTER FATALITY REPORT SHOWS LOW NUMBER OF ON-DUTY DEATHS FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
June 11, 2013 – Today the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released its annual Firefighter Fatality Report. There were a total of 64 on-duty firefighter deaths in the U.S. in 2012, making 2012 the second consecutive year that the total has been below 65 deaths. For the past four years, now, the annual total has been well below 100, dropping the annual average over the past 10 years to 88 deaths. NFPA released the results during a special session at the NFPA Conference & Expo in Chicago.
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NFPA RE-ELECTS OFFICERS AND ELECTS NEW MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the re-election of officers and election of new members to the Board of Directors at the 2013 NFPA Conference & Expo in Chicago, Illinois.
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NFPA RECOGNIZES INDIVIDUALS FOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY WITH AWARDS PRESENTED AT NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) presented four awards to recognize achievements in fire and life safety at the 2013 NFPA Conference & Expo.
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NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO MOBILE TOOLS OFFERED
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is providing several digital additions to its Conference & Expo. These will allow for greater access to the conference for attendees, non-attendees and press, as well as an enhanced experience for those present.
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FREE APP AND E-BOOK TEACH KIDS ABOUT FIRE SAFETY
In time for Fire Prevention Week in October, the National Fire Protection Association will release a free deluxe interactive storybook app for ages 3-7, a free e-book for ages 7-10, and a website for parents and teachers (www.sparkyschoolhouse.org), all designed to teach kids about the importance of fire safety in a fun, engaging way.
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JUNE AND JULY ARE PEAK MONTHS FOR GRILLING FIRES
May 23, 2013 – As the Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the unofficial start of summer, grillers everywhere are dusting off their spatulas and are eager to let the grilling season commence. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is recommending that grillers be mindful of safety, especially as the peak months for grilling fires, June and July, approach. While gas grills contribute to a higher number of home fires than their charcoal counterparts, all grills pose a risk for fires and burns.
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NFPA, IAFC AND NVFC OFFER SWEEPSTAKES QUIZ FOR FIREFIGHTERS IN HONOR OF SAFETY AND HEALTH WEEK
May 20, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is sponsoring the "Fire Service Safety & Health Quiz” Sweepstakes in conjunction with International Fire/EMS Safety and Health Week, which will be June 16-22, 2013. The theme of the week, and of the contest, will be "Saving Our Own… An Inside Job.”
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NFPA’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM TOPS 900TH COMMUNITY MARK
May 17, 2012 ? The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program reached a milestone and announced the 900th community to earn recognition as a Firewise Communities/USA® site. The city of Lakeway in Travis County, Texas is the latest neighborhood to take action to improve residents’ safety from threats posed by brush, grass and forest fires.
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UPPER MIDWEST WILDFIRES RAISE CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
May 16, 2013 – Recent wildfires in Minnesota and Wisconsin highlight the threat to homes and property in communities across the Midwest. According to news reports, the Germann Road Fire in Douglas and Bayfield Counties in northwest Wisconsin burned 9,000 acres while just across the border in northern Minnesota, the Green Valley Fire has consumed more than 7,000 acres. Dry and windy conditions continue to contribute to an outbreak of wildfires across both states, and many homes and commercial properties remain under threat.
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NFPA CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF 34 OFFICIAL FIREWISE COMMUNITIES
May 9, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise Communities/USA® Recognition Program is honoring 34 official Firewise communities from 17 states as they each celebrate a 10-year anniversary of continued participation and successes in reducing wildfire risks. The communities were nationally recognized in 2004, and were among the earliest adopters of the Firewise Communities/USA process.
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FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION RELEASES REPORT ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
May 9, 2013 – The Fire Protection Research Foundation (Foundation) has released a report on a study of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. The Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and its affiliated Property Insurance Research Group (PIRG) requested a study of the flammability of Li-ion batteries in bulk storage to inform the development of sprinkler protection criteria.
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FIRE SERVICE-BASED EMS ADVOCATES RECOGNIZE NATIONAL EMS WEEK
Sunday May 19, 2013 marks the beginning of National EMS Week and presents an opportunity to honor the men and women who deliver pre-hospital 9-1-1 emergency medical care throughout the United States. This vital public safety service is provided primarily by cross-trained, multi-role emergency responders who are based in our nation’s fire departments.
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES RAISE CONCERNS FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
May 5, 2013 – The recent Springs Fire in Ventura County near Malibu, on the Pacific Coast, highlights the threats to homes and property from wildfire in communities across California. Driven by windy, dry conditions, the fire has burned close to 8,000 acres and many homes and commercial properties remain under threat.
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NEARLY 50,000 HOME FIRES INVOLVED ELECTRICAL FAILURES OR MALFUNCTIONS
May 1, 2013 – Electrical fires remain one of the top causes of home structure fires, according to a new report by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The Home Electrical Fires report estimates that an electrical failure or malfunction factored in 45,000 to 55,000 home structure fires reported to the U.S. fire departments every year since 2000.
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NFPA CO-SPONSORS HARVARD UNIVERSITY PROGRAM FELLOWSHIP FOR FOUR FIRE OFFICERS
April 30, 2013 – Fellowships were awarded to four senior fire officials to participate in the Harvard University Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program, co-sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
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PATTI MAGUIRE JOINS NFPA’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM AS REGIONAL ADVISOR
April 30, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program named Patti Maguire the Firewise advisor for its Southwest 2 Region to help expand the association’s community wildfire safety activities. Maguire will join the program’s five existing regional advisors and oversee Firewise activities in communities in Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Texas and Utah.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCE FOR FIRE SERVICE OFFICERS
April 25, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the new Company Officers Responsibility for Incident Safety (CORFIS) program. The program was developed to serve as a resource for fire officers and others whom are responsible for supervising firefighters during firefighting operations. NFPA teamed up with Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA) of Ashland, Massachusetts which will add this program to their existing library of training programs and deliver it to the U.S. fire service.
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NFPA NAMES DONALD BLISS VICE PRESIDENT OF FIELD OPERATIONS
April 25, 2013- The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) appointed Donald P. Bliss as vice president of Field Operations. In his new position, Bliss will oversee NFPA’s International Division, Government Affairs Division and NFPA’s Regional Operations.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCE FOR FIRE SERVICE OFFICERS
April 25, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the new Company Officers Responsibility for Incident Safety (CORFIS) program. The program was developed to serve as a resource for fire officers and others whom are responsible for supervising firefighters during firefighting operations. NFPA teamed up with Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA) of Ashland, Massachusetts which will add this program to their existing library of training programs and deliver it to the U.S. fire service.
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SEVEN PEOPLE DIE EACH DAY IN REPORTED U.S. HOME FIRES
April 23, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA’s) new report on home fires shows that U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated annual average of 366,600 home structure fires from 2007-2011. Seven people died each day in U.S. home fires, on average, and older adults were the age group most likely to die in a home fire. Cooking equipment remains the leading cause of home structure fires and home fire injuries; however, smoking materials persist as the leading cause of home fire deaths, according to the report.
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NFPA TO HIGHLIGHT DANGERS OF KITCHEN FIRES DURING FIRE PREVENTION WEEK IN OCTOBER
April 22, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the 2013 Fire Prevention Week theme: "Prevent Kitchen Fires.” NFPA selected this theme to encourage greater care when cooking and an awareness of kitchen fire dangers. As cooking is the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries, NFPA will use the week of October 6-12 to promote safe kitchen habits with stoves, microwaves and other appliances. Remaining attentive while cooking and managing how close children and pets are to anything hot will help keep families safe.
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TOTAL COST OF FIRE UP 38 PERCENT FROM 1980
April 18, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released an updated report on the Total Cost of Fire in the United States. It can be seen from the report that the total cost of fire in 2010, adjusted for inflation, is 38 percent higher than in 1980, while its proportion of U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) has declined by roughly one-third.
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FIRE SPRINKLER INITIATIVE PRESENTS FIRST HOME FIRE SPRINKLER CHAMPION AWARD TO TOM LIA
April 16, 2013 – The Fire Sprinkler Initiative® (FSI), a project of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), announced its first recipient of the Home Fire Sprinkler Champion Award: Tom Lia, the executive director of the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board for over a decade.
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NFPA RELEASES NEW WILDFIRE DVD FOR SMALL AND LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENTS
April 12, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the release of a new DVD, Before the Smoke! Preparing Your Community for Wildfire (Strategies for Small & Volunteer Fire Departments). Aimed at small and volunteer fire departments in the wildland/urban interface (WUI), Before the Smoke! emphasizes the importance of relationship-building between local fire departments and residents, and how these partnerships can make a marked difference in a community’s effort to reduce its wildfire risk despite department budget cuts and limited fire suppression resources. The DVD is available at no charge through NFPA’s wildfire safety online catalog.
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NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE & EXPO COMING TO CHICAGO
CHICAGO (April 12, 2013) – Presented by ROC-NFPA, LLC, the 2013 NFPA Conference & Expo begins Monday, June 10 and concludes Thursday, June 13 at Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center. More than 4,500 fire and life safety professionals will attend to learn about the latest technologies, newest research advances in life safety, and current building codes that affect the general public.
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METRO CHIEFS MEET IN PHOENIX
April 11, 2013 – The Metropolitan "Metro” Fire Chiefs Association, a section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) held its 2013 annual conference in Phoenix, Arizona, April 5-11. Approximately 110 Metro chiefs from Canada, China, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States attended the conference and elected the section’s 2013-2014 officers and board members. Chief Bob Khan and the Phoenix Fire Department staff hosted the conference.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES RECIPIENT OF 2013 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
March 28, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has named Tracy Koslowski, public education/information manager of the Drexel Heights Fire District in Tucson, Ariz., as the 2013 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year.
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NFPA LAUNCHES NEW AUTHENTICITY PROGRAM TO HELP USERS OF NFPA CODES AND STANDARDS TO BE SURE THEY HAVE THE REAL THING
March 27, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today announced the initial launch of its Authenticity Program, through which users and customers can ensure that digital copies of NFPA documents have not been altered in any way. The NFPA Authenticity Program was developed in response to growing concerns about maliciously altered, counterfeit or unauthorized copies of NFPA digital documents. Now, with this program, users can assure themselves that they have authentic materials by downloading them only from NFPA.org or its authorized resellers and by always finding and clicking on the Authenticity Stamp on any NFPA document they plan to use.
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NFPA SIGNS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH SOUTH AFRICA’S FFA NON PROFIT COMPANY
March 26, 2013 – As wildfire risk to people and property continues to be a growing problem around the world, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), a recognized leader on fire and life safety, has announced a formalized relationship with FFA Non Profit Company, a registered public benefit organization in South Africa that works with public and private sectors, and donor and government agencies to address wildfire safety concerns in the wildland/urban interface (WUI). The two organizations have built up a working relationship around wildfire safety issues since 2006, and will support each other’s missions to further protect people and property at risk from fires.
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NFPA JOURNAL FEATURES IKEA’S SAFETY CRITERIA DEVELOPMENT
March 18, 2013 — The latest issue of NFPA Journal®, the official magazine of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), features IKEA’s efforts to develop protection criteria for a particularly hazardous type of stored commodity.
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NFPA AND NVFC RELEASE STANDARDS GUIDE FOR FIRE DEPARTMENTS
March 18, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have teamed up to develop a guide to assist fire departments in understanding and implementing NFPA standards. Understanding and Implementing Standards (PDF, 10 MB) examines three major NFPA standards relating to safety and health and offers clarification, identifies manageable steps, and highlights available resources to help departments reach their safety goals. Information regarding the standards making process is also provided.
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FIRE ADAPTED COMMUNITIES COALITION ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF WILDFIRE REPORT AND VIDEO
March 15, 2013 – The Fire Adapted Communities (FAC) Coalition has announced the release of a new report, "Lessons from Waldo Canyon” and a companion video, "Creating Fire Adapted Communities: A Case Study from Colorado Springs and the Waldo Canyon Fire.” Both the video and report will be available through the Fire Adapted Communities website on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.
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NFPA ADAPTS ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRAINING FOR CANADIAN FIRST RESPONDERS
March 15, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is working in conjunction with the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to address the need for first responders to receive instruction on handling emergency situations involving electric vehicles.
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NFPA OFFERS MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATION ON LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE SPRINKLERS
March 5, 2013 – The Fire Sprinkler Initiative, a project of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), has created a presentation highlighting the dangers of lightweight construction and the corresponding benefits of home fire sprinklers.
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NFPA TEAMS UP WITH DOMINO’S PIZZA TO DELIVER FIRE SAFETY MESSAGES
ANN ARBOR, Mich., March 4, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is honoring the tradition of spring cleaning, along with its friends at Domino’s Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, by reminding customers what they can do in the home to stay fire safe, especially from electrical fires. In participating markets across the country, Domino’s will utilize its pizza boxes to deliver fire safety tips throughout the month of March.
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NFPA PARTNERS WITH LEGOLAND® CALIFORNIA RESORT FOR FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION
February 22, 2013 – First responders from all across southern California , their families and California State Fire Marshal Tonya Hoover were on hand today as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced its’ partnership with LEGOLAND® California Resort to serve as the Park’s presenting fire safety partner, providing lifesaving safety information.
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10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATION NIGHTCLUB FIRE
February 15, 2013 – The recent tragic fire at Kiss nightclub in Santa Maria, Brazil is reminiscent of The Station nightclub fire in Rhode Island in 2003. As the 10th anniversary of The Station fire is nearing, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is offering expanded resources on its webpage on nightclub and assembly fires. The Kiss nightclub fire is ranked third on NFPA’s list of the deadliest nightclub fires in the world; The Station is ranked tenth.
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NFPA MARKS 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATION FIRE WITH PLEA FOR CAUTION
February 15, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is marking the 10th anniversary of The Station nightclub fire that occurred in Rhode Island with a plea to the public to be cautious and keep safety in mind when visiting nightclubs or similar venues. The Station fire occurred on February 20, 2003 and killed 100 people.
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LEARN NOT TO BURN® LEVEL 1 MAKES FIRE SAFETY FUN IN THE CLASSROOM
February 15, 2013 – To a first grader, not being able to find his/her favorite book may feel like an emergency. But does it warrant calling 9-1-1? The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) comprehensive fire safety curriculum Learn Not to Burn (LNTB) Level 1 can help children answer this question.
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NFPA AND ESPN’S HANNAH STORM RELEASE PSAS ON GRILLING SAFETY
January 30, 2013 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is collaborating with ESPN SportsCenter Anchor Hannah Storm on a series of home fire safety PSAs. As the Super Bowl approaches, these messages encourage the public to take care when using their grills. For PSAs and safety information visit, www.nfpa.org/hannah.
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NFPA’S 5TH BACKYARDS AND BEYOND WILDLAND FIRE EDUCATION CONFERENCE SLATED FOR SALT LAKE CITY IN NOVEMBER
January 25, 2012— Registration for the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) 5th Backyards & Beyond® Wildland Fire Education Conference is now available online. The conference will be held November 14 – 16 in Salt Lake City, Utah where experts and stakeholders will gather to discuss wildfire safety issues and best practices for reducing risks. With more than 50 breakout sessions in five educational tracks, the Backyards and Beyond conference offers leading wildland fire experts, community planners, civic leaders, homeowners and residents, insurance professionals, landscape architects, and physical and social researchers and scientists an opportunity to build relationships and explore answers to important wildland fire safety questions that can be taken back to communities and the workplace.
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NFPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPOINTS NEW MEMBERS TO STANDARDS COUNCIL
January 24, 2013—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Board of Directors appointed two new members to serve on the Association’s Standards Council for a three-year term effective January 2013: James E. Golinveaux of North Kingstown, R.I., and Bonnie E. Manley of Norfolk, Mass.
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FIREWISE LAUNCHES NATIONAL WILDFIRE SAFETY CHALLENGE FOR COMMUNITIES
January 24, 2013—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Board of Directors appointed two new members to serve on the Association’s Standards Council for a three-year term effective January 2013: James E. Golinveaux of North Kingstown, R.I., and Bonnie E. Manley of Norfolk, Mass.
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FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION TO HOST SUPPRESSION, DETECTION AND SIGNALING RESEARCH AND APPLICATIONS SYMPOSIUM
January 14, 2013 – The Fire Protection Research Foundation’s 17th annual Suppression, Detection and Signaling Research and Applications Symposium (SUPDET 2013) will be held February 26 through March 1, 2013 at SeaWorld’s Doubletree Orlando.
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NFPA JOURNAL FEATURES THE REBUILDING OF THE ST. JOHN MEDICAL CENTER IN JOPLIN, MO. AFTER THE 2011 TORNADO
The latest issue of NFPA Journal®, the official magazine of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), features the rebuilding of St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Joplin, Missouri which was devastated in May 2011 by one of the most powerful tornadoes ever recorded.
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CHRISTMAS TREES AND HOLIDAY LIGHTING PRESENT POST-HOLIDAY FIRE HAZARDS
December 20, 2012 – While the winter months are the leading time of year for home fires, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) says the post-holiday season presents its own set of fire hazards. Dried out Christmas trees and holiday lighting are among the leading culprits.
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LEARN NOT TO BURN AGAIN
December 13, 2012 – National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently updated its award-winning Learn Not to Burn (LNTB) preschool program, which teaches young children about fire safety
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SHARPEN YOUR FIRE SAFETY SMARTS THIS SEASON
December 12, 2012 – How many strands of mini string lights can you safely connect? How many inches should you cut from the base of a fresh-cut Christmas tree before placing it in water? Not really sure? Then it’s time to sharpen your holiday fire safety smarts with information and resources from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
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NFPA URGES THE PUBLIC TO STAY WARM AND SAFE THIS WINTER
December 10, 2012 – As temperatures continue to drop in the months ahead, the risk of home heating fires peaks. In fact, December, January and February are the leading months for home fires, when half of all home heating fires occur.
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NFPA AND USFA TEAM UP TO PUT A FREEZE ON WINTER FIRES
December 6, 2012 – While a warm home and a hot meal on a cold winter’s day may conjure up thoughts of safety and security, the unfortunate reality is that winter is the leading time of year for home fires in the United States (U.S.). That’s why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) have teamed up to help prevent home fires in the winter months.
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COCOANUT GROVE COALITION CREATED TO MARK 70TH ANNIVERSARY OF FIRE AND LAUNCH WEBSITE
November 19, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has teamed up with Boston Fire Department, Boston Fire Historical Society, Boston Fire Museum, City of Boston Archives, Boston Public Library and Massachusetts General Hospital to form The Cocoanut Grove Coalition to preserve the history of this monumental fire for future generations. The nightclub fire, which occurred in Boston, Mass. on November 28, 1942, resulted in the death of 492 people. It was the deadliest nightclub fire in history.
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THANKSGIVING IS THE LEADING DAY FOR HOME COOKING FIRES
November 16, 2012 – While most people consider overeating the greatest peril of Thanksgiving, cooking the day’s feast presents its own risks, too.
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NFPA JOURNAL FEATURES NEW EFFORT TO PRESERVE HISTORY OF COCOANUT GROVE FIRE ON ITS 70TH ANNIVERSARY
November 14, 2012 – The latest issue of NFPA Journal®, the official magazine of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), features a retrospective on the 70th anniversary of Boston’s Cocoanut Grove nightclub fire, one of the deadliest in U.S. history where 492 people died as a result of the fire.
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NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM TOPS 800TH COMMUNITY MARK
October 26, 2012 ? The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program today reached a milestone in announcing the 800th community to earn recognition as a Firewise Communities/USA® site. Vansant Mobile Home Park #2 in Cullman County, Alabama, is the latest neighborhood to take action to improve residents’ safety from threats posed by brush, grass and forest fires. And it’s the first to showcase the efforts of a state forestry staffer whose commitment included her own investment in mitigation work on her property.
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ARON ANDERSON JOINS NFPA’S FIRE ADAPTED COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE
October 15, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has named Aron Anderson planner of its Fire Adapted Communities® (FAC) initiative. Anderson will assist NFPA in providing technical support of its FAC web content, conducting research and developing and providing technical training. He is located in NFPA’s Denver, Colorado field office.
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FIRE SAFETY DESIGN AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS SYMPOSIUM IN CHICAGO NOVEMBER 7-8
October 12, 2012 – The Fire Protection Research Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), in collaboration with the Chicago and Illinois chapters of the American Institute of Architects, the Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildings, the Society of Fire Protection Engineers and the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat will present Fire Safety Design and Sustainable Buildings: Challenges and Opportunities, November 7 and 8, 2012 at the Courtyard Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile.
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COOKING EQUIPMENT REMAINS TOP CAUSE OF HOME STRUCTURE FIRES ACCORDING TO NFPA REPORT
October 10, 2012 – According to a new report released by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking remains top cause of home structure fires. U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 371,700 home structure fires annually between 2006 and 2010. These fires caused an estimated average of 2,590 civilian deaths and $7.2 billion in direct property damage yearly.
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NFPA HOSTS URBAN FIRE FORUM
October 10, 2012 – Sixteen fire chiefs from around the world participated in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Urban Fire Forum in Quincy, Mass. October 4-7. Also in attendance was United States Fire Administrator Chief Ernest Mitchell.
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DOMINO’S PIZZA TEAMS UP WITH THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION TO DELIVER FIRE SAFETY MESSAGES
ANN ARBOR, Mich., October 1, 2012 – Domino’s Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Sparky the Fire Dog® for the fifth consecutive year to deliver fire safety messages to homes across the nation.
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NFPA AND LEGOLAND FLORIDA KICK OFF FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
October 4, 2012 – Hundreds of children and families filled the LEGO® City Stage at LEGOLAND® Florida to kick off Fire Prevention Week (FPW) (Oct. 7-13) with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and heard about a number of special activities aimed at providing lifesaving fire safety information to visitors that will take place during the month of October.
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FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION RECEIVES GRANT TO INVESTIGATE SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES FOR HOME-COOKING APPLIANCES
September 26, 2012 – Cooking equipment-related fires are the leading cause of U.S. fire loss, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). During the five-year-period of 2006-2010, cooking equipment was involved in an average of 157,300 reported home structure fires, with associated losses of 380 civilian deaths, 4,920 civilian injuries and $794 million in direct property damage per year.
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NFPA, THE HOME DEPOT AND KIDDE TEAM UP FOR FIRE SAFETY
September 25, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced today it is teaming up with The Home Depot and Kidde to help raise awareness of fire safety throughout October with nationwide in-store fire safety workshops for kids and adults. In addition, The Home Depot will donate 50,000 Kidde 10-year sealed lithium battery smoke alarms to local fire departments across the United States. Home Depot associates will be providing fire safety education through the month of October. In addition, a donation will be made to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s "Be a Hero, Save a Hero” initiative.
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NFPA OFFERS TOOLS, TIPS AND RESOURCES FOR OCTOBER’S FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
September 25, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) annual awareness campaign, Fire Prevention Week, is slated for October 7-13. The non-profit fire safety organization is reminding the public to, ‘Have 2 Ways Out’, the theme for this year’s effort which focuses on the importance of having multiple escape routes in the event of a fire.
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RESIDENTS URGED TO REDUCE HOMES’ RISK FROM WILDFIRE DURING MAJOR WILDFIRE ANNIVERSARY
September 21, 2012 – After one of the hottest and driest winters and summers on record, many communities across the country are experiencing increased risk for wildfires. This year has demonstrated the trend that wildfires are burning larger than ever, and the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise Communities Program is urging homeowners to take action to reduce the risk of losing their homes and property to wildfires.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES CERTIFIED FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST PROGRAM REACCREDITATION
September 19, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today announced that the Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) program, which it administers, recently received reaccreditation from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Personnel Certification Accreditation Committee. The vote to accredit came at a recent meeting of the accreditation committee.
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NFPA CERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT TEAMING UP WITH SCHROEDER MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGIES TO EXPAND CERTIFICATION DELIVERY
September 19, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certification Department announced today that it is teaming up with Schroeder Measurement Technologies (SMT) to increase the geographic availability of its Certified Fire Inspector I certification examinations.
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RESIDENTS URGED TO REDUCE HOMES’ RISK FROM WILDFIRE DURING MAJOR WILDFIRE ANNIVERSARY
September 21, 2012 – After one of the hottest and driest winters and summers on record, many communities across the country are experiencing increased risk for wildfires. This year has demonstrated the trend that wildfires are burning larger than ever, and the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise Communities Program is urging homeowners to take action to reduce the risk of losing their homes and property to wildfires.
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DEADLY PRISON FIRE IN HONDURAS FEATURED IN NEW ISSUE OF NFPA JOURNAL
September 12, 2012 – The latest issue of the NFPA Journal®, the official magazine of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), analyzes the deadly Comayagua, Honduras prison fire that occurred this past February and how certain NFPA codes and standards can address potential causes of further disasters of the sort in Latin America.
The Waldo Canyon Fire was the costliest in Colorado’s history, burning over 18,000 acres and nearly 350 buildings. The NFPA Journal feature story After Waldo Canyon takes a look at what pre-mitigation lessons can be learned from the blaze.
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NFPA REMOVES DRM ON PDFS
September 10, 2012 – In an effort to make digital versions of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards easier to use across multiple platforms while maintaining necessary copyright protection, NFPA announced it will no longer use digital rights management (DRM) that locks down PDFs to a specific device but instead will employ a social DRM strategy.
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FM GLOBAL PROVIDES GENEROUS SUPPORT TO INNOVATIVE FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION EFFORT
September 10, 2012 — FM Global, one of the world’s largest business property insurers, today partnered with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to fulfill requests of 80 fire departments across the country for fire safety education materials geared toward children and others during Fire Prevention Week.
The effort is part of Sparky’s Wish List™: Partnering for Fire-Safe Communities, which is helping local fire departments facing tight budgets obtain life-saving educational materials.
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NFPA APPOINTS GARY HONOLD AS NORTHWEST REGIONAL DIRECTOR
September 4, 2012 – NFPA has named Gary Honold as the regional director for the northwest region. Honold will focus on improving fire, building, and life safety in his region by working with state and local authorities, to promote NFPA services and the adoption of NFPA codes and standards in nine states: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, N. Dakota, Oregon, S. Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming. In addition, he will also support research and public education, and participate in other activities related to fire safety that affect his region.
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NFPA TO WORK WITH DESIGNING DIGITALLY, INC. TO DEVELOP INNOVATIVE E-LEARNING
August 30, 2012 -- Designing Digitally, Inc. was recently awarded a contract to create educational and engaging E-Learning developments for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). These E-Learning modules are focused on the dissemination of the National Fire Protection Association's standards, specifically NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
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FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM LAUNCHES NEW COMPLIMENTARY ONLINE TOOLKIT
August 27, 2012 – The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program launched a new Firewise toolkit, available at no cost online. Firewise is a national program that emphasizes community involvement and provides important information for residents to reduce the risk of wildland fire igniting homes.
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WILDFIRES RAISE CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
Dozens of fires sparked by high temperatures, severe drought conditions and strong winds have blanketed the western part of the U.S. including Washington, Montana, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada and California, making this fire season one of the worst in history for area residents. According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), nearly 43,000 fires burning 6.4 million acres have been reported across the West since January, and officials predict more wildfires will erupt due to continued dry heat and increased thunderstorms across the region.
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NFPA AND LEGOLAND® FLORIDA LAUNCH CONTEST ASKING PUBLIC TO “PUT THE WET STUFF ON THE HOT STUFF”
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and LEGOLAND® Florida are teaming up to raise awareness for fire safety with the launch of a The Big Test Video Contest. Members of the public are encouraged to video record their rendition of "Put the Wet Stuff on the Hot Stuff,” based on the song and performance from The Big Test Show at LEGOLAND Florida. Video submissions will be accepted August 13 – September 12, 2012. Visit www.nfpa.org/legoland for details.
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS SUMMIT SLATED FOR DETROIT
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and SAE International are co-hosting the 3rd Annual Electric Vehicle Safety Standards Summit to be held October 18, 2012 at the COBO Center in Detroit. The program addresses electric vehicle safety issues related to codes and standards and is aimed at planning for improved safety as the number of these vehicles continues to increase on roadways. A reception will take place on the evening of October 17th which includes admission to the SAE Convergence 2012 Exhibition.
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FIRE SERVICE FACES CHALLENGES IN DEALING WITH UNWANTED FIRE ALARMS
NFPA and IAFC release new free resource aimed at helping reduce them
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NFPA TO HOST BACKYARDS AND BEYOND WILDLAND FIRE EDUCATION CONFERENCE
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host its 5th Backyards & Beyond Wildland Fire Education Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, November 14 – 16, 2013, and is now accepting proposals for educational presentations. The conference is organized by NFPA’s Wildland Fire Operations Division and Firewise® Communities Program.
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FIRE SAFETY DESIGN AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS SYMPOSIUM IN CHICAGO NOVEMBER 7-8
The Fire Protection Research Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), in collaboration with the Chicago and Illinois chapters of the American Institute of Architects, the Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildings, the Society of Fire Protection Engineers and the Center for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat will present Fire Safety Design and Sustainable Buildings: Challenges and Opportunities, November 7 and 8, 2012 at the Courtyard Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile.
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NFPA UNVEILS ONLINE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY TRAINING FOR FIREFIGHTERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the launch of its online electric vehicle safety training course for first responders. The online curriculum is based on the classroom-style sessions currently being delivered across the country. The online version, which allows students to participate regardless of their location, aims to ensure that members of the fire service and other first responder communities have access to this important training.
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NFPA AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FIRE-SAFETY STUDENTS
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Safety Educational Memorial Fund Committee awarded scholarships to four students who have exhibited academic excellence and great interest in rescue, fire and life safety and engineering. The scholarships are awarded each year to recognize students for their pursuit of careers in these fields.
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SAFETY UPGRADES TO FENWAY PARK AND THE STATUE OF LIBERTY HIGHLIGHTED IN LATEST NFPA JOURNAL
The latest issue of the NFPA Journal®, the official magazine of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), focuses on recent fire and life safety upgrades to Fenway Park and the Statue of Liberty; NFPA codes and standards played a significant role.
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SUPPORT GROWS FOR COALITION FOR CURRENT SAFETY CODES
More than 160 code officials, fire officers, architects, plan reviewers, organizations and businesses have shown their support for the Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC), and the number is growing daily. The coalition is advancing public safety in the built environment by advocating states and municipal jurisdictions adopt current building, fire prevention, sustainable, electrical and life safety codes. The alliance, announced on June 5, was formed by the International Code Council (ICC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
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NFPA EUROCON 2012 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY CONFERENCE SLATED FOR AMSTERDAM
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Marsh Risk Consulting Worldwide are teaming up to present 2012 EuroCon in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The three day conference is slated to take place at the Passengers Cruise Terminal, November 12 -14, 2012.
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NFPA ISSUES SAFETY ALERT ON SCBA FACEPIECE LENSES
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today issued a safety alert on Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) facepiece lenses. Among other things, NFPA is recommending that fire departments, fire academies, and emergency service organizations inspect all SCBA facepiece lenses before and after each use. Any SCBA facepiece lens found to have cracks, crazing, bubbling, deformation, discoloring, gaps or holes should be immediately removed from service and a replacement issued.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES SECOND FIREWISE PHOTO CONTEST
The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Firewise® Communities Program announces its 2014 Calendar Firewise Day Photo Contest and invites photo enthusiasts to submit their favorite, original photographs of their community’s Firewise Day events or activities. Winning entries will be displayed in the 2014 Firewise calendar. The contest runs from July 2, 2012 through November 2, 2012.
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RESEARCH FOUNDATION RELEASES REPORT ON EFFECTIVENESS OF REGULATORY AND PLANNING TOOLS FOR REDUCING WILDFIRE RISK
According to a recent study, "Addressing Community Wildfire Risk: A Review and Assessment of Regulatory and Planning Tools,” released by the Fire Protection Research Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), collaboration and outreach and education programs are needed to achieve the greatest impact in reducing community wildfire risk.
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USE OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS DRAMATICALLY INCREASES RISK OF FIRE AND INJURY
Just in time for Fourth of July, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released its Fireworks report which explores fire and injury dangers related to consumer fireworks. The report shows that in 2010 alone, an estimated 15,500 reported fires were started by fireworks and 8,600 fireworks-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms. It also shows that there are more fires on a typical Fourth of July than any other day of the year. Fireworks account for two out of five of those fires, more than any other cause of fires.
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NFPA'S ANNUAL FIREFIGHTER FATALITY REPORT SHOWS LOWEST NUMBER OF ON-DUTY DEATHS FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
NFPA released its annual Firefighter Fatality Report showing a total of 61 on-duty firefighter deaths in the United States in 2011, the lowest annual total of firefighter deaths for the second consecutive year, as well as the lowest annual total in 35 years. The number of firefighter deaths has also sharply decreased over the past three years, a dramatic decline from 105 deaths in 2008. NFPA released the results during a special session at the NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas.
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NFPA FOCUSES ON HAVING TWO WAYS OUT DURING FIRE PREVENTION WEEK IN OCTOBER
NFPA announced the 2012 Fire Prevention Week theme as "Have Two Ways Out!” to encourage families across the country to prioritize fire escape planning and practice. From October 7-13, 2012, NFPA blazes the trail for home fire safety and leads the campaign to have a home fire escape plan that prepares families to think fast and get out quickly when the smoke alarm sounds.
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SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT (1) AND COMMITTEE SERVICE (13) HONORED BY NFPA
Every year the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standards Council recognizes individuals for outstanding service to the organization in the development of codes and standards. Awards will be presented to 14 individuals at the NFPA Conference & Expo taking place this week in Las Vegas.
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NFPA RECOGNIZES INDIVIDUALS FOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY WITH AWARDS PRESENTED AT NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) presented four awards to recognize achievements in fire and life safety today at the 2012 NFPA Conference & Expo.
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NFPA RE-ELECTS OFFICERS AND ELECTS NEW MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced the re-election of officers and election of new members to the Board of Directors today at the 2012 NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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U.S. FOREST SERVICE, NFPA AND AD COUNCIL LAUNCH NATIONAL PSA CAMPAIGN ENCOURAGING AMERICANS TO ADAPT AND PREPARE FOR WILDLAND FIRES
In the midst of wildfire season throughout much of the country, the U.S. Forest Service, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Ad Council announce the launch of a new public service advertising (PSAs) campaign, Fire Adapted Communities, which aims to help individuals prepare their homes and communities for the threat of wildfire. Created pro bono by advertising agency Draftfcb, this campaign addresses the issue of proactively mitigating wildfire damage in fire-prone communities.
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NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO STREAMS GENERAL SESSION LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS
Tune-in Monday, June 11 at 1 p.m. PST
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NFPA CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF 20 OFFICIAL FIREWISE COMMUNITIES
Honor recognizes communities’ longevity, success in minimizing wildfire risk factors
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NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO HEATS UP AT MANDALAY BAY, JUNE 11-14
Largest annual fire education event returns to Las Vegas featuring keynote speaker Deputy Chief Jay Jonas of the New York City Fire Department
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ARIZONA WILDFIRES RAISE CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
Firewise tips help Arizona residents reduce their homes’ risk from wildfire
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TRAGIC ACCIDENT PROMPTS NATIONAL WARNING ON ELECTRIC SAFETY
NFPA and ESFI provide safety tips for children in the wake of youth shock incident
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CATHY PRUDHOMME JOINS NFPA’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM
Fire safety education expert to help focus on youth audience
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INCREASED WILDFIRE ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE NATION PROMPTS WARNING FOR PUBLIC
Wildfire doesn’t have to damage your home
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NFPA TO HOST FREE WEBINAR ON SPARKY’S WISH LIST
Fire departments learn how to register for public education materials and gain community support
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NFPA PARTNERS WITH GREEN BUILDER® MEDIA TO LAUNCH INSPIRATIONAL NEW GREEN HOME EXHIBIT: VISION HOUSE® IN INNOVENTIONS AT EPCOT®
Partnership to show environmental benefit of home fire sprinklers
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NFPA LAUNCHES PROGRAM TO HELP FIRE DEPARTMENTS FUND FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION
Sparky’s Wish List™ connects departments with communities to provide life-saving educational materials
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BROCKTON FIRE DEPARTMENT AWARDED 2012 JENSEN GRANT
Grant will support public education initiative in high-rise housing
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NFPA’S GARY KEITH AND RUSSELL SANDERS RECEIVE FELLOW DISTINCTION BY THE INSTITUTION OF FIRE ENGINEERS Read More...
FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION’S CASEY GRANT NAMED FELLOW BY THE INSTITUTION OF FIRE ENGINEERS Read More...
NEW YORK BRUSH FIRES RAISE CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
Firewise tips help New York residents reduce their homes’ risk from wildfire
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AUTOMOTIVE RESCUE AND EXTRICATION EXPERT RON MOORE JOINS NFPA’S ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY TRAINING PROJECT Read More...
MASSACHUSETTS WILDFIRES RAISE CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
Firewise tips help Massachusetts residents reduce their homes’ risk from wildfire
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NFPA’S FIREWISE OFFERS QUIZ ON “PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR WILDFIRE SEASON”
Residents urged to test knowledge and prepare before a wildfire threat
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THE FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION RELEASES REPORT ON WATER CONSUMPTION FOR FIRES
Study finds less water used in sprinklered properties versus unsprinklered
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SMOKING-MATERIALS FIRE DEATHS DROP TO 30 YEAR LOW
Fire-safe cigarette laws show early signs of success
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COLORADO WILDFIRE RAISES CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY
Firewise tips help Colorado residents reduce their homes’ risk from wildfire
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NFPA PARTNERS WITH DOMINO'S PIZZA TO DELIVER FIRE SAFETY MESSAGES
Spring cleaning checklist offers reminders to keep homes fire safe
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NFPA OFFERS WORKSHOPS ON HOME WILDFIRE RISK ASSESSMENT
Curriculum to focus on reducing wildfire risks around the home; resources to mitigate damage
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NFPA PARTNERS WITH LEGOLAND® FLORIDA FOR FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION
Partnership will spread important safety messages for kids and families
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EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT ON TAP FOR 2012 NFPA CONFERENCE & EXPO
Annual meeting to be held in Las Vegas, Nev.
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NFPA ANNOUNCES FIREWISE PHOTO CONTEST
Seeking photos to be featured in official 2013 Firewise calendar
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NATIONAL TRENDS IN DELIVERY OF HEALTH AND LONG-TERM CARE AND THE IMPLICATIONS FOR SAFETY CODES AND STANDARDS TO BE DISCUSSED
Health Care Summit to be held on March 28
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FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION AND NFPA TO HOST GLOBAL SEMINAR IN EUROPE
High challenge storage protection to be discussed
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FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION TO HOST SYMPOSIUM ON FIRE SUPPRESSION, DETECTION AND SIGNALING
Emergency communications strategies to be featured
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NFPA AWARDS 2012 WARREN E. ISMAN EDUCATIONAL GRANT TO THE SALINA FIRE DEPARTMENT HAZMAT RESPONSE TEAM Read More...
FIRE HAZARDS OF HOARDING COVERED IN LATEST ISSUE OF NFPA JOURNAL
Operating room fires, heliports safety, and Life Safety Code also featured
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APPLICATION PROCEDURES ANNOUNCED FOR THE 2012 HARVARD FIRE EXECUTIVE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Read More...
CHILDREN, OLDER ADULTS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AT HIGHER RISK FOR SCALD BURNS
NFPA releases new scald prevention tip sheet
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HOLIDAY TRAGEDIES PROMPT WARNINGS ON WINTER FIRES
In the aftermath of a number of deadly holiday fires, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges the public to take simple steps to protect their family and property from fire. According to NFPA, December, January and February are the top months for home fire deaths.
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POST-HOLIDAY SAFETY FOR PEAK FIRE MONTHS Read More...
SECOND ANNUAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS SUMMIT FOCUSED ON CODES AND STANDARDS IMPLEMENTATION Read More...
MA FIRE OFFICIALS AND NFPA SPEAK OUT AGAINST BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS Read More...
FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION RELEASES REPORT ON EFFECTIVENESS OF HOME COOKING SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES
Action plan developed to mitigate home cooking fires
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HYLTON HAYNES JOINS NFPA’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM Read More...
NFPA RECEIVES GRANT TO DEVELOP FIRE ADAPTED COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE
Resources available to help people living in areas prone to wildfire reduce risk of wildfire damage
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COLDER TEMPERATURES DRAW NFPA WARNING ON FIRE HAZARDS
NFPA’s simple tips to stay safe and warm this winter
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NFPA BOARD EXTENDS PRESIDENT SHANNON’S CONTRACT Read More...
OUT-OF-SEASON WILDFIRE TRIGGERS SAFETY CONCERNS IN NEVADA FIREWISE TIPS CAN REDUCE A HOME’S RISK FROM WILDFIRE Read More...
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HUDSON JOINS NFPA AS WESTERN REGIONAL SPRINKLER SPECIALIST Read More...
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NFPA AND FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION ADDRESS EFFECTIVENESS OF ALTERNATIVE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SAFETY CODES AND STANDARDS
Registration now open for December 6 symposium
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NFPA AND USFA JOIN FORCES AGAIN TO PUT A FREEZE ON WINTER FIRES Read More...
DIRECT PROPERTY LOSS FROM LARGE-LOSS FIRES DOWN $298 MILLION FROM 2009
NFPA Journal details 2010 Large-Loss Fire report, code process for NFPA 56
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NFPA AND THE CENTER FOR CAMPUS FIRE SAFETY ANNOUNCE WINNERS OF COLLEGE FIRE SAFETY VIDEO CONTEST
Public vote selected three winners
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THANKSGIVING IS PEAK DAY FOR HOME COOKING FIRES
NFPA urges caution when preparing holiday meals
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NUMBER OF FIREFIGHTER INJURIES DOWN 8 PERCENT FROM 2009
Injury figures at their lowest since 1981
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NFPA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON MHI PRESS RELEASE
Post-standard manufactured homes pose a comparable fire death risk to other one- or two-family homes
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THE FIRE PROTECTION RESEARCH FOUNDATION RELEASES AMBULANCE CRASH DATA REPORT
Addresses importance of coordinating national data to ensure EMS crew and patient safety
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REPORT CITES RISKS TO PUBLIC SAFETY POSED BY BUDGET CUTS
Warns against decisions by municipal officials without adequate knowledge of fire safety and emergency response standards
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MA FIRE OFFICIALS AND NFPA TAKE AIM AT BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Live fire demo shows value of home fire sprinklers
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NFPA AND CHEVROLET PROVIDE 10,000 FIREFIGHTERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS WITH VIRTUAL ELECTRIC SAFETY VEHICLE TRAINING Read More...
NFPA RELEASES STATE-LEVEL FIRE SERVICE NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR EVERY U.S. STATE
Findings based on Third Needs Assessment of the U.S. Fire Service with comparisons to earlier studies
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ROUGHLY TWO-THIRDS OF HOME FIRE DEATHS RESULTED FROM FIRES IN PROPERTIES WITHOUT WORKING SMOKE ALARMS Read More...
NFPA JOURNAL RELEASES SPECIAL ISSUE ON WILDLAND FIRE SAFETY
Challenges and solutions related to the increasing wildfire problem are explored
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NFPA’S FIREWISE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM HOSTS FREE WILDFIRE SAFETY WEBINAR
Features Firewise principles, information and resources for people in the wildland-urban interface
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It's not unusual for younger workers to be injured on the job during their first few months of work.Read More...
THERE'S MORE TO FALL PROTECTION THAN HARNESSES
Many workers do not have a thorough understanding of proper fall protection and the correct use of personal protective equipment. Read More...
ESPN ANCHOR RECOUNTS GRILLING INCIDENT
ESPN anchor Hannah Storm tells NFPA about the accident that left her with severe burns all over her body. In this video, Storm details the 2012 grilling accident and her painful recovery.Read More...
KUBOTA RECALLS RIDING MOWERS DUE TO FIRE HAZARD (RECALL ALERT)
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YOUNG WORKER -- NAIL GUN TV COMMERCIAL
Young Workers are the most vulnerable workers. Here's a brief promo highlighting the importance of oversight of younger workers from WorkSafe of Victoria, British Columbia.Read More...
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