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EMS LODD'S-Medevac Helicopter
Started by Tony Thomas in EMS LODD Feb 6.
Caution on Powerheart and CardioVive Automated External Defibrillators
Started by Janet Liebsch in Product Recalls Feb 6.
Ambulance Crashes En Route To Deadly NJ Fire
Started by Capt. D Lewis in News Jan 28.
Canadian military adds medical technicians to air force helicopter crews
Started by Helen (Firebug) in News Jan 23.
Convicted firefighter EMT terminated 2 Replies
Started by Helen (Firebug) in News. Last reply by Tony Thomas Jan 31.
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Firefighters Kids Die In 2 Sep. Fires 1 Reply
Started by Capt. D Lewis in Firefighter Down/LODD. Last reply by Rev Robert A Crutchfield 1 hour ago.
FESHE Conference Announcement
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IN WARWICK, RHODE ISLAND...On Arrival: Nothing Showing-Final Result-5 Killed
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“Banding or Encapsulating”
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Connecticut power plant blast kills several, injures 14
Started by Tony Thomas in Fire News 1 day ago.
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For 30 years the Calibre Press Street Survival Seminar has been the ultimate police training experience. The Street Survival seminar will motivate, inspire, and teach officers not only to survive but to WIN!
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Spring Hill Police Department Mourns Loss Of Fallen Officer 1 Reply
Started by Capt. D Lewis in Officer Down/LODD. Last reply by Rev Robert A Crutchfield 1 hour ago.
Palm Beach Police officers union bargaining for 2011 pay hike
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Former dispatcher charged with stealing from police fund
Started by SGT. Andrew Poole in Police in the News Feb 4.
Officer Fired After Investigation Into "Inappropriate" Messages
Started by SGT. Andrew Poole in Police in the News Feb 2.
St. Petersburg police chief deems greener police cars unsafe for carrying prisoners 1 Reply
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MILITARY FORUM
Video: Kill or be Killed
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10 healthy questions with Air Force dietician Maj. Angela L. Hester (video)
Started by SGT. Andrew Poole in Veteran Health Feb 2.
USU Announces New Brigade Commander
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Massive Fuel Tanker Explosion in Iraq
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TRICARE Leader Explains Plans for the Future
Started by Capt. D Lewis in Veteran Health Jan 29.
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WELCOME TO THE UNITED STATES FIRST RESPONDERS ASSOCIATION
U.S. First Responders Association is a non-profit, network, of firefighters, EMS, rescue, police officers, military and civilian support teams. The purpose of the United States First Responders Association shall be to advance the profession of fire, emergency, police and military services through proactive community leadership, education, advocacy, policy, procedure, and guidelines that would best help our emergency services provide aid to the citizens of the United States and worldwide, as well as form a closer bond of fellowship between its members with our focus primarily on: Training, Tactics, Safety, Education and Community Outreach.
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AMERICAN HERO OF THE WEEK! 1-24-2010
Awarded: The Bronze Star - with Valor
Master Gunnery Sergeant Peter Proietto of the U.S. Marine Corps was faced with a tough decision on March 12, 2003. He could leave his position and seek cover from the enemy ambush, or he could stay in position. Though it would risk his own life, if he stayed he could continue to provide suppressive fire to protect the other Marines in the forward element of the patrol.
Proietto chose to stay in position.
The patrol had been traveling outside of the village of Bara Waze, Afghanistan that afternoon when the Taliban fighters, well armed with an array of weaponry, ambushed.
Proietto had immediately manned the machine gun on his vehicle to lay down suppressive fire on the enemy and to provide supporting fire to the lead element of the patrol, which had been pinned down by the heavy enemy fire.
As the firefight progressed, a heavy crossfire from the enemy mounted against Proietto "to a point of intensity that was amazing" states the narrative the accompanies his award citation. Proietto earned a Bronze Star with ‘Valor’ for his actions that day.
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Posted by Joe Szewczyk on February 8, 2010 at 7:32am
The Creation of the Firefighter
Posted by Samantha on February 7, 2010 at 9:32pm — 1 Comment
When The Lord was Creating Peace Officers
And the Lord said, "Have you read the spec on this order? A peace officer has to be able to run five miles through alleys in the dark, scale walls, enter homes the health inspector wouldn't touch, and not wrinkle his uniform.
"He has to be able to sit in an undercover car all day on a stakeout, cover a homicide scene that night,… Continue
Posted by Samantha on February 6, 2010 at 4:16pm — 1 Comment
Fire Safety Pledge Winners
Last fall, tens of thousands of families across the country learned more about fire safety and home fire hazards through the interactive Fire Safety Pledge program. Families tested their fire safety knowledge with a short quiz and then credited a point to their local fire department. The fire departments in the communities that rallied the most support earned a $10,000 Pledge Award!
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Force Science Certification Course Announced
Milwaukee, WI: April 26-30, 2010 Sponsored by: Milwaukee County Sheriffs Office "Next to the FBI National Academy, the Force Science Certification Course is the most intense and important class I have ever taken." -- National Trainer Colonel Bob Lindsey (Ret.), Jefferson Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Register now for law enforcement's newest certification course that prepares you for uncovering the truth when lawsuits, careers and reputations are on the line-and join the ranks of hundreds of Certified Force Science Analysts worldwide!
Force Science is excited to announce that the next Force Science Certification Course has been scheduled for April 26-30, 2010 in Milwaukee, WI. The program, hosted by the Milwaukee County Sheriffs Office, follows the highly successful certification classes held in London, England, San Jose, CA and Calgary, Alberta Canada.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Limited seating available. If you are interested in registering, please reserve your seat promptly. In the likely event that seats sell out, a waiting list will be created through which we will let pending registrants know of unexpected openings in this class and of future certification classes.
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D.A.R.E. America, in cooperation with MedSafe, has identified February 22-28, 2010 as Rx/OTC Drug Abuse Awareness Week. D.A.R.E. instructors and community leaders nationwide will come together in a weeklong effort to curb one of the biggest drug abuse problems facing our youth today – the abuse of prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Activities during the week will focus on educating community members about youth abuse of Rx/OTC drugs and provide citizens with knowledge and tools that can be immediately employed to “Keep Our Kids Safe." The highlight of the week will be high profile events in which out-of-date, excess, unused medications will be collected for proper disposal. For more information about Rx/OTC Drug Abuse Awareness Week please visit www.rxotcawarenessweek.com/
To participate in a webinar about Rx/OTC Drug Abuse Awareness Week visit: http://www.rxotcawarenessweek.com/webinar.cfm
Focus on Fire Safety: Electrical Fire Safety
Electrical fires are pervasive throughout the United States, causing injury, claiming lives, and resulting in large losses of property. Most electrical fires result from problems with faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with extension/appliance cords and plugs also cause many home electrical fires. To help prevent an electrical fire in your home, routinely check electrical appliances and wiring and replace all worn, old, or damaged cords immediately.
Why Home Fire Sprinklers Are Important
Your risk of dying in a home fire is cut by 80% when sprinklers are present. This video tells why home fire sprinklers are a critical in saving lives and property from fire.
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