Public Education

Tragic Accident Prompts National Warning on Electric Safety

Mon, 14 May 2012 20:38:00 GMT

A 6-year-old Alabama child received severe burns after coming into contact with a transformer in a public sports complex late last month.

Arson Awareness Week Focuses on Preventing Youth Firesetting

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:57:00 GMT

May 6-12 is Arson Awareness Week. This year's theme is Prevent Youth Firesetting.

CO Fire Department Creates Cell Phone Safety Video Message for Public

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:53:00 GMT

Cell phones are not toys. Take out the battery! The Longmont (CO) police, fire, and 9-1-1 Emergency Communication Center are enlisting the help of the community to remove batteries from old cell phones before giving them to children as toys

NFPA's Sparky the Fire Dog Launches New Online Game

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:23:00 GMT

The fire truck section of the National Fire Protection Association's Sparky the Fire Dog Web site is now home to the new "Put Out the Fire" game.

NFPA Announces Recipient of 2012 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 19:55:00 GMT

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has named Marsha Giesler, public education officer of the Downers Grove (IL) Fire Department, as the 2012 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year.

Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Because of Shock and Fire Hazards

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:54:00 GMT

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Westinghouse Lighting Corporation of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, announced a voluntary recall of about 7,000 Westinghouse ceiling fans.

Menlo Park (CA) Firefighters Share Video on Burn Survivors

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:26:00 GMT

Menlo Park (CA) firefighters recently shared a Web video they created about a burn survivor family.

National Fire Protection Association, Domino's Team Up to Deliver Safety Message

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:42:00 GMT

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), along with its partner Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), is honoring the tradition of spring cleaning by reminding customers what they can do in the home to stay fire safe.

Los Angeles County (CA) Firefighters Join State's 15th Annual 'Read Across America' Campaign

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:58:00 GMT

Los Angeles County (CA) Firefighters will join the nationwide celebration of reading on Friday, March 2, as they partner with the CTA and teachers throughout Los Angeles County for the National Education Association's 15^th annual "Read Across America" extravaganza.

NFPA Partners with LEGOLAND Florida for Fire Safety Education

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:45:00 GMT

Streamers flew and smoke alarms beeped as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) kicked off its long-term partnership with LEGOLAND Florida to provide lifesaving information to families and kids during a press event and special fire safety day at central Florida's newest theme park.

Designs Direct Recalls Rooster-Themed Lamps Because of Shock, Fire Risks

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:55:00 GMT

On February 7, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Living Traditions 21-inch Rooster Lamps sold at Fred's Inc. stores nationwide between October 2011 and November 2011 for about $20.

Fire Safety Education Resources Available for University and College Resident Assistants

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:50:00 GMT

An innovative set of integrated, multimedia, tools are available for resident assistants to use in reaching out to the students in their residence halls.

Fire Concerns Prompt York International to Reannounce Recall of Gas Furnaces for Manufactured Homes

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:05:00 GMT

On February 3, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Coleman Evcon and Red T Gas Furnaces for manufactured homes.

Cleveland (OH) Fire Department Weighs Hoarders Task Force

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:57:00 GMT

The Cleveland (OH) Fire Department is considering creating a hoarders task force after a number of emergency incidents in which firefighters attempted to work in homes filled with debris.

Program Places Inspectors on Shift Work

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:25:00 GMT

On January 1, 2009, the Baltimore City (MD) Fire Department (BCFD) started a program that placed fire inspectors on shift work.

Attitudes and Fire Service Perceptions

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:00:00 GMT

In this article, Richard Etheridge outlines how we owe those who came before and should uphold the fire service's reputation, image and honor by defending and carrying on their work.

Fire Equipment Plans for NV Station Revised

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:30:00 GMT

Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Station No. 107, currently under construction in Sun City Summerlin, will not be equipped with two new fire trucks as originally announced in February 2009, according to a recent report.

Training Days: Burn Chamber Scenario

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:16:00 GMT

Firefighters practice searching for a victim in a "garage" in this training scenario related by Tom Kiurski.

Final V2020 Free Webinar: Fire Prevention Performance Measures - Outcome Evaluation

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:16:00 GMT

The last in a series of five webinars focusing on fire prevention performance measures being sponsored by the Institution of Fire Engineers Vision 20/20 project.

Daily Fire Prevention DVD Giveaway Will Total More than 500 by December 31

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:27:00 GMT

By the end of 2011, the Idea Bank says more than 500 fire prevention DVDs will have been given to fire department public educators throughout the U.S. and Canada.