Fully Involved: An important update from us. 10.9.24
GSFA • October 9, 2024
Fire and Emergency Services Leaders,
We cordially invite you to attend the 2024 Georgia Fire and Emergency Services Memorial Ceremony scheduled for Friday, October 25, at 11:00 a.m. in the Auditorium at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, located at 1000 Indian Springs Drive, Forsyth, Georgia.
This year's memorial will honor the following:
Honoree Agency End of Watch
Gina Ayres-Skindzier Central EMS 11/17/2022
Gary Epperson Gold Star EMS 7/24/2023
Bobby Blue Smith Ware County Fire Rescue 6/22/2023
Matthew Smith Bartow County Fire and 3/21/2023
Emergency Services
Ike McConnell
Division Director, Georgia Fire Academy
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
GSFA News
Register now for Georgia Fleet Training Day, Aug. 26–28 at GPSTC, featuring hands-on sessions, vendor expo, and fleet management strategies for public safety professionals.
Join the GSFA/GAFC Memorial Motorcycle Ride on Oct. 10, 2025, in Forsyth to honor fallen firefighters and support the Georgia Fallen Fire and Emergency Services Memorial Fund.
Honor fallen firefighters at the 2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference Memorial Service on Oct. 2. Submit names by Aug. 31.
Register soon for the 2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference, Sept. 30–Oct. 4 at GPSTC in Forsyth, GA, with training, awards, vendors, and memorial events.
Join Dr. Stone on July 16, 2025, for a heart health symposium focused on early detection of cardiac risks in public safety. Plus, apply now for the DripDrop Hydration Giveback Campaign—1,000 volunteer fire departments will receive free hydration supplies.
Nominate a firefighter for GSFA’s annual awards or apply for grants and scholarships by July 15, 2025. Winners will be honored at the 2026 Firefighters Recognition Day and the 2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference.
Join Dr. Stone on July 16, 2025, for a deep dive into heart disease risks in public safety. Learn early detection strategies to reduce cardiac events among firefighters and law enforcement professionals.
Georgia fire departments are urged to update their reporting contact information as the state transitions from NFIRS to the new NERIS system. Submit your details using the provided link.
Register now for the Promotional Preparation Workshop on June 26, 2025, at Mercer University in Macon. Gain test tips, resume feedback, and mock interview experience. Free for members, $25 for non-members.
Attend a private screening of The Next Right Thing on May 3 in Marietta, GA. This documentary explores the opioid crisis through local stories and highlights transportation’s role in recovery. Q&A and donations to Davis Direction Foundation follow.
