Fully Involved: An important update from us. 11.5.24

AJ Matzick • November 5, 2024
Fully Involved: An important update from us. 10.28.24

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Rescheduled: 

The upcoming

GFSTC Council Meeting will now be held on 

December 10, 2024 11:00 AM


The meeting will be held in the Courtroom at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, 1000 Indian Springs Drive, Forsyth, GA

 

 

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 837 6308 7851

Passcode: 013409

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Congressional Fire Services Institute
CFSI Awards

2025 Firefighter Cancer Awareness Incentive Program

 

Firefighter Leadership,

 

LGRMS, working in conjunction with ACCG and GMA, wants to encourage the awareness of the hazards and controls surrounding firefighter cancer across the State of Georgia. Thus, we will award two fire departments (1 County, 1 City) up to $5,000 in reimbursement, toward the purchase of equipment that will assist in the reduction of firefighter cancer risks (e.g. washer extractor, ventilation equipment, decontamination, etc.). Please review the attached 2025 Firefighter Cancer Awareness Incentive Brochure for more details on this year’s program and how you could receive the $5,000 reimbursement. 

 

Thank You, Stay Safe & Healthy

Dan Beck

2025 Firefighter Cancer Awareness Brochure

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MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet Giveaway

 

Good morning,

 

The NVFC is pleased to announce that the fourth and final entry period for the 2024 MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet Giveaway is now open through November 30. An article and image are attached to share with your audience.

 

Best,

Kimberly

Final Entry Period Now Open for the 2024 MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet Giveaway

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