Provident Webinar Series
GSFA • September 1, 2021
Topic:
Understanding Fire Apparatus Braking Efficiency & the Importance of Brake Adjustment
Description:
A key element of safe fire apparatus vehicle operations is an understanding of total stopping distance and the unique issues associated with air brakes. Join Chris Daly, author of "Drive to Survive: The Art of Wheeling the Rig" as he'll provide you with a better understanding of fire apparatus stopping distance and the importance of proper brake inspections. Register today for this great learning opportunity!
Time:
Sep 27, 2021 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
GSFA News
GSFA urges members to contact Retirement Committee to support Senate Bill 143. Subcommittee meeting scheduled Tuesday 2-4pm at Coverdell Building. Action needed now.
Georgia Senate Bill 143 proposes updates to Firefighters Pension Fund to improve retirement flexibility and workforce retention. GSFA Board supports the legislation.
GPSTC Basic Firefighter Class 26-1 graduation ceremony March 20 2026 at 10am Forsyth GA. Live streaming on Facebook available for virtual attendees statewide.
Axioms of Leadership course October 5-7 2026 Hard Labor Creek builds character trust servant leadership through hands-on team exercises. Cost 325 by August 1st 2026.
NVFC Nutella Stacks for Giving Back offers 5000 grants to volunteer fire departments. Apply by April 30. 350 Pancake Breakfast Kits available for fundraising events.
2026 Georgia Fallen Heroes Classic Golf Tournament April 24 at Lake Jonesco benefiting Georgia Public Safety Memorial Fund. Fee 250 per team. Sponsorships available.
Updated elected officials guide for fire service funding with strengthened wording on page two approved by IAFF IAFC NVFC and CFSI for distribution at the conference
GPSTC offers offsite fire and emergency training across Georgia first half March 2026. Courses include ropes, vehicle fire suppression, search and rescue operations.
MSA Globe Gear Giveaway open for volunteer fire departments. Science to Station launches SCAN resources translating health research into practical firefighter tools.
Submit your class for 2026 Georgia Fire Service Conference August 24-29. Call for papers open. New and seasoned instructors welcome. Submissions deadline March 20th.
