@OAFTO

Ontario Association of Fire Training Officers

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Joined March 2013
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January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Over the course of the month the OAFC will be sharing information regarding ways to reduce exposure and preventative measures that can be taken.
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OAFTO@OAFTO26 Jun 2023
OAFTO Presents TOW 2023 Dave Gillespie ____ Combat Ready Fire Training James Ireland Paul Calleja 4 days, 7 Instructors, only $600* *Early-bird pricing ends July 31 st , sign-up early, space is limited.
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A volunteer firefighter from Bayfield (ON) suffered a medical emergency and has unfortunately died after assisting in a water rescue call. Thoughts are with the family, friends and the entire Bluewater fire department
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With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 active member #418, Captain Greg Hughes. Greg began his career in recruit class 2001-01 on October 15, 2001. Please keep Greg's family, his friends, and his coworkers in your thoughts and prayers.
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View upcoming Live Fire Instructor Credential - Fixed Facility classes by visiting isfsi.org today!
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Just released NIOSH report. Captain Died & Four Crew Members Injured After Crew was Trapped During a Search for a Civilian in a 3rd Floor Apartment Fire – Maine. Read the full report here: cdc.gov/niosh/fire/reports/f…
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NEW ONLINE TRAINING: "Search and Rescue Tactics in Single-Family Single-Story Residential Structures" online course is now available on FSRI's Fire Safety Academy: training.fsri.org/course/029… #firefightertraining #FSRIsearch
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@FDNY9 May 2023
In this new PSA, we urge the public to examine their micromobility devices/batteries for damage, to see if they are certified & conduct other safety checks. So far there's been 76 lithium-ion battery related fires causing 60 injuries and 7 deaths. on.nyc.gov/42GxqHH
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May 4th - International Firefighters Day! 🚒 Thank you to all our Ramara Firefighters! Your dedication to our community does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do to keep our community safe!
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OK – stopping the spread of smoke is [itself] a reason to implement SmokeStoppers, but did you know they also stabilize fire growth and control the heat release rate when properly deployed? #flashpointequipment #smokeblockingdevices
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A busy week as we return back from #FDIC2023. How about a slow-motion backdraft to wind down for a much-deserved weekend? Follow Us TWITTER @FPequipment #flashpointequipment #firedepartment #firedept #bomberos #firestation #firefighter #firefighting #pompier #paramedic
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Stay up to date on future ISFSI classes by visiting isfsi.org/page/register-for-… to view upcoming events.
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If the temperature is there, introducing air can decide the debate between too lean and too rich relatively quickly. Video Credit: Chazz Stinger (per our information, please correct if that is not the case). #flashpointequipment
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As FDIC quickly approaches, make sure to plan a visit to the ISFSI booth, exhibiting Thursday-Saturday! We can't wait to see you there.
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Big Box commercial occupancies present significant challenges when they are burning. Clip from Shenandoah Firefighters at a Dollar Store fire. Conditions worsen quickly. Credit: Fire & Film. Full video youtu.be/cjVakF3Lucc Follow Us TWITTER @FPequipment #flashpointequipment
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Cause of Death For Fallen Chicago Firefighter Jermaine Pelt Revealed nbcchicago.com/news/local/ca… – at Mason, OH

Cause of Death For Fallen CFD Firefighter Jermaine Pelt Revealed

The cause of death for fallen Chicago firefighter Jermaine Pelt was revealed by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office on Wednesday afternoon.

nbcchicago.com
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@Media3715 Apr 2023
A #Chicago firefighter died while battling a blaze at a Gold Coast highrise apartment Wednesday morning, the department’s second line-of-duty death in the past two days. bit.ly/3U97lOB #LODD

Chicago firefighter killed responding to high-rise fire, department’s 2nd death in as many days

A firefighter died while battling a blaze at a Gold Coast high-rise apartment Wednesday morning, the department’s second line-of-duty death in the past two days.

fox32chicago.com
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Sign up now for early bird pricing. #hazmatcentral2023 – at Canada
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ISFSI is proud to have been delivering the FEMA/AFG grant funded “Implementation of NFPA 1700” at FDNY last week. The host department welcomed instructors from all over the United States over the course of the four days of delivery.
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This is Rescue Gaurdian by @Paratech_Inc info here - paratechcontent.com/future/ In use on a bipod in rescue from truck cab on our HVR course. Only available in UK through @VimpexKev @VimpexMartin #heavyvehicle #technical #rescue #FRS #USAR #firefighter
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