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MFA is offering a National Fire Academy 2-day class in Springfield on June 3-4, Wildland-Urban Interface Risk Assessment & Mitigation for the Fire Service F2292 (description below)

The National Fire Academy has partnered with the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) Foundation to offer a new, premier wildland-urban interface (WUI) course: "Wildland-Urban Interface Risk Assessment & Mitigation for the Fire Service." This two-day course (16 instruction hours) brings science-based fire engineering research and guidance to fire service personnel operating in WUI areas. Drawing on codes and standards, the SFPE Foundation WUI Virtual Handbook, and many other resources, this course provides a basic overview of fire dynamics; fire modeling; human behavior in fire; structural and property hardening; fire protection systems; risk assessment methods, models, and training; stakeholder engagement; community notification and evacuation; codes, standards, and case studies; community hazard assessment, community design and protection; community education, messaging, and partnerships; and,…

An organization that specializes in Firefighters and mesothelioma reached out to us and asked to share their information.

Below is a link to the group.

https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/occupations/firefighters/

I recently received an email from "Mesothelioma Hope". Please take a moment to read their message:

At Mesothelioma Hope, we provide free, expert-reviewed resources offering comprehensive information about mesothelioma and its health effects, all reviewed by certified oncologists. 

Our mission is to raise awareness about cancer and other asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma. Firefighters frequently face asbestos exposure when extinguishing fires in older buildings, putting them at a higher risk for asbestos-related diseases."

Here is a link to their site:

https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/occupations/firefighters/

Upcoming Free Training Seminar with Flyer Attached

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FPAM regrets to announce the passing of John Sjostedt Jr., Father of current FPAM First Vice President John Sjostedt III.

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View John Sjostedt Jr.'s complete obituary, share memories, and explore 4 tribute posts from the community.