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AFG: ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT
The 2011 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Application Period Opens Shortly | |
ARE YOU READY?
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) helps to ensure that firefighters and first responders have the essentials they need to be safe and effective on the job. Your fire department or EMS organization may be eligible for a grant. The key to your success is preparing your application early. Get started today!
2011 AFG GET READY GUIDE IS AVAILABLE NOW
The 2011 AFG Get Ready Guide is your resource for successfully submitting a grant application and may be downloaded at http://www.fema.gov/firegrants.
NEW THIS YEAR: GRANT RECIPIENTS MUST REGISTER IN THE CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (CCR) SYSTEM
As of August 2010, prime recipients of Federal grants are required to register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system. As a potential grantee you are not required to register, but you may wish to do so now in case you receive an award. CCR registration will be required if you are selected for an award.
How to register: - Obtain a DUNS number from Dun and Bradstreet: http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform. A DUNS number is a required to submit an application. If you already have a DUNS number, skip to #2.
- Once you have a DUNS number, register here: https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/default.aspx For more information on grantee registration in the CCR system, visit their website: https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/grantees.aspx
NEED HELP? ATTEND A GRANT WORKSHOP
AFG Regional Representatives conduct grant workshops around the country. Visit http://www.fema.gov/firegrants/js/workshop_schedule_july.html for a complete schedule.
IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED...
Source: NVFC
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FIRE GRANTS REAUTHORIZATION ACT INTRODUCED IN THE HOUSE
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On Wednesday, June 22nd, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX-30) introduced H.R. 2269, the Fire Grants Reauthorization Act. The bill authorizes the Assistance to Firefighters (FIRE) Grant Program and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program through Fiscal Year 2016. The legislation has been co-sponsored by 14 members of the House of Representatives, including the House leadership of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
The bill is very similar to legislation passed by the House of Representatives during the 111th Congress. Unfortunately the Senate did not act on that bill before the Congress adjourned at the end of 2010; therefore both the Senate and House will need to take up the legislation during the 112th Congress.
On Thursday, March 10th, Senator Joseph Lieberman (CT) introduced similar reauthorization legislation, S. 550. The Senate bill was approved by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee on March 18th. The bill will now be considered by the full Senate.
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NVFC Works to STOP Firefighter Vehicle Accident Deaths
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of on-duty firefighter deaths, and yet the second leading cause of fatalities each year is equally, and probably more easily, preventable: vehicle crashes. Each year, dozens of first responders are killed and hundreds more are injured while responding to or returning from an incident. Recognizing that more needs to be done to educate first responders about vehicle safety, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has partnered with McNeil & Company and its ESIP Program to create a new campaign designed to increase safe vehicle operations among first responders and provide training to STOP preventable injury and death from vehicle accidents.
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Source: NVFC
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FEMA, FCC to Test Nationwide Emergency Alert System
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The first nationwide Emergency Alert System Test will take place on November 9, at 2:00 p.m. EST. Find out how the system works and what to expect.
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Source: Disaster Resource Guide
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The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has received notice of the following firefighter fatalities:
| | The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has received notice of the following firefighter fatality:
Name: Caleb N. Hamm
Rank: Firefighter
Age: 23
Gender: Male
Status: Wildland Part-Time
Years of Service: 5
Date of Incident: 07/07/2011
Time of Incident: 1500hrs
Date of Death: 07/07/2011
Fire Department: Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management - Bonneville Hot Shots
Address: 2370 S 2300 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Fire Department Chief: Chris Kirby
Incident Description: Firefighter Hamm fell ill while he was working on a fire line near Abilene, Texas. Hamm, a member of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Bonneville Interagency Hotshot crew, was being transported by helicopter to the hospital when he passed away from a cause still to be determined. Initial reports indicated that the extreme heat in Texas at the time may have been a factor in Hamm's death.
Incident Location: Near Abilene, TX
Funeral Arrangements: 07/14/2011 @ 1100hrs, Double Tree Riverside Hotel, 2900 West Chinden Boulevard, Boise, ID
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: Pending
Tribute is being paid to Firefighter Caleb N. Hamm at
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Name: Charles "Sparky" Sparks
Rank: Firefighter
Age: 49
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 32
Date of Incident: 06/30/2011
Time of Incident: 1505hrs
Date of Death: 07/08/2011
Fire Department: Adair County Volunteer Fire Department
Address: 200 Merchant ST, Columbia, KY 42728
Fire Department Chief: Michael C. Glasgow
Incident Description: Firefighter Sparks suffered an apparent heart attack while he was operating on the interior of a residential structure fire. Firefighter Sparks was treated on-scene by fellow firefighters until the Adair County EMS arrived and transported him to Westlake Regional Hospital. He was then airlifted by Air Evac to Norton's Audubon Hospital, where he had remained until his passing.
Incident Location: 3043 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY
Funeral Arrangements: Pending. Arrangements will be made available on the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home website:
http://www.stottsphelpsmcquearyfh.com/html/
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: Pending
Tribute is being paid to Firefighter Charles "Sparky" Sparks at
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Name: Walter E. Hauser
Rank: Firefighter
Age: 62
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: Pending
Date of Incident: 02/11/1981
Time of Incident: 0925hrs
Date of Death: 07/02/2011
Fire Department: Rochester Fire Department
Address: 185 Exchange ST, STE 665, Rochester, NY 14614
Fire Department Chief: John D. Caufield
Fire Department Website:
http://www.cityofrochester.gov/services/fire
Incident Description: Firefighter Hauser passed away from serious injuries he suffered during a 1981 fire in a department store at the Midtown Plaza.
Incident Location: McCurdy's Department Store, Midtown Plaza, 211 Midtown Plz, Rochester, NY 14604
Funeral Arrangements: 07/07/2011
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: None
Tribute is being paid to Firefighter Walter E. Hauser at
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Name: Matt Hadaller
Rank: Fire Chief
Age: 47
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 20+
Date of Incident: 06/27/2011
Time of Incident: 2210hrs
Date of Death: 06/27/2011
Fire Department: Lewis County Fire District #3
Address: 137 E Main ST, Mossyrock, WA 98564-0127
Fire Department Chief: Doug Fosberg
Incident Description: Fire Chief Hadaller passed away from a sudden illness after responding to two EMS incidents within the preceding 24hrs.
Incident Location: 112 Laurel ST, Mossyrock, WA
Funeral Arrangements: A memorial service has been set for 07/02/2011, 1300hrs, at the Mossyrock High School, 295 William ST, Mossyrock, WA.
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: Memorial donations in honor of Fire Chief Matt Hadaller may be made to any Twin Star Credit Union branch (www.twinstarcu.com).
Tribute is being paid to Fire Chief Matt Hadaller at
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Source: FEMA
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