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NEWS RELEASE
International Association of Fire Chiefs
Contact:
Office: 703–896-4827 • Cell: 571-221-5268 • eclark@iafc.org • www.iafc.org
The IAFC Releases Two New Alternative Fuels Training Packages for
First Responders
The first training package, “Ethanol: Response Considerations,” focuses on responding to ethanol incidents. It was created in partnership with the United States Fire Administration and the United States Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The training package has been updated and revised from the original version released last year. It now also contains a companion training video.
“With the increased production and use of ethanol as a renewable fuel, emergency responders need to understand the chemical characteristics of this flammable liquid and how best to fight any possible fire that results from a hazmat transportation accident or incident,” said PHMSA Acting Deputy Administrator Cindy Douglass. “The ethanol video trains everyone to the current response standards.”
The second training package, “Biodiesel: Response Considerations,” focuses on general biodiesel information and details about biodiesel commercial manufacturing facilities. This package was created through a partnership between the IAFC, National Biodiesel Board, and the United States Department of Energy.
Joe Jobe, CEO of the National Biodiesel Board, praised the leadership and cooperation of the IAFC in developing these materials. “With a flash point of 200 degrees, biodiesel is a safe fuel to handle, store and use, and our industry prides itself on a good safety record,” said NBB CEO Joe Jobe. “However, preparing for the worst case scenario is always wise and we applaud the IAFC for being proactive.”
The challenge of responding to incidents involving alternative fuels has received national attention. In his testimony on May 14 on Capitol Hill, the IAFC’s 1st Vice President,
“Fire departments cannot use the same tactics and equipment that they used for petroleum-based fires,” Chief Johnson noted. “Instead, they must be equipped with the right equipment -- including alcohol-resistant foams -- and tactics to respond to alternative fuels incidents.”
The IAFC introduced the new training packages at the IAFC Hazmat Committee’s International Hazardous Materials Response Conference, May 27-31, 2009. The materials include training tools, such as a PowerPoint presentation, instructor guide, participant manual, as well as a video about response considerations.
Both training programs are available on the National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center website at [http://www.hazmatfc.com/Pages/Resources.aspx] along with companion videos available on IAFC TV at www.iafctv.org under “Hazmat.” For more information or to request a copy of the training materials, please email jrist@iafc.org.
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About the IAFC
The IAFC represents the leadership of over 1.2 million firefighters and emergency responders. IAFC members are the world's leading experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials spills, natural disasters, search and rescue, and public safety legislation. Since 1873, the IAFC has provided a forum for its members to exchange ideas and uncover the latest products and services available to first responders.
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PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT
Hot Topics in Fire Protection (P138) Pilot Courses Scheduled
The United States Fire Administration (USFA), Department of Homeland Security, is recruiting students and instructor candidates to attend pilot classes for its new six-day on-campus course Hot Topics in Fire Protection. The pilot will be offered October 18 to 23, 2009 at the
Hot Topics in Fire Protection is intended to help students discover what’s new in fire protection by exploring how current events, products and trends apply to you and your jurisdiction.
Learn
- How to “scan the environment” and conduct valid research into new technologies, trends, laws and products.
- How to read, interpret and apply fire protection research, human behavior studies, fire dynamics research, fire protection law and emerging issues.
- How to identify emerging local, regional and state fire protection challenges; and develop technically-based strategic solutions.
- How technology develops and can be transferred to solve local issues.
- What significant changes are in the short- and long-term future for fire protection systems and equipment?
- How fire protection plays a part in all-hazards preparedness and response.
Using modern research tools, and student-centric learning, attendees will learn: how to evaluate technological and human behavior topics that exist in fire protection, the wide variety of research resources available, and how to collect and present that information in a meaningful way that can effect change to reduce fire losses or enhance understanding of new technologies.
Pilots are highly participatory among the instructors, course developers and students. Attendees are expected to contribute their ideas and expertise to improve course content and delivery. Attending a pilot does not affect a student’s ability to obtain another travel stipend within the fiscal year.
More information and application at: http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/nfa/nfa-061809.shtm
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HSO / ISO Update Completed
Great News! After a long journey of updating both Health and Safety Officer (HSO) and Incident Safety Officer (ISO), while I was trying to learn the system, the update is complete. Our contractor was very helpful in meeting with us several times after the pilot to make corrections and fix issues identified. Once the contractor had completed their task I went through the process of confirming it all, specifically matching the course materials to US Fire Administration documents (such as the Traffic Incident Management System, Effects of Warning Lamp Color and Intensity on Driver Vision, etc…). It seemed that each time I thought completion was near, I found something else to research, confirm and improve. As it is, I am already looking at improving on Mental Health as a topic in these courses (primarily HSO).
The final draft has gone to our editing/publishing contractor. After they proof and edit the materials electronic copies (CD/DVD) of the materials will be distributed to currently qualified instructors, state fire training agencies and the TRADE network.
If I can be of further assistance, please let me know.
Michael Stern
Training Specialist - EMS Programs
National Fire Academy / U.S. Fire Administration
FEMA / U.S. Department of Homeland Security
16825 S. Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Office: 301-447-1253 Fax: 301-447-1372
Email: michael.stern@dhs.gov
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U.S. Department 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590
Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration
June 24, 2009
To: Fireworks shippers, distributors and carriers and related industry associations.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Transportation, wants to assure that every American has a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July.
PHMSA recently completed several investigations involving the transportation and storage of consumer fireworks by non-profit organizations. These investigations identified widespread problems related to these activities, including a lack of understanding of applicable Federal regulatory requirements covering hazard communication, training, and driver qualifications. PHMSA is concerned that many non-profit organizations who offer, accept, transport, and store fireworks do not understand the hazards posed by fireworks during transportation.
Some of the common violations and safety problems noted during our investigations include:
• No PHMSA Hazardous Materials Registration
• No Hazardous Materials Placards
• Limited or no Hazardous Materials Training, and
• No Commercial Drivers License (CDL) w/ Hazardous Materials Endorsement
In an effort to educate the non-profit organizations and increase their hazardous materials safety awareness, this letter summarizes the regulatory requirements that apply to consumer fireworks shipments and provides a point of contact to obtain additional information.
Background
Requirements governing the transportation of hazardous materials in commerce, including consumer fireworks, are contained in the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 171-180). The HMR apply to the commercial transportation of consumer fireworks, including transportation conducted by non-profit organizations in support of fund-raising activities.
The HMR specify appropriate packaging and handling requirements for hazardous materials, and require a shipper to communicate the material's hazards through use of shipping papers, package marking and labeling, and vehicle placarding. The HMR also Consumer Fireworks Advisory Letter 2
require shippers to provide emergency response information applicable to the specific hazard or hazards of the material being transported. Finally, the HMR mandate training requirements for persons who prepare hazardous materials for shipment or who transport hazardous materials in commerce. The HMR also include operational requirements applicable to each mode of transportation.
Questions and Answers
Q1. What do non-profit organizations need to know about the transport of consumer fireworks?
A1. There are a number of Federal regulations that apply to the safe transportation of hazardous materials. If the regulatory requirements are not met then enforcement actions may be taken, to include significant civil penalties, criminal fines and imprisonment where applicable.
Q2. Are consumer fireworks considered a hazardous material, and if so, do they require special handling in transportation?
A2. Yes, the U.S. Department of Transportation identifies fireworks as a Division 1.4G explosive and regulates their safe transportation in commerce.
Q3. What are the regulatory requirements applicable to consumer fireworks shipments?
A3. In addition to the general and highway specific requirements of the HMR, all shipments of Division 1.4G fireworks by highway transport vehicle, including shipments from sales outlets and retail stands to storage areas or return, must conform to the following:
• The shipment must be accompanied by a shipping paper that describes the explosives, including the quantity being transported (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart C).
• The shipping paper must include a telephone number of a person who can provide comprehensive emergency response information about the fireworks; the telephone number must be monitored at all times the shipment is in transportation (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart G).
• The shipment must be accompanied by written emergency response information that describes the risks associated with the shipment and immediate precautions to be taken in the event of an accident (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart G).
• The packages containing the fireworks must be properly loaded, blocked and braced to restrict movement in the transport vehicle and protected against ignition sources (see 49 CFR Part 177, Subpart B).
• All persons involved with the transportation of the shipment, including persons who load and unload the transport vehicle and persons who operate the transport vehicle, must be trained. The training must cover the components specified in the
Consumer Fireworks Advisory Letter 3
regulations (i.e., general awareness/familiarization, function specific, safety and security training) and must be documented (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart H).
Q4. Are there additional requirements for transporting large quantities of consumer fireworks?
A4. Yes, for any shipment of Division 1.4G fireworks that exceed 1,001 lbs gross weight on a transport vehicle the following additional requirements apply:
• The transport vehicle must be operated by a driver with a commercial driver’s license with a hazardous materials endorsement (see 49 CFR 177.804 and 49 CFR Part 383).
• The transport vehicle must be placarded on each side and each end with EXPLOSIVES 1.4 placards (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart F).
• The shipper and the carrier must both develop and implement security plans that include an assessment of possible transportation risks of the fireworks and appropriate measures to address the risks. At a minimum, the security plan must address personnel security, en route security, and unauthorized access (see 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart I).
• The transporter/ carrier must apply and hold a current hazardous materials registration certificate with, and issued by, PHMSA (see 49 CFR Part 107, Subpart G).
Q5. What are the potential federal consequences if I don’t follow the requirements for transporting consumer fireworks?
A5. Persons found to be in violation of the HMR may be subject to significant civil penalties, criminal fines and imprisonment. The maximum penalties depend on several factors, including the nature and circumstances, extent and gravity, and severity of the consequences of the violation, but can range up to $100,000 per violation for a civil penalty and $500,000 and ten years in prison for a criminal penalty.
Q6. Where can I get more information about the safe transportation of consumer fireworks?
A6. The HMR, along with more detailed information and guidance on the regulatory requirements governing the shipment of fireworks, are available at DOT’s Hazmat Safety web site: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat. In addition, you can obtain answers to specific questions from the Hazardous Materials Information Center at 1-800-467-4922 (in Washington, DC, call 202-366-4488).
R. Ryan Posten
Director, Office of Hazardous Materials Enforcement
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We are in the process of writing a rehabilitation SOG. I would appreciate any feedback from anyone who may have any information to share.
Captain Jerry Calabrese
Field Training Officer
Westminster Fire Department
(303) 658-4534
jcalabrese@cityofwestminster.us
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Our department is in need of updating our annual personnel evaluations for firefighter, engineer, and captain. We are interested in what other organizations are using. If you could e-mail your agencies format it would be greatly appreciated.
Jerry Funk, Captain
Nevada County Consolidated Fire District
(530) 265-4431
jerryfunk@nccfire.com
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2009 U.S. Line of Duty Deaths 57 LODD’s
2008 U.S. Line of Duty Deaths 114 LODD’s
Visit FIREFIGHTERNEARMISS.COM and check out the Report of the Week (ROTW) for an incident description followed by review questions designed to spark discussion. We can all learn from these.
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LESSONS LEARNED INFORMATION SHARING
LLIS.gov Partners with US Fire Administration
As part of its continual effort to improve information sharing across the emergency response and homeland security communities, LLIS.gov launched a new partnership with the US Fire Administration (USFA). The USFA strives to provide national leadership to local fire and emergency services departments. To highlight the new partnership, LLIS.gov has created a new USFA Resource Page where members can access USFA technical and special reports, related LLIS.gov original content, featured documents, and valuable links. To access the resource page, log onto LLIS.gov and click on US Fire Administration under LLIS.GOV PARTNERS.
The LLIS.gov Team continues to post new Lessons Learned, Best Practices, Practice Notes, and Good Stories to the system on a regular basis. Weekly updates about new original content can be found in the NEW LLIS.GOV CONTENT box on the homepage of LLIS.gov. LLIS.gov recently posted the following original content documents drawn from USFA Technical Reports:
Lessons Learned
- Fire Operations: Determining if Local Water Systems Can Meet Demand during Major Fires (Reno, NV Twelve-Fatality Hotel Arson, 2006)
Fire departments’ pre-planning processes should determine if local water systems are capable of meeting the demand necessary for fighting major fires. - Incident Management: Locating Public Information Operations Close to the Command Area (Apex, NC Chemical Fire, 2006)
Incident commanders should consider locating public information operations in close proximity to the command area. - Emergency Management: Updating Incident Action Plans Throughout an Incident’s Response (Apex, NC Chemical Fire, 2006)
Incident commanders should consider having incident action plans routinely updated during extended response activities. - Fire Operations: Training Personnel in Specialized Tactics for Incidents at Power Plants (Rhea County, TN Watts Bar Hydroelectric Plant Fire, 2002)
Fire departments that have power plants located within their area of operations should ensure that their personnel are trained in the appropriate specialized tactics. This will enable the departments to respond successfully to incidents at the plants. - Incident Command: Appointing a Public Information Officer (Ardent Sentry Full-Scale Exercise, 2007)
Incident command should ensure that an appropriately trained individual serves as public information officer during an incident response. This individual should understand his or her media management responsibilities and should be able to interface with the emergency operations center and joint information center. - Incident Management: Identifying Remote Staging Areas (Apex, NC Chemical Fire, 2006)
Incident commanders should identify potential remote staging areas for use during response operations when resources may be exposed to unacceptable hazards. This enables incident commanders to relocate and protect resources from potential exposures. - Mass Evacuation: Planning for the Evacuation of Special Needs Populations (Apex, NC Chemical Fire, 2006)
Emergency managers should develop clear, concise plans that address the evacuation of their special needs populations in the event of an incident. - Pre-Incident Site Planning: Acquiring Diagrams and Plans for Power Plants and Industrial Facilities (Rhea County, TN
Fire departments should acquire diagrams and pre-plans for local power plants and other industrial facilities in their area. It is critical that these facilities provide fire departments with all information necessary to respond to an incident on their premises.
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LLIS.gov has partnered with the Emergency Management and Response – Information Sharing and Analysis Center (EMR-ISAC) to provide LLIS.gov members access to the EMR-ISAC’s free, critical infrastructure protection (CIP) information. Located at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD, the EMR-ISAC was developed to collect, analyze, and disseminate timely, consequential information to assist in the practice of critical infrastructure protection by the leaders, owners, and operators of the nation’s Emergency Services Sector.
The EMR-ISAC, a no-cost information sharing program within the Department of Homeland Security, specifically provides information necessary to protect local internal critical infrastructures (i.e., personnel, physical assets, and communication/cyber systems that must be intact and operational 24 x 7) against all hazards, from natural disasters to terrorist activities. The program’s main focus is ensuring that emergency response leadership, their organizations, and local policy leaders have both the internal and external support and resources to aid in disaster protection, prevention, and response to enhance survivability, continuity of operations, and mission success.
The EMR-ISAC can be contacted at emr-isac@dhs.gov or 301-447-1325. To view the EMR-ISAC page on LLIS.gov, please click here or login to LLIS.gov and click on the EMR-ISAC link on the homepage. To subscribe for the free critical infrastructure protection (CIP) information disseminated by the Emergency Management and Response—Information Sharing and Analysis Center (EMR-ISAC), please click on the following link: http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/subjects/emr-isac/infograms/index.shtm.
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