Released: 06 FEB 2006
King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company hosts National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Program.
King Of Prussia, Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company hosted a free program from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation called "The Courage to Stay Safe...So Everyone Goes Home." All area fire company personnel were invited to attend. Over 150 people, from 30 area fire companies, attended the class held at King of Prussia Fire Company on Tuesday evening, January 31, 2006. The program promoted the courage to do the "right thing" in order to protect yourself and other firefighters and ensure that "Everyone Goes Home" at the end of the day. Two Pennsylvania State Fire Academy instructors focused on the need for fundamental change in order to prevent "line of duty deaths" in Pennsylvania and throughout the country by outlining the 16 Life Safety Initiatives compiled during the National 2004 Firefighter Life Safety Summit held in Florida.
Firefighters have the courage to face a multitude of risks in order to save lives and protect their communities. This courage allows them to willingly risk their own lives so that others can be saved. A different type of courage is required to "stay safe" in potentially dangerous situations, avoiding needless risks and tragic consequences. This provocative presentation, taught by Office of the State Fire Commissioner staff, is designed to change the culture of accepting the "loss of firefighters" as a normal occurrence. A key part of the program is the untold story of Line Of Duty Death survivors, revealing the pain and heartbreak the loss of a firefighter brings and illustrating that the consequence of an LODD is a family affair.
Robin K. Ross, Safety Officer of KPVFC, said, "the overwhelming turnout of area firefighters confirms the dedication and professionalism of our volunteers to these very important initiatives. It is tragic that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has led the nation in deaths of firefighters for the last several years. We are working together to change that statistic and bring safety improvements to the fire service."
Every attendee will receive a PA State certification for the class and received an "Everyone Goes Home" black wristband to show support for firefighter safety and the 16 Life Safety Initiatives upon completion of the class.
"The Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives program is made possible through the efforts of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation with funding provided by the Department of Homeland Security, Assistance to Firefighters Grant and the generosity of Firemen's Fund Insurance."
King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company proudly protects 30,000 people living in an area of 15 square miles in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Operating out of 2 stations, coverage is provided to a primarily commercial area. King of Prussia VFC is a public department whose members are on a volunteer status.
King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company hosts National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Program.
King Of Prussia, Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company hosted a free program from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation called "The Courage to Stay Safe...So Everyone Goes Home." All area fire company personnel were invited to attend. Over 150 people, from 30 area fire companies, attended the class held at King of Prussia Fire Company on Tuesday evening, January 31, 2006. The program promoted the courage to do the "right thing" in order to protect yourself and other firefighters and ensure that "Everyone Goes Home" at the end of the day. Two Pennsylvania State Fire Academy instructors focused on the need for fundamental change in order to prevent "line of duty deaths" in Pennsylvania and throughout the country by outlining the 16 Life Safety Initiatives compiled during the National 2004 Firefighter Life Safety Summit held in Florida.
Firefighters have the courage to face a multitude of risks in order to save lives and protect their communities. This courage allows them to willingly risk their own lives so that others can be saved. A different type of courage is required to "stay safe" in potentially dangerous situations, avoiding needless risks and tragic consequences. This provocative presentation, taught by Office of the State Fire Commissioner staff, is designed to change the culture of accepting the "loss of firefighters" as a normal occurrence. A key part of the program is the untold story of Line Of Duty Death survivors, revealing the pain and heartbreak the loss of a firefighter brings and illustrating that the consequence of an LODD is a family affair.
Robin K. Ross, Safety Officer of KPVFC, said, "the overwhelming turnout of area firefighters confirms the dedication and professionalism of our volunteers to these very important initiatives. It is tragic that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has led the nation in deaths of firefighters for the last several years. We are working together to change that statistic and bring safety improvements to the fire service."
Every attendee will receive a PA State certification for the class and received an "Everyone Goes Home" black wristband to show support for firefighter safety and the 16 Life Safety Initiatives upon completion of the class.
"The Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives program is made possible through the efforts of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation with funding provided by the Department of Homeland Security, Assistance to Firefighters Grant and the generosity of Firemen's Fund Insurance."
King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company proudly protects 30,000 people living in an area of 15 square miles in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Operating out of 2 stations, coverage is provided to a primarily commercial area. King of Prussia VFC is a public department whose members are on a volunteer status.