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Up Close & Personal

Vern Cruse is the new chief of the Scullville Fire Company in Egg Harbor Township. He takes the helmet from Steve Prisamet who left for Tennessee fora new job. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe ClosterFire Department Fire Marshal Kevin Whitney (AKA‘Charlie Waffles’) at a recent training evolution with ClosterFire and neighboring departments. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton Vincentown Deputy Chief Keith Harrison and Medford Deputy Chief William Webb at a house fire in Tabernacle on Christmas Eve 2021. - Fire News photo by Dave Hernandez

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Returning in 2022 is Women in Fire for their one-day conference which will take place on Monday, April 25. This conference will begin with an opening ceremony which will take a look at what we know about women’s health in the fire service, including recent and emerging topics such as reproductive health, behavioral health, and modifiable risk factors among this population. Following that will be a line-up of educational classes that provide training, support and advocacy for women in the fire service.

Plus, FDIC International attendees will have access to additional education sessions being offered as a part of JEMS Conference & Expo since the two events will be co-locating this year. Additional details are coming soon.

FDIC International is sure to be your one-stop shop for all the education, training and hands-on experience you need to ensure the safety of your communities. Complete conference program details for FDIC International can be found on our website.

How can organizations get involved with the event this year?

Complete information on the FDIC International schedule of events and conference program, as well as how to register and guidance on selecting the registration package that is right for you can be found on our website www.fdic.com. For general show inquiry or assistance, feel free to reach out to our team at FDIC@clarionevents.com and someone will get back to you.

Companies who are interested in securing booth space or discussing sponsorship opportunities should contact our sales team at sales@fdic.com.

Everyone is eagerto return to live events. Has navigating the global pandemic been difficult?

stopped! FDIC International is excited to welcome the fire & rescue industry back to Indianapolis at its regularly scheduled time. The focus for this year’s event will be bringing together the industry in-person, for a safe and productive training experience while maintaining the celebration of comradery. The need for connecting with peers became even more important over the past year and a half when Covid-19 created supply chain issues and shortages, as well as fewer in-person training opportunities. At this year’s FDIC International, the industry can expect to find our traditional robust education and training program, an expansive exhibit hall with leading manufacturers, new technology and networking events designed to celebrate coming together and thanking our first responders for keeping our communities safe.

What hands-on training is available and how can this benefit visitors?

The Hands-on Training (H.O.T.) Evolutions at FDIC International are something you must experience to fully appreciate! Firefighters that attend the Hands-on Training (H.O.T.) Evolutions not only improve their skills, but the information they take back to their departments have an exponential impact on the overall safety of their communities.

Attendees can choose between 4- and 8-hour Hands-on Training (HOT) Evolutions which are all instructed by key players within the industry. This year’s topics cover the latest technology and techniques in the fire service, and include advanced vehicle extrication, active shooter response, open water rescue and drowning resuscitation, heavy vehicle extrication, and more. For complete details, please visit our website.

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New Milford Fire Department Company 1 First Assistant Chief Robert O’Brien and his wife Jacqueline at the swearing in ceremony forthe 2022 officers of the Milford Fire Department. - Fire News photo by Chris ‘Doc’Denton Egg HarborCity Chief Butch Kienzle and MayorLinda Jiampetti at the Atlantic County Firefighters Association Memorial Service and reorganization meeting on January 19, 2022. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe

Blackwood Assistant Chief Mike Coucoules behind the wheel of Blackwood’s new squad. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe