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mduncan51 @aol.com • 918-214-6865 Hello all! Summer is on us, school will be out before you know it. State Fire School is just around the corner and will feature a lot of great classes, including ones you can’t get any other time in Oklahoma. And the best thing? State Fire School is free! You just have to get there. I hope to see a lot of firefighters there. The National Volunteer Fire Council had its spring board meeting in Alexandria, VA, and it was a very good meeting. I went out there a day early and met with some of our Legislators and Senators. We talked about the Cancer Registry, Grants, the Volunteer Incentive and other things affecting firefighters -- paid and volunteer. The NVFC is working on Cancer issues, Share the Load mental heath and suicide prevention, Recruitment and Retention, and Heart Health, to name a few. The NVFC’s Facebook page has some short
presentations on Recruitment and Retention and Cancer Risks in the fire service. Convention will be here soon. I would like to invite everyone to the 123rd OSFA Convention in Dewey, OK. We will try to make it a memorable one. Convention week will kick off with the 36th annual ORFA Convention on Tuesday, June 6. Then on Wednesday, June 7, the 123rd OSFA Convention Golf Tournament will be held at Adams Golf Course in Bartlesville, and the 22nd OSFA Bass Tournament will begin at Grand Lake’s Bernice Point. The Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, June 8, followed by the Poker Run, Sporting Clays Tournament. Later that same day will be the MDA Picnic, horse shoes at the picnic and a bar crawl. On Friday, June 9, will be the OSFA business meeting with a banquet that evening. And Saturday, June, 10, convention will conclude the business meeting with Resolutions and elections. I look forward to seeing everyone there!
2016-17 OSFA Executive Board PRESIDENT: Mike Duncan 918-214-6865 mduncan51@aol.com
3RD VICE PRESIDENT Mike Kelley 405-623-4388 mkelley@local157.org
1ST VICE PRESIDENT Matt Lay 918-760-9065 matthewlay@icloud.com
PAST PRESIDENT Raanon Adams 580-512-2037 lfd191@aol.com
2ND VICE PRESIDENT Dereck Cassady 580-761-5338 IAFFLocal2479 @yahoo.com www.osfa.info (405) 424-1452 • 1-800-308-5336
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Matt Lay
Tulsa FD
matthewlay@icloud.com 918-760-9065
About the time this article goes to print, we’ll be kicking off the 2017 OSFA State Fire School. What an incredible tradition and training opportunity we have to be a part of! We have the finest partners in the American Fire Service at our door offering the highest level of training in the nation for FREE to all firefighters and first responders. You will not want to miss this incredible opportunity! Many thanks to our Educational Advisory Committee members that dedicated hundreds of hours to offer this chance to our members and fellow responders. Just ahead is the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention June 8-10. Come see the hospitality that the fine folks of Washington County and Dewey America have in store for Oklahoma Firefighters. This represents a great chance to get together with our brothers and sisters all over the state to fellowship and share in this great calling of ours. Another event hosted by the OSFA was held on April 26 was our annual Legislative Reception at the Firefighters Museum & Memorial. There, firefighters from our Legislative Committee, Lobbying Team, Executive Board and from around the state get together with members of both chambers of the state legislature. There we seek to forge new relationships and strengthen existing ones to ensure the best future for the Oklahoma Fire Service. It’s been a busy stretch, a busy month, a busy year. One turns quickly into the next. Each time we take this turn, we set the bar a little higher and hope to accomplish just a little bit more. To achieve this, your department and this association must get the best of your gifts, your talents, and often most valuable to all of us – some of your time. Never forget how fortunate we are to be a part of all this. Take an opportunity to be “a part” not “apart” of the greatest job on earth. Plenty of chances ahead. Hope to catch up with you soon. Take care and God Bless.
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Remember to get your credentials turned in for the 123rd OSFA Convention. President Duncan and the guys in Washington County have been working diligently to make this a great Convention. If you haven’t already done so, be sure to get your rooms reserved at the host hotel (Days Inn and Suites, Bartlesville). Also be sure to get yourself registered for all the extra events that take place during convention. As I was thinking about what to write this month, I heard of another firefighter suicide. It seems like we are constantly seeing on social media or on the news that another firefighter has committed suicide.
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We as brothers and sisters in the fire service need to have our eyes and ears open. This is real and we can stop it if we pay attention. In thinking about this and doing a little research, I found the following article that was originally posted in Fire Engineering Community on Dec. 19, 2016. Each and every one of us can make a difference if we just stop our fast paced lives and look at our surroundings. EDITOR’S NOTE: The NVFC’s Share the Load program is available to assist Volunteer and Paid firefighters alike. See the ad on page 3.
Fire Engineering Community: Firefighter Down from Suicide By Mark W. Lamplugh, Jr. As a firefighter, we face death in a million forms every day. It could be the crash of a falling roof beam, entrapment in a quick-moving blaze, or the slow poison of the toxins we’ve accumulated in our lungs. But there’s one that seems to make some people especially uncomfortable: suicide. For those of us who have never felt the urge, it can be incomprehensible that anybody would want to take their own life. Out of the pain and guilt of those left behind, accusations arise: selfishness, weakness, moral inferiority. The Bible tells us suicide is a sin; Dante imagined a forest in the Inferno where the suicides were twisted into wailing trees, forever trapped in their misery. The most useful way of understanding suicide is to view it, not because of character flaws, but because of a person experiencing a level of suffering that is literally unbearable. When a human being experiences pain beyond what is tolerable, they will take any means necessary to alleviate that pain. For some unfortunate people, the only way out that they can see is through death. Suicidal people are suffering, and often have been suffering for a long time, and look forward to the future and see only more suffering, more disaster. Society has largely recognized the issue of PTSD and suicide amongst returning veterans. However, the prevalence among America’s firefighters is generally less wellknown, even to other firefighters. This is unfortunate, as it is one of the true hazards of the occupation. A firefighter is three to four times more likely to die by their own hand than in the line of duty. Of all the dangers, inherent in battling blazes, all the myriad hazards we know we must mitigate, this is the one that’s taking us out -- three to four times as often. It appears firefighters are great at mitigating corporeal hazards, but perhaps less effective at mitigating problems inside ourselves. In 2016 alone, 125 first responders took their own lives. This is a little higher than usual, but roughly average. Most years, a little over 100 first responders will die by their own hands. Many, many more will struggle with urges and make attempts. So who are these people? The Institute of Medicine has compiled a list of backgrounds most common to suicidal people: • Male • Age: 18-24 and 40-55. • Caucasian. • Acute and chronic stress. • Trauma. • Substance or alcohol abuse.
• Childhood trauma. • Relationship issues. • Personality traits such as aggression and impulsivity. Does this sound like anybody you work with on your team? If your department or crew is like most, it probably does. These are exactly the people we know and work with in fire. Young people -- many of them male. Many of them struggle to make ends meet. Plenty are impulsive. I’m sure we all know a firefighter or two who has a “work hard, play hard” attitude when it comes to alcohol -- it might even be ingrained into your unit’s culture and traditions. Then, on top of that, we throw 80 pounds of gear on them and send them into the most stressful situations any human can ever experience. Every day, we must live with the knowledge that we are responsible for the lives of others -- which even a small mistake, can result in injury or death of another firefighter or a victim. This is what the Institute of Medicine refers to as “acute and chronic stress.” Odds are good that somebody you know in your department or crew is struggling with suicidal ideation right now. So, what can we do to help? In the macho culture of fire, talking about feelings can be somewhat taboo. This is especially true for deep, troubling feelings like an urge to self-harm. In the past, many of these issues simply went unspoken. However, that does seem to be a changing trend. Fire programs have been acting to increase suicide awareness and discourse, but with so many individualized programs across the nation, it can be difficult to understand exactly what steps are being taken. Government agencies do not track firefighter suicides or firefighter mental health resources. The best resources for a suicidal person are mental health professionals. But many suicidal people are wary of reaching out to these providers. As a fellow firefighter, you can be an effective resource to a suicidal coworker. If somebody expresses an urge to harm themselves, it is imperative that you take them seriously. It may be a cry for help. Try to open a dialogue with them. Remind them that they are not alone, and that you care about them, and why. Listen to what they say without judgment. Remember that suicidal people are not psychotic or insane; they are normal people dealing with an overload of grief. Urge them to seek a professional counselor. They will need help doing this since suicidal people can sometimes become so despondent that they can’t perform simple tasks like make a phone call. Don’t abandon them, even if it gets frustrating.
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Oklahoma City FD
mkelley@local157.org 405-623-4388
By the time this article is published, we will have completed our Legislative Reception on April 26. I don’t know about you, but I had no idea when I became a firefighter how much politics affects everything we do. While I now understand how important politics is, I believe that most of us just want to be firefighters and leave the politics to others. Fortunately, your OSFA has people lobbying on our behalf. But we all need to assist by registering to vote, voting and making ourselves available to reach out to our elected officials when asked. Politicians listen to their constituents! We have several other events coming up so make plans now to attend the ones that interest you. The Educational Advisory Committee has been hard at work putting together great training opportunities for the OSFA State Fire School May 4-7 at the Tulsa FD Training Center/Tulsa Community College. The 36th ORFA Convention will be held June 6 in Dewey. The 123rd OSFA Convention and 85th OSF Women’s Auxiliary Convention will be June 7-10 in Dewey. All of the OSFA committees are active and working to enhance the service that we provide our members, provide free training, and expand your museum. As I mentioned last month, if you have any interest in serving on a committee, sign up at convention, let a board member know or contact the OSFA office. We are an all-inclusive organization and there is a place for every member to serve and give back to the fire service we love. Stay safe brothers and sister!
By simply being there to listen, you can save a life. If you are suicidal yourself, first, recognize that there is no shame in what you are going through. You are not a weak person for feeling suicidal -- in fact, no feeling can make you a weak person. Suicide and depression have a way of closing us off, making us feel like we are in a dark bubble with no way out. The present looks bleak and the future looks grim, and it seems like there is no way out. You must realize that this is just your illness talking. It isn’t true, and at some point, in the future you will realize that it was never true. It might seem inconceivable now, but one day you will see the high beauty in life. Don’t leave the ones who love you behind to wonder what they could have done. Start today by reaching out to somebody you trust. You can always contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
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his month in the interest of brevity, I will make my article short and will combine my ORFA President’s article with the Executive Director’s article. So, if it works right, you will get twice the impact from half the reading. The real reason for such article is that I have been spending so much time advocating for you at the State Capitol, U.S. Capitol and through other various organizations such as the NVFC and NFPA. I don’t say this to exalt myself, but rather to give a little glimpse into what the OSFA does for you. Don Armes, Tim Bartram, and I spend many hours at the State Capitol working with legislators to advance the ideals and issues of the Oklahoma Fire Service. There are many others that we work alongside, as well. Chalk Norton, Chase Rankin, Dana Cramer, Dick Cagle, Scott VanHorn, David Carter, Cameron Weems, Randy Rose, and not least of all, George Fina. These are just some of the folks who invest their valuable time to make a difference for you.
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teve Lumry, Amy Hall, Riley Blackwell, and Trisha Chain work day and night to ensure that your needs are taken care of, your questions are answered and events are planned and executed at a high, high level through the OSFA office. Committee members and staff spend a tremendous number of hours to ensure that you will enjoy the benefits offered at the Legislative Reception, the golf tournaments, the Conventions, committee meetings, and at the upcoming FREE OSFA State Fire School. We have added staff to increase our expertise in the areas of volunteer and paid fire service. Sheri Nickel is working many extended hours and spending lots of windshield time to get the message out about the SAFER Volunteer Recruitment and Retention grant, gathering important information that will help bring more grant money into Oklahoma’s fire service and spreading the word about OSFA in general.
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SFA is and has been an inclusive organization all about providing service and benefit to our members. But we can only be as inclusive as you want us to be. Take that first step and join a committee, come to convention, attend fire school, volunteer in the Museum. It really is easier than it seems, and you will be glad you did. Be Safe and be with us!
OSFA / Museum Staff Executive Director Phil Ostrander • phil@osfa.info
Administrative Assistant Riley Blackwell • rileyb@osfa.info
Administrative Director Steve Lumry • stevel@osfa.info
Administrative Assistant Trisha Chain • trishac@osfa.info
Special Projects Tim Bartram • timb@osfa.info
Publications Penelope Soldan penelopes@osfa.info
Volunteer Recruitment/ Retention Coordinator Sheri Nickel • sherin@osfa.info Administrative Assistant Amy Hall • amyh@osfa.info
Museum Manager Gene Brown • geneb@osfa.info Museum Assistants Quintin James • Robert Noll Melvin “Buddy” Lummus
2016-17 ORFA Executive Board PRESIDENT Phil Ostrander, Tulsa phil@okgov.us 918-231-7765
3RD VICE PRESIDENT Tippy Pierce, Moore fftip@swbell.net 405-924-1104
1ST VICE PRESIDENT Dana Cramer, Norman dcramer3@cox.net 405-570-1387
PAST PRESIDENT John A. Soos, OKC jasoos@suddenlink.net 405-224-0880
2ND VICE PRESIDENT Juan Rodriguez, Lawton jrod911@gmail.com
Poem Read At 68th Annual Convention In 1962 By Andy T. Miller, Secretary-Treasurer
Are you an active member, The kind that would be missed? Or are you contented that your name is on the list? Do you attend the meetings and mingle with the crowds? Or do you stay at home and crab both long and loud?
Do you take an active part to help the Fire Service along? Or are you satisfied to be the kind that just belong? There’s quite a program scheduled that means success if done. And it can be accomplished with the help of everyone.
So attend the meeting pronto and help with hands and heart. Don’t be just a member, but take an active part. Think this over member, are we right or are we wrong? Are YOU an active member or do you just belong?
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This will be the last article on politics from me. No really, I only have one left, so I promise not to spend the last one on it. As it stands, the history of the 2017 legislative session is nearly written. For the Fire Service, it has been a mixed bag. We were able to continue the framework for some of the necessary pension modifications and withstand austeric changes due to some of the positive changes made previously combined with recent good returns. However, the relationships made by the fire service at the State Capitol can be argued to have been as important as the other factors mentioned. It is that continued effort to educate legislators, as well as our members, about matters important to the Fire Service in Oklahoma. One of the most important issues, it appears, will go unaddressed yet again, that being funding. HB 1374 was the bill for the potential creation of Fire Protection Districts wherein the citizens within the district could vote to increase the property millage specifically for the purpose of funding Fire protection.
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The issue of funding will continue to grow in importance as budgets and resources continue to be stretched and public and personnel demands increase. The two worlds are colliding and there does not appear to be a clear idea of how to tackle the issue aside from the “do more with less” demand given by both legislators and the public at large. Everyone wants the best service and to receive it as fast as possible. Most, however, it seems are unwilling to fund what it takes to provide such service. This is evidenced by the failure of the bill to advance past the politics of the issue despite the effort put forth by a delegation from the OSFA, PFFO, Chiefs and Retirees (and the LOCAL 157 crew) working at the Capitol to move it. It’s clearly going to take more next year, as those who were there know. As in previous years, it appears we will again have to wait for ‘next year.’ On another note, we are almost to convention time and the State Fire School is around the corner. Please attend both or encourage members from your department to go, as these are great opportunities to train and network with firefighters. Hope to see you at both! Take care and stay safe.
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NEAR-MISS REPORT By Greg Lindsay
Do You Feel the Heat? Frequently when speaking to people that are not familiar with the fire service, I am asked about how hot it feels in a house that is on fire. Though I do my best to describe some of the details, I end up saying something like, “We have the equipment that gives us the best chance for survival and success in putting the fire out.” The part I do not say is that sometimes our gear works so well it is hard to determine how hot the environment actually feels. Fire department personnel are well trained and skilled in what we do, and we watch out for each other during incidents. I know our officers have a good idea of each firefighters training level, and they account for that in making assignments. We tell our newest employees that we intend to observe and scrutinize everything they do. This is part of our evaluation process. We do not want any unsatisfactory practices to become routine. This begins on the first day of training. In searching the www.Firefighternearmiss.com database, the following report was found to identify a problem encountered during a recruit training academy.
OKC Fire Department
LESSONS LEARNED The crazing occurred due to the following: 1. A lack of understanding of the limitations of structural firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) 2. A live fire training policy that does not properly address the maximum fuel loads that can be used during training burns or the need for proper room cooling during concurrent burns, 3. A lack of oversight needed to ensure that the requirements specified in NFPA 1403 and state protocols are in place during the live fire training evolutions, and 4. The failure to ensure that temperature monitoring equipment was properly operating during the live fire training evolutions.
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Specific Recommendations 1. SCBA face piece lenses showing evidence of exposure to intense heat is an indication of thermal degradation and potential failure. In addition to complying with the Inspection, Repair and Removal from Service provisions of NFPA 1852, Selection Care and Maintenance of Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, fire departments, fire academies, and emergency service organizations should ensure that all SCBA face piece lenses are inspected before and after each use. Any SCBA face piece lens found to have cracks, crazing, bubbling, deformation, discoloring, gaps or holes should be immediately removed from service and a replacement issued. 2. In addition to complying with the provisions of NFPA 1404, Standard for Fire Service Respiratory Protection Training, fire departments, fire training academies and emergency service organizations should review their training programs to ensure that the following components are addressed in their curriculum: • The limitations of respiratory protection devices • Awareness that delayed recognition of intense thermal environments that can occur while wearing a firefighter protective ensemble • How to respond to problems encountered when using SCBA in high temperature environments 3. When evaluating fire conditions and determining fire attack tactics and strategies incident commanders, company officers, and firefighters should take into account the thermal performance limitations of SCBA face piece lenses, and the problem of delayed recognition of heat intensity due to the thermal insulation/protection provided by the PPE ensemble. 4. Fire departments, fire academies, and emergency service organizations that utilize SCBA should begin planning for the upgrade or replacement of current SCBA face piece lenses with products compliant with the upcoming 2013 edition of NFPA 1981.
Someone has traded out damaged face piece lenses without notifying the training academy or host departments. There was no record of the possible modification to the equipment, and no record of the employee being in that type of environment. Is this what you expect when your employees train off site? What about employees that attend HandsOn-Training conferences?
List any other information that was important for situational awareness. What were key indicators and factors to consider? 1. The live fire training sessions conducted had no formal safety briefing for recruits, and in several instances, a safety walkthrough was not conducted. 2. Interviews with academy staff, instructors, and recruits clearly indicated that a lack of cooling time
Training Academy Experiences Numerous SCBA Face Pieces Crazing Published: 1/25/2017 firefighternearmiss.com/Reports?id=8598
EVENT NARRATIVE Multiple agencies had sent recruits to the 12week academy, along with two self-pay firefighters. Instruction received at the academy consisted of both classroom and practical skills training. The academy learned that a recruit had suffered crazing damage to a face piece during live fire training. The live fire training was delivered as part of a recruit class. A department who sent firefighters through the academy learned that a total of four of their SCBA face pieces had suffered crazing damage during live fire training; three additional damaged face pieces were replaced without notification to the academy and department leadership. Early in the investigation, it was discovered that 13 face pieces from five different agencies suffered crazing damage during live fire training evolutions. Fortunately, none of the crazed face pieces resulted in injuries to recruit firefighters.
existed between live fire training evolutions. 3. There appears to be an extreme lack of understanding of PPE limitations by both academy staff and contract instructors. Discussions with both contract instructors and academy staff indicated that they had no understanding as to what causes face piece lens degradation. 4. A lack of documented instructor training for instructors providing live fire training (particularly related to NFPA 1403). 5. Contract instructors had the latitude to provide instruction on fire control techniques that were never approved by participating fire agencies or academy leadership. 6. Contract employees were not properly supervised during the live fire training sessions. 7. Temperature monitoring equipment was not properly operating during the live fire training sessions, and recruit firefighters were never trained on the emergency alarm that is responsible for notifying firefighters training in the burn rooms of unsafe temperatures. There are a number of indicators from this report to allow us to infer what may have occurred. Looking at the key indicators for situational awareness section provides a list of topics for a group discussion at the station. • Discuss why it is necessary to conduct a safety briefing prior to a training event. • What is an adequate cooling time after each training burn? • Do you know the limitations for your PPE? What is the lowest limit on the weakest link? • What are they talking about when they mention NFPA 1403, and how does it apply to instructor training? • Finally, who should be responsible for replacing damaged equipment? Firefighter’s protective clothing works very well. Without monitoring equipment, the temperature can rise unnoticed until it reaches the protective level of a face piece. Extremely high temperatures are not required to demonstrate fire behavior or extinguishment techniques. When a training class encounters a near miss involving personal safety, our goal is to investigate and address the issues. Every element that is included in a training model has to be checked to validate its relevance. Extra care and consideration are necessary when using high heat situations to teach any lesson. Eventually, the recruits will need to know what to do during an emergency incident, but the training ground is where those competencies are built. In the end, we have to find the balance between realistic presentation and a safe learning environment. Do you have a story to tell about a live burn training session where a lesson was learned or reinforced? Live fire training is becoming more prevalent with the decline in actual fire events across the country. Your experience could make the difference in helping another firefighter avoid an unsatisfactory outcome. Send your report to www.firefighternearmiss. com today.
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Question & Answers Oklahoma Firefighter asked last issue’s readers this question: ““What’s the best gift you’ve ever given someone?” Here is what they said: w Ron Middleswart, Broken Arrow: The encouragement to follow their dreams and the guidance to get there. They are now a firefighter, as well. w T. Dick Cagle, Tulsa Retired: The best gifts given and recieved are the gifts of support, help and -- above all -- love. w Richard Walts, Ft. Sill Retired: Life to a little baby whose parents were killed in a vehicle accident. The baby was not breathing when I arrived on scene. I was on my hometown ambulance service “ride along” at the age of 16. w S.R. Hunter, Bethany: The gift of trust and respect. Of all the possessions that may be acquired, the most important is the attainment of trust and respect by family, friends, co-workers and the people we serve. I hope the trust and respect that I have given to those individuals during my life is as great a gift to them as the gift of trust and respect that has been bestowed on me. w Bert Norton, Midwest City: We gave our son his lifetime hunting and fishing license. w Tom Smith, Dewey Retired: The gift of life. I donated blood to a cancer patient. w Juan Rodriguez, Lawton Retired: Security. w Mike Womack, Midwest City Retired: My Patience. w Mike “Rookie” Billingsley, Nichols Hils Retired: Forgiveness. w Amy Hall, OSFA: I took all three of my children on a cruise and we had the best time. I will forever remember this because it was our first real vacation together as a family. w Darrin Johns, Ponca City: The best gift I ever gave was my dashing good looks and physique to Andre Stoll. w Clifford Lewis, Oklahoma City Retired: I can’t think of the best gift I have given, but I know the best gift given to me … Jesus Christ.
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ISO Coordinator
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Oklahoma City FD Gets Public Protection Class 1 / 4 ! It is a pleasure for me to write this article about Oklahoma City Fire Department and their ISO review. I knew OKC provided excellent fire protection, but now it’s been quantified using national standards (APCO, AWWA, NFPA and others). This was a long journey and a monumental task in gathering the information that ISO needed to grade OKC. My hat is off to the many members of the OKCFD that worked on this project and to ISO field rep Ken Stoops for keeping this mountain of data straight and submitted for review. So how did the Oklahoma City FD get here? There are many factors and I will touch on the high points. 1. Training: The very many hours spent on training. Training counts for about 10% of the fire departments portion of the score. This is a true testament to the commitment by the members of the OKCFD to be the best that they can be. Oklahoma City has adopted a very in depth training program that includes training with mutual aid partners. They have also adopted a new training tracking program that captures the many hours spent. Another aspect of training that OKCFD scored well in is recruit training. Recruit training is now 16 weeks. Fire Fighters are trained to Fire Fighter 1 & 2, Hazmat Operations and required NIMS upon graduation and then for the next year have a heavy training schedule while at the stations. 2. Community Risk Reduction: Under the current schedule ISO recognizes the importance of Fire Prevention, Code Enforcement and Arson Investigation. OKC has a very aggressive community risk reduction program. This aggressive approach to reducing risk and educating the public has paid off in ways that may never be quantified in lives saved, but they sure got credit for it with ISO in this grading. 3. New Station: This helped many homeowners in insurance rates that were over 5 road miles from the nearest station. It also helped in response times. 4. Communication: Oklahoma City has a state-of the-art PSAP (Public-Safety Answering Point). Technology has kept pace with emergency service needs. Oklahoma City has kept pace with the technological advances in the hardware and software to provide the citizens of OKC the best service available. From tracking receipt of call, to alarm notification, to enroute, and on scene time played a big role in OKC’s success. 5. Water: One item that played a huge role was the public works department, specifically the water department. ISO evaluates a community’s water system in regards to fire protection. There were many hours put in on this project by Racheal Pierce and her team to gather the available flows and location of all hydrants throughout the large metropolitan area. OKC has had the foresight to build the infrastructure that can support a city of this size with large fire flows. 6. Mutual Aid: The improvement in hauled water can be attributed to a large degree, to mutual aid. Many of Oklahoma City’s neighboring department’s improvements in affective Tanker Shuttle and their willingness to assist Oklahoma City on nonhydranted fires played a role in effective, sustained attack in the outlying areas. Under Chief Bryant’s leadership, he has assembled a group a professionals from Deputy Chiefs, Battalion Chiefs, Officers and Fire Fighters that strive to provide the best service available. It was a proud moment when I had the honor of recognizing the City Of Oklahoma City in their momentous accomplishment at a city council meeting.
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OSFA staff report Amy Hall
Administrative Assistant amyh@osfa.info
Well, this has been a pretty busy year so far.
We sent out the 2017 OSFA Membership Billing back in October 2016. The Membership Dues were due by January 15, 2017. This year we have picked up several departments that have not been members before -- and many that had not been members in years.
The ORFA Membership is the highest it has been in 10 years. I will be sending out the 2017/2018 ORFA Renewal Billing next month. We just finished the 95th annual OFCA Conference held March 29-31 in Tulsa, and we had a great turnout. Next up, we will be back in Tulsa for the 2017 OSFA State Fire School May 4-7. Then, of course, we cannot forget about the 36th annual ORFA Convention June 6, the 85th annual OSF Women’s Auxiliary Convention June 7-10 and the 123rd annual OSFA Convention June 7-10 -- all in Dewey, OK. I absolutely love to participate in all the events that OSFA helps put on. There is nothing more satisfying than to help give back to those who give so graciously to so many -- that they do not even know -- and without a thought or concern to do so. If you haven’t heard me say it before, I absolutely love my job and those I have the pleasure of meeting and getting to Amy with fellow OSFA staffers Riley Blackwell and know. Trisha Chain at the 2017 OFCA Golf Tournament
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OSFA WOMEN’S AUXILIARY NEWS Susan Walker
So many things happening in May! End of school activities, spring athletics, Memorial Day, and final preparations for CONVENTION! The Oklahoma State Firefighters Association, Oklahoma State Firefighter Women’s Auxiliary and Oklahoma Retired Firefighters Association conventions kick off the first week of June. Now is the time to step up preparations! Most of this month’s article is a repeat, but the information is important for those who are attending the Women’s Convention. You do not have to be a member of a local auxiliary to attend convention. But, I will be happy to send an information packet to anyone interested in establishing a new auxiliary. We urge all women to attend the convention even if your firefighter is not able to come. Everyone has been working to prepare a great time for us. Convention registration will be held Wednesday (June 7) from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Bartlesville Days Inn. It will continue Thursday (June 8) from 8 to 9:45 a.m. at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey. We will have a short meeting Thursday after the Memorial Service and get out in time for the Poker Run and MDA picnic. Friday (June 9) is red, white, and blue day, so don’t forget to wear something patriotic -- or a fine MIGHT be involved! The Ladies’ Luncheon will be Friday and is always fun. We will finish in time to explore, shop, and/or get ready for the banquet. So, here are things you can be doing to get ready:
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• Every person attending our meetings should bring 3 gifts for door prizes. We always have fun at door prize time! • Each year, the Women’s Auxiliary has a silent auction before the Friday night banquet. The silent auction helps to provide funds for several efforts we support. We contribute to scholarships, the burn apartment in Oklahoma City, and the Oklahoma Firefighters Memorial among other things. If you have new items or gift certificates you would like to donate, we would welcome them. You can turn them in to one of the board members at registration. • Reminder about the Woman of the Year award. Please use this opportunity to honor one of your women that has worked hard for you. Deadline is May 15. • Your local auxiliary’s annual report is due May 1. You can still get a jump start on convention by sending in your individual and unit dues to Erica Koch now. Dues are $10 per individual and $10 per local auxiliary. Please remember when submitting your auxiliary dues to include a list of names, addresses and e-mail addresses of all members and the names of your officers. Finally, at convention time we elect the new Junior Board Member to the Oklahoma State Firefighters Women’s Auxiliary Board. It is an honor to serve on this board and to help our firefighters at the state level. Please bring a nomination to convention - we are looking for fresh faces! We hope to see you at convention! It is such a great time to meet other ladies who understand the joys and trials of being a firefighter family. And, you will make friends that will last a lifetime.
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Darrin D. Johns
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Safety & Health Committee
Teddy.Wilson@okc.gov@okc.gov
Coulda - Shoulda - Woulda Have you ever heard someone make the above expressions? I have heard these terms and used them for over 40 years. I have been telling folks, almost as long, not to get caught up in the trap of chasing your tail with regrets. These words usually surface after we have either second guessed the way we have handled a situation or have made a bad decision. They are mostly used after the death of someone we dearly love. Living with regrets is a miserable existence! So, why do so many live that way? I deal with folks who usually want more time with their loved ones. Want to take back a spoken word out of anger or remorse. Wish they could go back in time and relive a detrimental time in their life, as it has spun out of control. To fix a relationship lost because of selfish choices or desires. So many things they wish they “coulda, shoulda, woulda” changed. I have had relatives blame God for their lives they are living. Never mind the fact they have been to prison for drugs, five kids between three mothers, unable to have enough money to live on. Oh, and by the way, can’t seem to hold a job! Or, the firefighter that has to split his pension into 2 or 3 parts, along with half of Plan B and/or his retirement account. To post prayer requests and find up-to-date information on the Oklahoma Fire Chaplains, go to www.okfirechaplains.org. Membership is open to all who are involved with the fire service chaplaincy. Some of our members are full-time career chaplains; the majority are volunteers. Others are firefighters or paramedics who have religious training, denominational officials, laypersons, or seminary students. Membership Qualifications: • Members are appointed to the chaplaincy by a fire service agency. • Members are endorsed by their religious body for the ministry as a chaplain. • Members currently serving as a fire department chaplain.
Learning to live with regrets is difficult but achievable! Many of you know this and walk with success every day. Keep up the good work and continue to do well. The Apostle Paul said that he was content in everything. Jail, mending nets, tent making, mocked relationships - in all of these he was satisfied. And that was when he was living in the good times of his life- in God’s will. This persecutor of the Saints had a life-changing experience with God that transformed him completely. His roots of bitterness were, indeed, ripped out and the great character of God’s Missionary showed up! His courageous personality that had been choked out by his regrets and corrupt decision-making flourished into the man we read about today. Our roots have to change in order to change our fruits. It is by our fruits that we are known. What’s on your fruit stand? Do your children respect you? Does your spouse love you like he/she did on your wedding day? Are you bitter because of your pension situation? Are you so surly, that no one wants to be around you? Don’t like it? Change it or better, change you! The common denominator of your unhappiness is YOU. It has taken you this long to get where you are today. Why don’t you let the Lord make the changes that need to take place in your life? Let the Lord into your cold heart and let His Life permeate your entire existence and see what happens. Romans 12: 1-2 says, “With eyes wide open to the mercies of God, I beg you, my brothers, as an act of intelligent worship, to give him your bodies, as a living sacrifice, consecrated to him and acceptable by him. “Don’t let the world around you squeeze you into its own mold, but let God re-mold your minds from within, so that you may prove in practice that the plan of God for you is good, meets all his demands and moves towards the goal of true maturity.” (J.B. Phillips NT) Living with regrets is imperative to a life of peace and happiness. Better yet, live your life without regrets. Ralph Waldo Emerson penned,“ What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” Get on with a good life today.
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The OSFA Convention is coming soon, and I got to thinking about why we have a convention and -- more to the point -- why do I attend. In full honesty, I missed several conventions through the years mainly because I thought I was too busy or had any number of excuses. But several years ago, I started to attend again. And what I found was how uninformed I was. I had forgotten how much information that was being shared that directly affected my career. I forgot how much goes on with our organization that is looking out for your best interest as a firefighter in Oklahoma. I also noticed how many fire departments don’t send delegates. These reasons can be many from hard to fill manpower to financial, I understand. But if we are going to be a strong organization, we need to be an informed organization. A large part of that information comes from the convention as votes are taken and groups are organized that will impact your career in the fire service. I would like to ask that if you are a member of a fire department -- big or small, career or volunteer -- try to have at least one delegate from your department attend and take this information back to your departments and share this information with them. It will only make us more informed as an organization. One of the things realized I missed, also, was networking with my brothers and sisters of the fire service. The convention provides a unique opportunity to talk with like-minded people and share challenges that we are facing in the fire service. This is one of the rare events that we can get this many of our people together to bounce ideas off of. Lastly with the political climate on the national level and state level, this is the time we must be unified and informed. It’s just our future as an organization we are talking about here. The future is always uncertain, but if we can stay informed, we can maybe impact our futures for the better. Hope to see you all at the OSFA Convention.
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36th ORFA CONVENTION June 6 • Washington County Fairgrounds • Dewey
The Oklahoma Retired Firefighters Association Convention is FREE and will start at 1 p.m. Registration opens at 10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon.
In an effort to expedite the registration process, please send this pre-registration form to the OSFA office no later than May 22. Online registration forms are also available at www.osfa.info.
And be sure to bring a great door prize! That way, the information shared at convention won’t be the only great thing to take with you!
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Live Long & Prosper Steve Day
Woodward FD
Safety & Health Committee Think About It. When you joined the Fire Department, you probably thought you would respond to the normal type incidents. Those incidents, to name a few, would be structure fires, automobile fires, grass fires, medical calls and etc. If you’ve been on your Fire Department for any amount of time, you’ve probably seen all of the above mentioned incidents. As all of you know when responding to that so-called normal incident, we have to be prepared for the unexpected which can change that incident to an event which we will never forget. You have to be prepared for the worst case scenario. Where that structure fire turns to the unexpected worst case scenario, involving multiple structures with numerous occupants involved. Where that auto accident involves a difficult extrication in far from perfect weather conditions. Where that grass fire turns into a raging wildfire that consumes everything in its path. Where that medical call goes from the patient complaining of not feeling well to not breathing and no pulse. When you stop and think about it, none of the above mentioned calls are “socalled normal calls.” All calls have the potential to escalate and become anything but routine. We should always prepare ourselves to be as ready as possible for any scenario. With that in mind, let’s go back to March 6, 2017. With numerous wildfires happening around Oklahoma, many fire departments were busy fighting these fires and helping the communities around them. Oklahoma Forestry was pre-positioning resources around the state in anticipation of the wildfire outbreaks. Television, radio and newspaper outlets were reporting on the fires that were ongoing and the high fire danger that was present. Fire departments were preparing for the possibilities of further wildfire outbreaks. With all the preparation in place for the possibility of wildfires in Oklahoma, who could have ever imagined that on March 6, 2017, that no less than four (4) large wildfires would break out in three (3) Northwest and Panhandle counties within several hours? These same counties that the fires broke out in are some of the many counties that send Wildland Task Force Groups to help their neighbors. Calls went out to those Wildland Task Forces that were close to come and help. Calls went out to the Forestry and to the Resource Hotline for additional resources. Oklahoma Forestry Crews positioned in Woodward were on the Selman Fire immediately with other crews on their way to assist with the fires that were in Beaver, Harper and Woodward Counties. With the sheer number and severity of the wildfires, resources were spread thin in the early stages of the fires. With numerous additional resources on the way to provide assistance, those Firefighters on their respective fires put everything they had into protecting the lives and property of the people they serve. There were so many acts of heroism and bravery during these fires that so many will never hear about. We can’t talk about the actions of the Firefighters without talking about the assistance that we received in fighting these fires, from County, State, Local Businesses, Churches, Civic Groups and individuals that provided all kinds of services and supplies during and after the fires. The assistance that these communities received during and while recovering from these fires didn’t stop at State Lines, but have come across the Nation to help and assist those affected. When you stop and think about it, there are no normal incidents. They all have the potential to escalate to become anything but normal proportions. But the one thing you can count on when tragedy strikes is help. The normal is that people from the communities, from other States and across the Nation come together and help those in need. That’s what it’s all about. People helping people. Think about it.
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CounCil on FireFighter training COFT -- A Change in Seasons: The End & The Beginning
Jon: Ted’s Story
CoFt around our State Mcalester Fire Department
By Christopher Neal COFT - Executive Programs Manager
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Change is never easy. Over the past year, so many of you have worked diligently with the staff and leadership of COFT to save the programs and relationships that we have all come to appreciate and depend on. It’s not only been a labor of love for us all, it’s been an emotional challenge, as well. As I’ve mentioned to many of you, the loss of Jon was a key turning point -- and with it, both the angels and the opportunists quickly showed up. As for the former, much is owed to many of you, and in particular to the COFT Board for standing true to their commitment to walk us through this season of challenge and change. And also to the Board and staff of OSFA who provided not ond day of the Fire Chiefs Winter Workonly office space and administrative supproven individualstart and collective track re-miss it! Contact Dr soon. Don’t I am astonished to think that Jon Hansen has been gone for a year now! port, but just as importantly moral support, cords of integrity,Erick expertise, and hard work shop. He presented me with a Certificate Reynolds for application assisI know him as “Jon Jon.” Chief Tom Smith introduced me to Jon when he apparticularly when we needed it the most. to make the right thing happen. of Commendation the Oklahoma pointed me as the OCFD Chaplain. Chief Smith assignedfrom Jon to introduce me to the tance. Both of those groups (in addition to so I am pleased with the Office of the State department and to take me around to the Union, Chief’s etc. County reminded Firefighters McAlInsurance Department, and one from many Pittsburg of you individually) me and Fire Marshal taking on these programs, So we walk into the Union President’s office and Charlie Stone is sitting behind again ester of whyFire I’m proud to be an Oklahoma have full confidence in them working Chief Bret Brewer after aand McAlour Governor, Mary Fallin. I am humbled the desk. I had gone to church with him before he was on the department! Jon was as firefighter. with you to take it all to the next level. I reester Classic Fire School planning meeting. surprised as Charlie and I were.and honored. Any and all success I have And I hope you appreciate (as I have so spectfully ask that you support them with Jon took me under his wing from point on.Service, He, personally, paidand for my first had that in the fire I credit point much) the “Jon Stories” shared by individthe same determination and devotion that uniform (head to toe) and got the Chief to purchase the badge that I wear today. He i re Se to you and many others who really deuals here each month. It reminds us of the you supported and Charlie got me trained in CISM. They saw that I was trained as a Fire Chaplain ma FCOFT. ho so, we willr all win, none more heart that led Jon, and with it the impact he In doing serve it! all Thank you all so much! Pictured through the Federation of Fire Chaplains, as a volunteer Chaplain. had (and still has) on us and through us (if so than that Oklahoma firefighter on the He led the Air Show board toisname me Hayward, as their Chaplain. Then when he was on Alicia COFT Customer Serwe follow his example) for the next genera- end of the hoseline, at the car accident, in the OFCA Board, I was made an Honorary Life Time Member and the OFCA’s Chapvice Rep, Commissioner John Doak, Me, tion of firefighters and their families. rescue, or other EMS calls each and every lain. I have had the privilege to serve departments across this State and the Country and OKCand Fire Deputy Chief Richard Kelhelping other departments with bad deals training. And as for the latter, the vultures? Well, day, no doubt even as you read this. Jon was driving me to many of those opportunities or was with me making many the lesson is they will always be there, and And eplease too take time to share your ley, Council Chairman. & r death notification of victims’ families. I remember him almost running over a TV y C perhaps our Lord’s advice to be “shrewd as appreciation legislators who stood t i t i with ze Safe camera because the photo journalist wouldn’t move it fast enough (after he had told a snake, but gentle as a dove” is apropos. with us throughn the tough times to make her three times to move it) from behind his car. She was trying to video our dive team As a firefighter, we don’t have any this all happen. recovering a boy from Lighting Creek. We were going to tell the family that we had problem with the “fight” part of “fight So, the time has come to make the recovered him. the good fight.” But over the last year, change, and with the perspective and faith Jon comforted me and my family when my adoptive daughter and sister-in-law I’ve seen so many involved in this “good that the best is yet to come, because it can were doused with gas and set ablaze three weeks before the Murrah Bombing. fight” do it with class and wisdom -- never (and it’s been an honor for me – thank Speaking of the Bombing, he was the PIO and face of the bombing, as far as many backing away from the truth, but doing so you). YOU make it happen, and we’ll all be were concerned. I was privileged to watch him work his magic on the media and with integrity, class, patience, and honesty better for it – safer and better at what YOU public, alike. (including about ourselves as well), and do for those you serve. A Chaplain made me aware of a 6-year old girl that quit talking to her family bealways with grace and quiet strength. So in and through it all, be safe, and cause her daddy was in the building. However, she would talk to Jon when he would It started and finished with each memmay God bless each of you, each in your appear on the TV. She would ask him to “find my daddy!” ber on the COFT board, but also so many family and on your department and their So, it was arranged for Jon to go to her apartment and meet her and give her a of you as well. Always taking the high families, and all of us in our service. bear. This was during the first week of the Bombing recovery. He agreed on one conroad and never quitting, and it’s been an dition -- that no media would be there! She ran into his inspiration for me. Thank you. arms as we came through the door. We sat together and she asked him to find her daddy. He promised her that And in the end the programs are still we would. He signed a ribbon that was around the neck standing, even as the organization closes of the bear and then we solemnly went back to work. its doors for good. And that’s been the foI used to slap him on the forehead for saying or docus and goal through it all – both the good ing things he shouldn’t have done. It was a tradition and bad – this past year. that lasted until after his first operation. I went into his So in that we succeeded, and in doing room and he leaned forward for me to keep the tradiso end COFT on that high note -- the protion, but I only kissed him on the forehead! grams still continue, the good people are Jon Jon, rest in peace. Your contributions to the fire still there including each firefighter that service are growing. Your gifts that you have given to we serve (and that’s our focus, although the world, in Cory and Jill, are both precious and hona little vulture hunting is tempting … I orable to the investments that you have made in them. know, take the high road), and the future Jon Hansen at the 2011 Volunteer Fire Caucus Your Chaplain and friend, Ted
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Each month over the past year, we have shared individual stories of how Jon Hansen impacted you. This month we share the final story in the series, and appropriately it is Teddy Wilson’s story. looks bright for it all. Ted Wilson has served as Chaplain with the Oklahoma City With the hopeful passage of HB 1833, Fire Department since 1989. He has over 40 years in ministry the State Fire Marshal will take over the and served as an enlisted soldier and a Chaplain for 36 years in legislative mandates behind the programs, the Army Reserves and National Guard, including deployment with a support structure that will best on Noble Eagle II and Operation Iraqi Freedom III. ensure the programs continue; that the He holds several degrees including Master of Divinity; is an Ted Wilson grassroots input, participation, and organiIntermediate Paramedic; holds advanced training in CISM and zational accountability continue (through is Coordinator of the OKC-FD CISM Team; and he trains in Applied Suicide Intervention the establishment of an advisory commitTraining (ASIT). tee to the Fire Marshal Commission similar Chaplain Wilson was heavily involved both on and off-site during and after the bombing to that of the COFT Training task Force); of the Alfred P. Murrah building, including actively involved in the building supporting and and with a revenue stream that will bring praying over workers, and victims and their families. Off scene, he assisted with victims and a level of stability for their office for all of rescue workers concerning family care, ministry and numerous formal memorial ceremonies their obligations to you, including those and funerals. His work continued in NYC in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of Septempreviously held by COFT. ber 11, 2001. Chief Doke and his staff have a long Chaplain Wilson continues to counsel and arrange specialized emotional care for firefighthistory of excellent service to our state and ers and their families, including the families, victims and survivors of the Murrah bombing our service, including to COFT during and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 in both, public and private ways. His work has been recognized by both the military (over 20 commendations) and civilian some difficult times and challenges for organizations, including by Governor Boren on behalf of the State of Oklahoma, and by his both of our organizations. And the Fire What an Honor! State Insurance ComThe issecond graduating peers class on2007 the as the Chaplain of the Year by the Federation of Fire Chaplains Marshal Commission equally composed missioner John --Doak attended the secTed is married to Janice, and they have three children Teddy Lee, Jeanna and Tressa. OKEFO program. The third class will of some of our state’s key leaders who have
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Mike Duncan is Perfect Example of his OSFA Convention Theme
16May 2017Oklahoma Firefighter
By Penelope Soldan, Oklahoma Firefighter Editor “Loyal to Our Duty” is the theme for the 123rd Convention of the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association. And that just so happens to describes Mike Duncan, OSFA President, Dewey Fire Department Captain and host of this year’s Convention, perfectly. When he welcomes everyone to the 2017 event on June 7-10 at Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey, it will be the 22nd consecutive OSFA Convention for Mike. That isn’t a record -- Cushing Fire Chief Alvin Gelbhar attended 54 consecutive OSFA Conventions from 1908 to 1962. But Mike has been a loyal volunteer fire- Mike Duncan fighter for 42 years -- quite a feat in itself. OSFA President and
Dewey Firefighter
Dream as a Teen
Mike knew he wanted to be a firefighter when he was at Bartlesville High School. And in 1975, he began his dream job. Mike started out with the Tri-County Emergency Fire Service and then went to the Washington County Fire Department -- eventually serving as chief at both places. He also spent 38 years on the Reda Pump Co. (now Schlumberger) Emergency Response Team and was Plat Fire Chief there for 30 of those years. And in 1995, Mike joined the Dewey Fire Department. That’s when his involvement in the OSFA began.
OSFA Officer Soon after becoming an OSFA member, Mike signed up for the
association’s Safety & Health Committee. This year marks his 22nd year of serving on that committee, which acts as a clearinghouse of information about firefighter safety and health and provides resources and suggestions to the OSFA on how to improve conditions for Oklahoma firefighters. But Mike wanted to be even more involved. So at the 119th OSFA Convention in Tulsa, he ran for -- and was elected -- to the OSFA Executive Board as 3rd Vice President. In his first OSFA Board Member article for the Oklahoma Firefighter newspaper, he closed with the words “Stay Loyal to Our Duty.” So five years ago, Mike was already thinking about the OSFA Convention he would be hosting. But he gives credit to a fellow firefighter for coming up with the convention theme.
Convention Thoughts Hopes for 2017 Convention: “I hope that everything goes well, that everyone has a good time and that they make it back home safely.” Your funniest OSFA Convention memory: “Being on the winning team for the bucket brigade at the Biltmore in Oklahoma City -- that was one of my first conventions.” Your most memorable OSFA Convention so far: “They all have different memories, and I have enjoyed all of them. “And it’s much better going to convention as an attendee than it is having to put it together. We are doing good with it, but it is a lot of work.”
123rd Annual OSFA CONVENTION June 7-10 at Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey
DUES: Membership in the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association will be forfeited if dues are not paid by May 11. CREDENTIALS: Delegate registration must be on the credentials form with proper signature. Pre-registration may be mailed at any time, but all credentials are due in the OSFA office no later than May 31. REGISTRATION: Registration cost for delegates and members is $60. Registration cost for spouses and guests is $50. The OSFA encourages all members to attend convention, whether as a delegate or as an interested member. Everyone should pre-register, including spouses and guests. This allows the OSFA office to have your name tag pretyped so the registration lines can move more quickly. You do not need to pre-pay to pre-register. You can also call the OSFA office to register members and guests. ACCOMMODATIONS: Days Inn & Suites in Bartlesville is the host hotel. It is located at 1410 A SE Washington Blvd., Bartlesville, OK 74006. The hotel’s phone number is 918-331-9151. Rooms are $50 per night. (Check-in time is 3 p.m.,
Check-out time is Noon). Book by May 15 to receive the special rate (mention Oklahoma State Firefighters Association to receive the correct rate). MEETINGS: Daily meetings will be held at Washington County Fairgrounds, 1109 N Delaware, Dewey, OK 74029. ACTIVITIES: Golf Tournament is Wednesday, June 7, at Adams Golf Course, 5801 Tuxedo Blvd, Bartlesville. Cost is $75 per person or $300 per team. Tee times at 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Bass Tournament is Wednesday, June 7, at Grand Lake. Sporting Clays Tournament is Thursday, June 8, site TBA. Poker Run is Thursday, June 8,. MDA PICNIC: The Muscular Dystrophy Association will host the picnic on Thursday, June 8, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m at Washington County Fairgrounds. This is MDA’s way of showing appreciation to firefighters around the state for all they do for MDA. MEMORIAL SERVICE: To honor those members who have passed since our last convention, a Memorial Service will be held Thursday, June 8, at 10 a.m. at Washington County Fairgrounds.
If a family member is unable to attend, the OSFA asks that someone from their area pick up the certificate and deliver it to the department or family. DOOR PRIZES: Each department is asked to bring three door prizes. Please indicate who the door prizes are from and turn them in at the registration table. Grand door prizes will be given away at the banquet, and you must be present to win. BANQUET/DANCE: Scheduled for Friday, June 9, at Washington County Fairgrounds. BUSINESS MEETING: Reports from the State Fire Marshal, the Firefighters Pension and Retirement System and the OSFA Committees will be presented. Written reports also will be made available from some of the different organizations in the fire service. You will select the OSFA Third Vice President, who will represent you and serve on the State Pension Board for the next five years. There will be detailed discussions and voting on legislative and constitutional resolutions that will affect the fire service over the next few years. Questions? Call OSFA at 405-424-1452 or 1-800308-5336.
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OSFA Conventions Through the Years 10 YEARS AGO (2007) On April 19, 2006, OSFA Executive Board member John F. Futhey II died unexpectedly at age 48. He would have served as OSFA President at this convention. Tom Smith, 2002 OSFA President and Dewey Volunteer, came back to the Executive Board to conduct the convention that Hunter Fire Chief Futhey was in line to host. Just as Futhey had planned, the convention was held in Enid. And in memory of Big John, the theme was “Another For A Brother.” This year also marked the presidential term for Pam Smith, Tom’s wife, in the OSFA Women’s Auxiliary. “I was going to call you President Smith, but that was really tough,” Pam Smith said in her address to the OSFA Convention delegation. Other items of interest: • OSFA played a part in getting $1 million for OSU-FST and $400 for career techs as reimbursement for fire service training. So did Senator Kenneth Corn, who addressed the delegation. 2007 OSFA President • Jim Minx, who stepped down as OSFA Executive Director in 2005 but stayed on as OSFA Legislative Consultant, John F. Futhey II announced that the past legislative session was his last a lobbyist. For his efforts, Minx was awarded the honorary white helmet at the banquet. He turned it over to his true chief, wife Ellie. • Jerry Bower, retired Shawnee Fire Chief, received the second David Bain Award handed out. Bower has twice been honored for heroism in fire fighting, and he mentors young people interested in a career in the fire service.
25 YEARS AGO (1992) Last convention, OSFA’s Centennial/Memorial Committee reported on a few ideas for a Firefighter Memorial. And the committee accomplished quite a bit in a year’s time. Not only was a nationwide search launched for Memorial designs, but a sub-committee was formed to look at all the ideas coming in from artists across the United States. “We are really proud of starting the Memorial,” said Midwest City’s Steve McManus, who is chairman of the Centennial/ Memorial Committee. “We got 25 to 30 suggestions and ideas from different artists from across the United States. Some of the proposals were sent in as total sight plans, and some were just ideas that people had. “We have it down to three ideas at this time. If you have been to the museum lately, you have seen some of them. There are some really nice ideas.” The next step is to have the three finalists come in and give a presentation and cost factors. So far, funding for the Memorial project has been through donations. And to recognize those who made a donation -no matter the amount -- there was a page in the Oklahoma Firefighter newspaper dedicated to those giving individuals. 1992 OSFA President Other items of interest: Robert Adrian • Joe LeFlore of Tulsa won the men’s door prize money and donated all of it to the Firefighter’s Clown Society. He, along with the entire Tulsa delegation, agreed that if any of them won money, that’s the cause they would give it to. • Heavy rain stopped the water fights for a spell. But those playing horse shoes elected to play through the soaking. • John Ketcher, Deputy Chief of the Cherokee Nation, welcomed the OSFA Convention goers to the heart of the Cherokee Nation. The Cherokee Fire Walkers presented the colors to open the event. And following the reading of names for the memorial Service, the Cherokee Princess performed “The Lord’s Prayer” in sign language.
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VOTE FOR ERIC HARLOW OSFA 3rd VICE PRESIDENT
As a member of one of the three founding departments of the FA, I understand the strong history of our organization and its ever-important mission of guarding our pension benefits.
also recognize the need to ensure that our association fights for ALL of our members -- both volunteer and career. elected, I will strive to ensure that the fraternal spirit of the Oklahoma Fire Service is maintained and work to enhance our relationship between volunteer and career firefighters of our great state. I would greatly appreciate your vote!
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Red coats could be seen among the delegation at this year’s convention. But the explanation for that came on Day 2. “This Board kinda jumped on me yesterday after the session closed,” President Bassil Tunnell said. “They said, ‘Here we go and buy red coats for a purpose and you don’t even tell the delegates why.’ “Last year at Lawton, we had some misunderstandings due to the fact that some delegates didn’t know some Executive Board members. So we thought that it would be nice for the past presidents and the Executive Board to wear red blazers so we may be recognized in case a delegate has a question. “We figured it would give this convention a little color, and we have been complimented so much on this. And I can truthfully say that each individual paid $40 for his own coat.” 1967 OSFA President Past President Phillip Reese said it was $43.28 with tax. Bassil Tunnell Other items of interest: • Clem McSpadden, Oklahoma Senate President Pro-Tempore and renown rodeo announcer, gave the keynote address. He said he heard that “it was the happiest day of the people’s life in Oklahoma City when you decided for this great museum to be here.” • Representative Ray Trent was attending his first firemen’s association convention. “And that’s not a very good statement to make, because I am in my 18th year as a volunteer firefighter in Del City.” • Chief Fancy (OKC Chief Ben Dancy in disguise) took the stage with his flappers, including Miss Nozzel, Miss TankPumper and Miss Plug Catcher. Then Chief Dim Dewberry (alias Nim Newberry) introduced his contingent, including Mrs. Back Draft, Mrs. Rekindle and Mrs. Half Hitch.
75 YEARS AGO (1942) Although treasures are still being discovered inside the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum, the notebook containing details on the 48th Convention of the Oklahoma State Firemen’s Association has not yet been located. Last year, however, the very fist notebook of the association was uncovered. It is dated 1894 and contains the hand-written First Constitution and By-Laws of the Oklahoma Territorial Firemen’s Association. So there is hope of one day learning more about the 48th Convention. But as it stands now, the only fact that is fairly certain is that Ed C. Haley of Ada called the meeting to order. And he did so for the next two conventions, as well.
1942 OSFA President Ed C. Haley
100 YEARS AGO (1917) When President W.F. Davis of Pawhuska opened the 24th Annual Convention at City Hall, his gavel brought to order at least 200 delegates. Firefighters from all over Oklahoma had been pouring in by train, and others had come in automobiles. It was a fine body of men who responded to the call, and it was evident that they had come for a purpose. The early hours were occupied with the inspection of new fire fighting devices and in renewing acquaintances. Other items of interest: • Delegates attended a Memorial Service conducted by Rev. Byron Hester. The service was much appreciated by the members of the association and planted the seed for the Memorial Services which are now held in connection with the annual OSFA conventions. • An afternoon was devoted to the demonstration of Fire Apparatus and Equipment, Fire Prevention and Fire Protection Appliances by representatives of the various manufacturers, and an exhibition drill in wall-scaling and life-saving work by an expert Pompier Ladder Crew from the Oklahoma City Fire Department. • Several hundred people participated in the Dutch Lunch. A Stout Man from Sugg Theater was on hand and demonstrated that his muscles were firm by allowing a Studebaker car laden with 10 full grown men to pass over his hips.
1917 OSFA President W.F. Davis
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13th Annual OSFA Convention Poker Run
123rd Annual OSFA Convention Golf Tourney
Wednesday, June 7 at Adams Golf Club
5801 Tuxedo Blvd, Bartlesville, OK 74006
Entry Fee: $75 Per Player, $300 Per Team Four Man Scramble • Shotgun Start • 7:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. Tee Times
Cost includes Green Fees, Cart and Refreshments Lunch will be served at the Golf Course
For more information, call Don McCorkle at 918-440-8545
PLEASE Bring Door Prizes!
Thursday, June 8 Begins at 12:30 p.m. at Day’s Inn
Entry Fee: $30 Per Person (includes T-shirt) Riders will visit establishments in and around the Dewey area Open to All Modes of Transportation • Prizes for 1st, 2nd and Worst Hands
For more information, call Dale Little at 918-440-4510
Golf Hole Sponsor Name/Company__________________ $100 per hole
(Ends at MDA Picnic at Washington County Fairgrounds)
Name______________________________________________________________________________ Department_____________________________________________________________Shirt Size_____
Team Captain____________________________________________________ Phone______________
Address____________________________________________________________________________
Department_____________________________ Email________________________________________ Tee Time Preference (First Paid Get Preference)
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Phone_______________ Work Phone_______________Email_________________________________
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Entry fee enclosed____________________________
Player 1________________________________Email________________________________________
Make checks payable to: OSFA 2017 Poker Run
Player 2________________________________Email________________________________________
Entries must be postmarked no later than May 26, 2017.
Player 3________________________________Email________________________________________
Mail to: OSFA Poker Run 2716 NE 50th OKC, OK 73111
Player 4________________________________Email________________________________________
Entry fee enclosed____________________________ Make checks payable to: OSFA 2017 Golf Tourney
Mail to: OSFA Golf Tourney 2716 NE 50th OKC, OK 73111
22nd Annual OSFA Convention Bass Tourney
Wednesday, June 7 at Bernice Point Resort, Grand Lake
Entries must be postmarked no later than May 26, 2017
2017 OSFA Convention Sporting Clays Tourney
Begins at 5 a.m. (weigh in at 3 p.m.)
Entry Fee: $100 Per Boat (2 participants - 1 must be a Firefighter) Includes Big Bass Contest & Lunch at Weigh-In Also includes T-shirt with Paid Entry Postmarked by June 1, 2017
For more information, call Dale Little at 918-440-4510
Thursday, June 8 Begins at 1:30 p.m. at Location TBA
Entry Fee: $60 Per Person • Cost includes Ammo, T-Shirt and Lunch Lunch Provided
Name 1_____________________________________________________________________________
For more information, call Dale Little at 918-440-4510
Phone____________________ Work Phone____________________Shirt Size____________________
Name______________________________________________________________________________ Department_________________________________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________________________________ Phone____________ Work Phone______________Email____________________________________ Entry fee enclosed____________________________ Make checks payable to: OSFA 2017 Sporting Clays
Entries must be postmarked no later than May 19, 2017.
Mail to: OSFA Sporting Clays 2716 NE 50th OKC, OK 73111
Limit: 4 bass - 14” minimum Payout: Out of 100% fees collected -- 1st Place - 40% • 2nd Place - 30% • 3rd Place - 20% • Big Bass - 10% Cash and Prizes to be given by our sponsors after weigh in For complete 2017 OSFA Convention Bass Fishing Rules, go to www.osfa.info
Department_______________________________________Email_______________________________ Name 2_____________________________________________________________________________ Phone____________________ Work Phone____________________Shirt Size____________________ Department_______________________________________Email_______________________________
Entry fee enclosed____________________________ Make checks payable to: OSFA 2015 Convention Bass Tourney
Entries must be postmarked no later than June 1, 2017.
Mail to: OSFA Bass Tourney 2716 NE 50th OKC, OK 73111
OSFA Heroism Award Presented to Ponca City’s Cheyenne Brown
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OSFA sent the following letter to Ponca City teen Cheyenne Brown, who received the OSFA Heroism Award at the Ponca City Board of Commissioners Meeting on March 27: Dear Ms. Brown: You have been commended for your actions in December 2016 and your name was submitted to the OSFA Executive Board. Upon review of the facts, the Executive Board voted unanimously to present you with the OSFA Heroism Award. The Oklahoma State Firefighters Association Heroism Award is bestowed upon persons who voluntarily risk their own life in saving or attempting to save the life of another person. On an evening in December of 2016, you noticed the flames, ran into your younger brother’s room, grabbed him off the bed that had already caught fire and then ran to get your father up by banging on his door. Your quick decision to save your brother and the rest of your family was heroic. After making sure your family was all safe and out the house, you and your family were left just watching the flames engulf your home. Due to your bravery and for initiating rescue efforts, you and your family were all able to wake up and spend Christmas together. You showed courageous bravery by putting your life on the line to save your family’s life on that fateful day. Concern for your fellow man transmitted itself into action and we feel your efforts deserve recognition. Your quick response in an emergency situation reveals that you are a young lady of brave and unselfish character. The Oklahoma State Firefighters Association’s 15,000 members salute you for risking your life to save the life of another human being. We are pleased to present you with the prestigious Heroism Award.
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Sincerely, Mike Duncan, President Oklahoma State Firefighters Association
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Hello Everyone! The busy time of the year is here. The grass is growing and Convention is around the corner. We are working on the museum -- restoring ladders, axes, pike poles and anything we can find. The diorama came out great. The #9 Station alarm system is working great. We have the mowers ready for the mowing season. We sure could use some volunteers to help around the Museum, though. Anyone with a little extra time on their hands is welcome to stop by and assist us. The expansion project is moving along. The proceeds from the Oklahoma Firefighter car tag sales help. So please support your Memorial/Museum by purchasing a firefighter tag today. Plus, the firefighter tags look better than the new ones from the state. Every little bit helps. The Softball World Series is coming the end of May. This is a great fundraiser for the Memorial/Museum. Please tell your friends to park with us. The cost is $15 per park this year. We look forward to seeing you at the 123rd OSFA Convention. Make your plans early. Mike Duncan and the boys from Dewey are working hard to make this a great convention. Have a great day!
Oliver Lauritz from Germany made the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum one of his vacation destinations last month. The Freiberg-Am Neckar firefighter also brought a few things to leave behind. Oliver donated a German Fire Helmet circa 1900, a 40-year service medal and two other vintage German medals to the museum. “It was such an honor to spend time with him,” said Gene Brown, Oklahoma Firefighters Museum Manager. “He was with his cousins -- Erich Love (Midwest City FD Retired) and Steve Holekamp (LT at Tinker FD). “The fire service runs deep in this family, and we were able to spend some time with them. What a great group of guys.”
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OSFA Convention Legislative Resolution 17-1 WHEREAS volunteer members of the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association met in Oklahoma City in February to discuss and determine the issues facing the volunteer fire service; and WHEREAS these issues were narrowed to the top three issues affecting volunteer firefighters in the State; and WHEREAS Incentives were determined to be the number one priority for the volunteers; and WHEREAS the OSFA represents Volunteer Firefighters from across Oklahoma, WHEREAS these Recruitment and Retention Incentives can range in scope from hunting and fishing licenses to better Volunteer Pensions. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the delegates at the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention show the overall support of the organization toward our volunteer members; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the OSFA introduce legislation to increase these potential Recruitment and Retention Incentives for volunteers in the State of Oklahoma.
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OSFA Convention Legislative Resolution 17-4
WHEREAS many Title 19 Fire Protection Districts are responsible for increasingly urban areas; and WHEREAS these urban areas have similar characteristics of municipalities; and WHEREAS the ability to regulate burning is a health and safety issue for the district; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the delegates at the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention support legislation to allow, through a vote of the people in the district, the ability of Title 19 Fire Protection Districts to regulate burning within their response areas including but not limited to issuing of burn permits. Respectfully submitted by:
Respectfully submitted by: By members present at the OSFA 16th Annual Volunteer Caucus
OSFA Convention Legislative Resolution 17-2 WHEREAS volunteer members of the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association met in Oklahoma City in February to discuss and determine the issues facing the volunteer fire service; and WHEREAS these issues were narrowed to the top three issues affecting volunteer firefighters in the State; and WHEREAS Training and Funding were determined to a top priority for the volunteers; and WHEREAS the OSFA represents Volunteer Firefighters from across Oklahoma, WHEREAS Training and Funding are imperative to the quality of fire departments, firefighter’s safety, and retention. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the delegates at the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention show the overall support of the organization toward our volunteer members; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the OSFA introduce legislation to increase funding for training and funding for operations of fire departments in the State of Oklahoma. Respectfully submitted by: By members present at the OSFA 16th Annual Volunteer Caucus
OSFA Convention Legislative Resolution 17-3 WHEREAS volunteer members of the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association met in Oklahoma City in February to discuss and determine the issues facing the volunteer fire service; and WHEREAS these issues were narrowed to the top three issues affecting volunteer firefighters in the State; and WHEREAS with the current drought conditions, and potential for massive wildfires are a tremendous concern for the all Oklahoma Firefighters, including volunteers; and WHEREAS the enforcement of Burn Bans are the main element that a local fire department has to prevent wildfires during extreme situations; and WHEREAS the OSFA represents Volunteer Firefighters from across Oklahoma, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the delegates at the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention show the overall support of the organization toward our volunteer members; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the OSFA supports local fire departments in their efforts to enforce local Burn Bans in their jurisdiction; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the OSFA will oppose legislation that seeks to undermine the local jurisdictions’ authority to enforce Burn Bans; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the OSFA seek legislation that will require the enforcement of Burn Bans by the local District Attorney and local law enforcement. Respectfully submitted by: By members present at the OSFA 16th Annual Volunteer Caucus
OSFA Convention Legislative Resolution 17-5 WHEREAS Fire Protection Districts were created under Title 19 of the Oklahoma State Statutes; and WHEREAS the original language of the statute was intentionally left vague at the time of the original bill; and WHEREAS this vague language has led to many issues in the administration of a Fire Protection District in the State of Oklahoma; and WHEREAS the number of Fire Protection Districts organized under Title 19 continues to increase; and WHEREAS the OSFA Legislative Committee formed a subcommittee to study this issue; and WHEREAS the OFCA Legislative Committee also realized concerns over the plight of the Title 19 Fire Protection Districts and were allowed to include an appointee on the OSFA Legislative Committee’s subcommittee; and WHEREAS the OSFA Legislative Committee’s Title 19 Subcommittee met and studied this issue for over a year; and WHEREAS the Title 19 Subcommittee identified four critical areas to be addressed in addressing the major issues facing their peers; and WHEREAS the Title 19 Subcommittee went to great effort to ensure that their ideas were beneficial to all and created no harm to any; and WHEREAS the Title 19 Subcommittee was made up of members of all areas of the fire service including, volunteer firefighters, union firefighters, and chiefs; and WHEREAS the Title 19 Subcommittee was very inclusive and invited interested parties to each of their meetings; and WHEREAS the Subcommittee identified four key areas of concern and being 1) Budget Year Timeline, 2) Fence lines, 2a) Expansion across County Lines, 2b) Rules governing annexation, 3) Rules of Operation, 3a) Dispatching (911) Fees, 3b) Paid Fire Chief vs. Volunteer Fire Chief (particularly during transition to paid department or combination department), and 4) Contracting for Providing Services Outside the District/County; and WHEREAS the Subcommittee has completed this portion of their work and presented their findings and recommendations to the OSFA Legislative Committee; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the OSFA Legislative Committee shall draft a bill addressing each of the areas of concern listed above for the enactment of Legislation under O.S. 19 §901 et sec, and see that such legislation is intelligently presented to the members of the State Legislature, and to have the same introduced and endeavor to have same passed and enacted into law. In addition, this committee shall initiate and develop firefighter legislative education on this topic to present upon request to the Title 19 Fire Protection Districts within the State of Oklahoma. Respectfully Submitted by: Legislative Committee, Nick Terhune, Chair Title 19 Sub-Committee, Mike Duncan, Chair
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OSFA Convention Constitutional Resolution 17-1
WHEREAS the Executive Board of the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association has realized that Emergency Medical Responses are becoming an increasingly higher percentage of calls within the Oklahoma Fire Service; and WHEREAS the issues and impacts of state and national EMS rules are becoming increasingly more complex; and WHEREAS funding for EMS within the fire service is becoming a bigger issue; and WHEREAS the OSFA is the largest representative organization for Fire Based Emergency Medical Response Agencies in Oklahoma; and WHEREAS the delegates at the 123rd Annual OSFA Convention recognize the need for OSFA to add Fire Based EMS to its core mission; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Article 7 of the Constitution be amended to read: ARTICLE 7 – COMMITTEES AND THEIR DUTIES Section 1. The Standing Committees of the Association shall be the Legislative Committee, and Educational Advisory Committee, and the EMS Committee and such other committees as may be found necessary by the Board. Section 2. The Legislative Committee: a) The Legislative Committee shall draft such bills for the enactment of Legislation as
ORFA Convention Constitutional Resolution 17-1 WHEREAS, the Oklahoma Retired Firefighters Association (ORFA) is a fraternal organization of retired firefighters from around the State of Oklahoma; and WHEREAS the ORFA is closely tied to the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association (OSFA) through both our desired outcomes and our Constitution; and WHEREAS the OSFA membership is open and accepting of all firefighters within the State of Oklahoma including those firefighters who are not eligible for membership to the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System (Pension System); and WHEREAS the Association offices in Oklahoma City receive numerous calls on an annual basis requesting membership in the ORFA from those individuals who currently are not eligible for membership due only to the fact that they are not members of the Pension System; and WHEREAS there are many common goals and purposes in which retired firefighters have common interests despite membership in the Pension System such as the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum, the Oklahoma Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial, firefighter legislation, and maintaining a fraternal spirit; and WHEREAS an Ad Hoc Committee of retired firefighter members appointed by the ORFA Executive Board met to determine the best means possible for inclusion of non-pensioned firefighters into our otherwise inclusive organization; and WHEREAS that Ad Hoc Committee has the following recommendations to the ORFA Constitution; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED to amend Article III, Sections 1 and 2 of the ORFA Constitution to read:
ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP Section 1. Eligibility for membership in the Association shall be automatic for any person retired firefighter or their surviving spouse. upon their
the Association may designate, see that such legislation is intelligently presented to the members of the State Legislature, and to have the same introduced and endeavor to have same passed and enacted into law. In addition, this committee shall initiate and develop firefighter legislative education. b) Labor management legislation not specifically addressed at the annual convention shall not be opposed or promoted unless labor and management are in total agreement and then only as directed by the Board. c) Only legislation vetted and approved by the Legislative Committee and/or the Board will be supported by the Association. Section 3. Educational Advisory Committee: It shall be the duty of the Educational Advisory Committee to research, develop and implement educational programs for firefighters in the State of Oklahoma. Section 4, The EMS Committee: It shall be the duty of the EMS Committee to identify, research, and discuss issues which affect Fire Based EMRA’S and Fire Based EMS in the State of Oklahoma. These issues shall include but not be limited to funding, rules, and regulations. Section 4 5. Meetings of all committees of the Association shall be open to all members. Respectfully Submitted by the 2016-17 OSFA Executive Board: Mike Duncan, Dewey, President Matt Lay, Tulsa, 1st Vice President Dereck Cassady, Ponca City, 2nd Vice President Mike Kelley, Oklahoma City, 3rd Vice President Raanon Adams, Lawton, Immediate Past President
eligibility for pension payments from the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension System. Section 2. Classifications of membership shall be defined as follows: ACTIVE MEMBER: The person who is receiving a pension from the Oklahoma State Firefighters Pension and Retirement System ACTIVE PARTICIPATING MEMBER: The person retired firefighter or their surviving spouse who is receiving a pension from the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System and paying dues as set forth in Article VIII of this constitution. HONORARY MEMBER: The title of “Honorary Member” may be bestowed on any person who has rendered the Association outstanding service, through act(s) or deed(s). Such member shall have all rights and privileges of an Active Member. Honorary Membership may be bestowed on person(s) by a majority vote of those in attendance at any annual meetings of the Association. Therefore Be It Further Resolved to amend Article IV, Section 3 of the ORFA Constitution to read: Section 3. In accordance with OSFA’s Constitution, Article 4, Section 2, the President shall serve as Liaison Officer to the OSFA Executive Board. He and shall serve at ORFA’s expense in liaison capacity between the two organizations, and, therefore, shall have no vote nor proceed through OSFA chairs. THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to amend Article V, Section 1 of the ORFA Constitution to read: ARTICLE V – DUTIES OF OFFICERS Section 1. The President shall preside over all meetings of the officers and the annual ORFA meeting of the membership. The President shall serve on the Oklahoma Fire Pension and Retirement Board as provided in Oklahoma State Statutes 49-100.3 (3). The ORFA representative to the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System Board must be a retired member of that Pension System. THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to amend Article VIII, Section 1 of the ORFA Constitution to read:
ARTICLE VIII – DUES Section 1. Active Participating Members shall also be OSFA Pension Members and pay dues of $21.00 annually; $5.00 to the Association; $3.00 to the memorial/museum maintenance fund, and the balance to OSFA as set out in the OSFA Constitution under Article 8 Section 2. Dues must be paid to the Oklahoma State Retired Firefighters Association, by July 1 of each year, or withholding arrangements made, as described in Section 3 of this Article. THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to amend Article XI, Section 1 of the ORFA Constitution to read: ARTICLE XI – AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION Section 1. Proposed amendments to the constitution shall be submitted by registered mail or hand delivered to the Association office, with date affixed and receipt given, by an active participating member over his or her signature not less than sixty (60) days prior to the opening day of the ORFA annual meeting. Therefore Be It Further Resolved to amend Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 of the ORFA Constitution to read: ARTICLE XIII – RESTRICTIONS Section 1. No member shall present her/himself themselves as spokesperson for the Association on any issue, for or against, unless expressly authorized by the consensus of the Officers. Section 2. No member shall attempt to influence any person by representing himself themselves as spokesperson for the Association, unless expressly authorized as described in Section 1 of this Article. Respectfully Submitted by: ORFA Ad Hoc Committee Jim Minx – Ret. OKC, Chair Larry Bogges – Ret. Lawton, Bud Shepherd – Ret. Slaughterville Tom Smith – Ret. Dewey
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oklahoma fallen and living firefighters memorial -- PANEL 61
For the next several issues, Oklahoma Firefighter will print the names of those honored on the Memorial Wall. This issue features Panel 61. All names can be viewed -- and etched on a souvenir sheet -- from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily on the West Campus of the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum. NOTE: If you send in a check for a name on the wall, and the name is already on the wall, the check will be considered a donation to the Memorial unless you notify the OSFA otherwise. REYDON W.S. Watkins RINGLING Jimmy J. Morris Arnold R. Reynolds Paul C. Worley RINGWOOD Robert A. Chitwood Raymond P. Doane Ronald L. Robinson Gary D. Unruh ROCKY Joe H. Byrd ROFF Wayne L. Grissom ROOSEVELT J.R. Howard RUSH SPRINGS Richard A. Bennett Roy Crow Harvey D. Hitt RYAN Charles A. Dalton Wayne Whitford SALINA Robert L. Bailey Jerry N. Goins SALLISAW John E. Bond Oscar Capps Seymour B. Drake Grady Farmer James B. Farmer O.T. Fears Louis D. Walkingstick Sr. SAND SPRINGS Conrad D. Collins William W. Forsythe James R. Gass Jerry L. Mellenberger Robert A. Selsor Jack Warren SAPULPA Don A. Acree Raymond C. Copley Olof G. Langston J. Kevin Lawson Bernard Pope Robert H. Robertson Dan K. Whitehouse SAVANNA Kenny D. Crandell Wesley O. Williams SAYRE Ricky J. Hudson Danny T. Marshall SEILING C.B. Brown Earl England Dan H. Engle SEMINOLE Sam A. Mitchell Darel G. Smart
SENTINEL Thomas N. Coop George G. Drake Darryl W. Dye Kevin R. Hardwick Jackie D. Todd SHATTUCK Everett Koch Homer W. Thomas SHAWNEE James R. Brown James H. Garretson Kenneth B. Good Delbert C. Prather Dennis L. Schimmel Michael S. Tischer Raymond E. Whitecotton Joe D. Whitecotton SHIDLER Earnie H. Labadie Carolyn S. Long Jo C. Patton SKIATOOK Donald G. Butler Ralph D. Hendryx John J. Pippin SNYDER Jodie W. Bartlett Lee R. Tubbs Sr. SOPER Bob D. Edge SPAVINAW P.J. Baldwin A.H. Boyer William C. Cagle SPIRO Douglas G. Harper Gary L. McClure Donnie R. Odom Enie Tobler Jr. STERLING Rocky L. Bray Jimmy D. Camp Randal E. Farris Joseph L. High STIGLER Ray D. Hatfield Douglas W. Honeycutt Ronald G. Scroggins Wesley B. Stubblefield STILLWATER Elmer R. Brown Paul E. Duncan Thomas E. Hart Richard A. Hoffman Darrell Manning James R. Morgan Calvin G. Nichols Lanny L. Porter Alvin S. Rains Gary L. Stanton STILWELL Billy H. Langley Jr. William I. Duvall Buffalo J. Sellers STONE BLUFF David D. Schell STONEWALL James Christian Willie L. Fair
STRATFORD John D. Bittle Gary C. Burnett William K. Gallup Samuel M. Greenwood Johnny G. Mann Clifford C. Pullen Leslie L. Wood Jr. STRINGTOWN Albert O. Cole Elmer D. Kellogg STROUD Randy G. Curry SULPHUR Donnie J. Ramer Jerry W. Ramer Keith Woodell SWODA Bruce A. Metheny TALIHINA Robbie Boren TALOGA Floyd Blaine Earl Cline Alvin Evans Tom J. Ruble Ronnie L. Speer TECUMSEH Benton Copeland TEMPLE Billy D. Bruce TERRAL Wayne Jackson Russell D. Weatherly TEXHOMA Arthur Canon THOMAS Melvin B. Dunn Robert D. Holmes Claude Johnson Steve Mercer TIPTON Alton D. Davis Kenneth Dosher TONKAWA W.E. Baird Frank Wesley Barney Charles A. Conaghan William D. Durbin TULSA Mylum B. Ache III Robert H. Adams Roger L. Adams K.E. Addington Jeffrey J. Adsit Samuel P. Agee Joe P. Allen L.V. Allen Oren A. Allibritton L.L. Allison C.R. Anglin Philip A. Arneecher G.A. Arnett Bennie H. Arney George P. Askew L.S. Askew S.R. Askew W.E. Atkinson F.L. Atteberry Mike H. Austin
Mike C. Aziere J.W. Bacon R.G. Bacon Ray Badley Jr. Danny L. Baker Harry L. Baker John R. Baker Michael D. Baker Thomas L. Baker Frederick E. Barclow B.D. Barlow D.L. Barnes Jack A. Barnes Vernon D. Barnes Robert F. Barrett Joe R. Bartlett F.V. Barton Kenneth D. Barton John K. Beard O.M. Beaver W.S. Beck Darrell E. Beeler Eddie G. Bell Jerry W. Benefield Kenneth D. Benford Martin D. Bennett Philip M. Benson Randy R. Bercher Brett M. Bertelli Paul J. Bertelli Dennis M. Beyer Jeffrey L. Biggs Kenneth H. Biggs A.J. Biles Jeff D. Blackburn S.W. Blair William E. Blake Jr. R.W. Bland J.L. Boatright R.J. Boatright F.C. Borchardt Ernest R. Bowers Donald R. Bowles Eugene A. Bowlin E.E. Bowyer Thomas K. Boydstun Gordan D. Bozarth John L. Bradford Stephen R. Brill Chelsey G. Brooks J.J. Brooks L.J. Brooks Randal G. Brooks A.B. Brown Billie D. Brown Donald E. Brown Jr. Kenneth E. Brown Ralph A. Brown B.A. Brunson Jerry L. Burch Gary E. Burd G.O. Burton Dannie A. Caldwell Jr. Tray L. Caldwell R.C. Calvert James A. Campbell Luke A. Campbell R.L. Carlile Robert L. Carlile Jr. L.E. Carlin Jerry P. Carman Jerry V. Carmona Martin L. Carner Billy C. Carpenter James A. Carpenter Terry D. Casey Warner V. Castle Kevin L. Caywood Billy W. Chambers D.W. Chambers Ronald D. Chapman Sam D. Cone Jr. C.E. Conger R.E. Conley
Joe Coody Glenn L. Cooley Fred J. Cotton Sr. James B. Coward Homer L. Cox R.D. Cox Billy R. Crawford Richard G. Crawley E.S. Creekmore Daniel G. Crews David G. Croslin Charles D. Crouch Gary R. Cummings O. Cummisky Arlie G. Curry Jr. W.J. Davenport H.O. Davis V.V. Davison David C. Dayringer Milo M. Dean John L. Deason Ben F. Deaver W.I. Dennis Perry D. Denson Walter J. Derrick W.D. Dewitt C.F. Dixon Jr. Thomas E. Dotson Brent G. Douglass Blake C. Dow Ray D. Driskell John W. Dyer Jr. D.W. Duncan Roger C. Ehlers David L. Ellingson Gary W. England Loren K. Erichsen Joseph A. Evans L.C. Evans Raymond D. Evins Jr. Pete C. Faulkenberry Ron J. Fegaly William K. Felkins John D. Fellinger Kevin J. Ferguson Robert A. Fisher H.S. Fitzjohn J. Paul Flowers A.J. Ford Laurence R. Ford John O. Forest B.D. Fortney Keith A. Freeman Kelly J. Friedl Clyde W. Fry Clyde Fry Gary M. Fry D.E. Fuller Anthony G. Gafrey L.R. Gann J.M. Garman A.J. Garner Duane A. George Gary H. Gettings James L. Gibbs Ricki G. Gray H.W. Hamby J.L. Hamby Joe E. Hamby Arthur D. Hamner Kenneth C. Harris Robert L. Higgins Earl R. Hillard William J. Hudson Oscar L. Hunter Lawrence L. Hurst John A. Imhoff U.L. Irwin III R.V. Jackson Richard C. Jackson C.A. Jennings W.I. Jennings Clifford B. Johnson Eric L. Johnson
Michael C. Kinnear Thomas B. Krauser Timothy G. Marrs Robert D. Mays Robert L. McClary Larry M. McQuay Arthur C. Meek Jr. Travis W. Oliver Warren F. Orr Billy B. Painter Loren H. Parker Kenneth E. Pfleeger Randell H. Reavis J.H. Reed James R. Scott Jr. Arthur L. Speed Carroll L. Spicer Bill N. Spradling Kenneth D. Spurgeon Clarence R. Thomas James A. Walker Arlan C. Walters Jimmy L. White Donald W. Whitley John D. Williams Danny L. Willis TUTTLE James O. Cobble UNION CITY Bruce W. Wilkerson VELMA Bruce R. Lynn VIAN Sinclair W. Armstrong Kevin Baker Ed F. Barton Tom Baskin Roy C. Bennett Ted Blackwood Don Brockman Ed Brockman Lewis Brockman Tullie R. Byrum Chesley Coffman Jack Creekmore Harry Dailey John Gragg J.D. Hamilton D.C. Harrison Miller Huggins Arba K. Jett H.D. Johnson Orville Murphy Gay Ritter Carl E. Rolston Olin Smith B.J. Traw B.E. Whittenburg VICI Dale Allen Guy Beck Budley Belew A.B. Castor Leon Miller Charles Show C.A. Speck George Turner Larry D. White WILBURTON D.H. Jeffrey WOODWARD Paul W. Benton WYNNEWOOD Rogers H. Gardner
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May 2017 CLASS SCHEDULE Current as of April 20, 2017
Courses are subject to change • Call or check online for changes in courses
All courses are FREE unless otherwise noted
Fire Tanker Safety Operations (64639) May 1 (4 hours) Piedmont Fire Department
Traffic Incident Management System (64081) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Leading from the Front (64114) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
NVFC Wildland Fire Assessment Program (63982) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62675) May 2 (8 hours) Chickasha Fire Department
Have My Medics Gone Mad? Addressing Employee Mental Health (64096) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
OPAL: Response to Pipeline Emergencies (63966) May 4 (1 hour) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
G-231 Wildland Training (ENGB) for Structural Firefighters (64057) May 5-7 (20 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62691) May 2 (8 hours) Midwest City Fire Department
AWR-132-2: Understanding and Planning for School Bomb Incidents (UPSBI) (64102) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62692) May 3 (8 hours) Midwest City Fire Department
Barn Boss Leadership (64116) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62694) May 3 (8 hours) Ada Fire Department AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Instructor (64418) May 3 (8 hours) • $65.00 - All Participants OSU-FST Classroom - Stillwater Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62695) May 4 (8 hours) Ada Fire Department Lessons from the Spartanburg Burns and the Changing Tactics of Firefighting (63956) May 4 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Medical Response to the Firefighter Mayday (63961) May 4 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Are you up for the Challenge - High Rise Firefighting (63963) May 4 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Making HazMat Refreshers Fun (63985) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center NIMS ICS 400 (EMI) Advanced Incident Command System (64038) May 4-5 (16 hours) LeFlore County Health Dept. - Poteau ArcGIS Collector for Wildfire Use (64056) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Decisions, Decisions! (64062) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Vehicle Extrication Basics (Eastern Oklahoma County Technology Center Course) (64064) May 4-5 (16 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center G-191 Incident Command System/ Emergency Operations Center Interface (64069) May 4 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Defending Our Delivery Model (64123) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center BNSF: Railroad Safety & Haz-Mat Awareness (63986) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Tactical Aviation Operations (64055) May 4 (6 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Support for the First Responder in Trouble (64093) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Initial Law Enforcement Response to Suicide Bombing Attacks (64103) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center The Mobile Instructor (64107) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Advanced Forcible Entry (63944) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Raising Ladders (63952) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Dallas Officer Shooting: First in Chief Officer and Lessons Learned (63964) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Aircraft Down and you are First Due (63976) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center BNSF: Railroad Safety & Haz-Mat Awareness (63987) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Traffic Incident Management Sytems Train the Trainer (64083) May 4 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Calling a Code Alert, Affect on our Mental Health (64098) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center PER-230: Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings (IRTB), Operations (64104) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Aircraft Down and you are First Due (63977) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Behavioral Health in the Fire & Emergency Services (64091) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center PER-231: Prevention of and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents (PRSBI) (64105) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
So you want to be in the Rescue Boat Operations Buisness!? (64067) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Emergency Management - What is it? (64070) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64073) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Have My Medics Gone Mad? Addressing Employee Mental Health (64097) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Courage to be Safe Train-the-Trainer (64109) May 5 (6 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Grain Bin Emergencies - Awareness (63398) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Academy FirstNet: How Data and Broadband connectivity will change the Fire Service (63949) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Use of Drones in the Fire Service (63971) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Current International Terrorist Threat to the United States (64279) May 4 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Academy
Calling a Code Alert, Affect on our Mental Health (64099) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
OPAL: Response to Pipeline Emergencies (63967) May 4 (1 hour) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
HOT: Brute Force Tactical Fitness Training (64100) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Grant Writing 101 (63978) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62693) May 5 (8 hours) Midwest City Fire Department
Homemade Explosives: Awareness, Recognition, & Response (64106) May 5 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Safety on the Highway is not just about the Vests! (63980) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62696) May 5 (8 hours) Ada Fire Department
Lessons from the Right Seat (64118) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Damage Assessment: An Overview (64071) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Blue Card Incident Commander Training and Certification Program Overview (63936) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: First Due Fire Company Operations (63940) May 5 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Advanced Forcible Entry (63945) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Standpipe Operations (63954) May 5 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Lessons from the Spartanburg Burns and the Changing Tactics of Firefighting (63957) May 5 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Dallas Officer Shooting: First in Chief Officer and Lessons Learned (63965) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center OPAL: Response to Pipeline Emergencies (63968) May 5 (1 hour) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: This is My Nozzle (63974) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Effective Fire Officers must be Leaders (64122) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Current International Terrorist Threat to the United States (64280) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Academy OPAL: Response to Pipeline Emergencies (63969) May 5 (1 hour) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Use of Drones in the Fire Service (63970) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Learning the New OK-FIRE (63983) May 5 (6 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64074) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Hip Boots to Bunkers, Recliners to Rowers, The Motivation to be Fit in the Emergency Services (64086) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Behavioral Health in the Fire & Emergency Services (64092) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
HOT: This is My Nozzle (63975) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Procedural Cadaver Lab (64075) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Barn Boss Leadership (64117) May 5 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Politics in the Oklahoma Fire Service: An Open Discussion (64121) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center The Perfect Storm: Preventing Operational Catastrophe (63959) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64076) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Reputation Management for the Fire Service - Preventing Member Derailment (64112) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center The Art of Miscommunication (64120) May 5 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Hazardous Materials Awareness for WMD-HazMat Emergencies (63327) May 6 (8 hours) Chouteau Fire Department
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May 2017 CLASS SCHEDULE Current as of April 20, 2017
Courses are subject to change • Call or check online for changes in courses
All courses are FREE unless otherwise noted
Grain Bin Emergencies - Operations (63399) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Academy
VFIS - Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (64381) May 6 (8 hours) Meridian Vol Fire Dept - Stephens Co.
Taking Control of those Pesky Procedures (64111) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Grain Bin Emergencies - Operations (64142) May 13 (8 hours) Guymon Fire Department
Nasal Narcan for the First Responder (64135) May 20 (2 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
In Honor of The Charleston 9: A Study of Change Following Tragedy (63937) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Learning the New OK-FIRE (63984) May 6 (6 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Electrical Safety for First Responder (63960) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Use of Drones in the Fire Service (63972) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
Hazardous Materials Technician for WMD-HazMat Emergencies (62047) May 15-26 (80 hours) Great Plains Tech Center - Lawton
Hazardous Materials Awareness for WMD-HazMat Emergencies Certification (63856) May 20 (1 hour) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
Rope Rescue Technician Level I (63104) May 15-18 (32 hours) Ardmore Fire Department
Oklahoma Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training (63922) May 21 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
Emergency Services Instructor (Instructor I) (63633) May 15-18 (32 hours) • $300.00 - All Participants Yukon Fire Department
Calling the MAYDAY (63925) May 21 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
HOT: BNSF: Flammable Liquids Fire Fighting Strategy & Tactics for Rail Incidents (63939) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: First Due Fire Company Operations (63941) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Flow, Move, Coordinate: The Modern Fireground (63947) May 6-7 (16 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center The New Firefight (63962) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center NIMS ICS 300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (64039) May 6-7 (16 hours) Piedmont Fire Department, PO Box 240, Piedmont, OK 73078-0240 Accept No Limits - Diversity in the Fire Service (64058) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Decisions, Decisions! (64063) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Vehicle Extrication Advanced (Eastern Oklahoma County Technology Center Course) (64065) May 6-7 (16 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Basic Boat Operator - Awareness (64066) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Basic Life Support for the Tactical Operator (64072) May 6-7 (12 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64077) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Traffic Incident Management System (64082) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Building a Mentally Resiliant Department (64088) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Brute Force Tactical Fitness Training (64101) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center LACK: Leadership, Accountability, Culture, and Knowledge Train-theTrainer (64108) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Leading from the Front (64115) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Rapid Interviention Team Operations and Safety and Survival (64281) May 6 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Academy
Procedural Cadaver Lab (64078) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Hip Boots to Bunkers, Recliners to Rowers, The Motivation to be Fit in the Emergency Services (64087) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Taking Control of those Pesky Procedures (64110) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Unconscious Competencies: Do You Train to Live? (63938) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center FirstNet: How Data and Broadband connectivity will change the Fire Service (63950) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Grant Writing 101 (63979) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Safety on the Highway is not just about the Vests! (63981) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64079) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Traffic Incident Management Sytems Train the Trainer (64084) May 6 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Procedural Cadaver Lab (64080) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Reputation Management for the Fire Service - Preventing Member Derailment (64113) May 6 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Rapid Interviention Team Operations and Safety and Survival (63946) May 7 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center HOT: Standpipe Operations (63955) May 7 (8 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Accept No Limits - Diversity in the Fire Service (64059) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Building a Mentally Resiliant Department (64090) May 7 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center FirstNet: How Data and Broadband connectivity will change the Fire Service (63951) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center The ABCs of Generations XYZ (64060) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center
So you want to be in the Rescue Boat Operations Buisness!? (64068) May 7 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Line of Duty Death - Panel Discussion (64085) May 7 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Principle Driven - Reality Based Self Defense (64095) May 7 (4 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Use of Drones in the Fire Service (63973) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Who is speaking for the volunteer and what are they saying? (64061) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center Support for the First Responder in Trouble (64094) May 7 (2 hours) Tulsa Fire Safety Training Center NIMS ICS 300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (64246) May 8-9 (16 hours) Pittsburg County Expo Center, 4500 W. Hwy 270, MCALESTER, OK 74502-
Fire Inspector I (64382) May 15-19 (40 hours) • $150 - Okla Emergency Responders • $300 - Industrial / Military • $450 - Out-of-state Public Responders Edmond Fire Department AHA Site Manager (64421) May 17 (4 hours) • $50.00 - All Participants OSU-FST Classroom - Stillwater Grain Bin Emergencies - Awareness (63339) May 19 (4 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Vehicle Rescue Technician Level I Part A (63106) May 20-21 (16 hours) Salina Fire Department
Introduction to Water Rescue (63928) May 21 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell VFIS Traffic Incident Managment Train-the-Trainer (63930) May 21 (4 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Rehab for Wildland Fire Fighting (64024) May 21 (4 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Fire Fighter II Vehicle Extrication Evaluation (63107) May 21 (4 hours) Salina Fire Department Oklahoma Trauma Education Program T t T (64030) May 21 (2 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
Grain Bin Emergencies - Operations (63340) May 20 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
Nasal Narcan for the First Responder Train the Trainer (64136) May 21 (2 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62676) May 9 (8 hours) Sapulpa Fire Department
Hazardous Materials Awareness for WMD-HazMat Emergencies (63855) May 20 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
NIMS ICS 400 (EMI) Advanced Incident Command System (64245) May 22-23 (16 hours) Pittsburg County Expo - McAlester
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62697) May 9 (8 hours) Ardmore Fire Department
Flammable Gas Emergencies (LPG) (63857) May 20 (12 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
EMS Instructor Update (64601) May 23 (8 hours) • $50.00 - All Participants Enid Fire Department
EMS Instructor Workshop / Bridge (64419) May 9 (8 hours) • $50.00 - All Participants OSU-FST Classroom - Stillwater Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62677) May 10 (8 hours) Sapulpa Fire Department Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62698) May 10 (8 hours) Ardmore Fire Department Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62678) May 11 (8 hours) Sapulpa Fire Department Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD Refresher (62699) May 11 (8 hours) Ardmore Fire Department Grain Bin Emergencies - Awareness (64355) May 11 (4 hours) Kiamichi Technology Center - Durant Grain Bin Emergencies - Awareness (64141) May 12 (4 hours) Guymon Fire Department
Oklahoma Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training (63921) May 20 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Calling the MAYDAY (63923) May 20 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Wildland Fire Fighting: Fundamentals (63926) May 20-21 (16 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Introduction to Water Rescue (63927) May 20 (8 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell VFIS Traffic Incident Management System (63929) May 20 (4 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Rehab for Wildland Fire Fighting (64023) May 20 (4 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell NIMS ICS 300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (64547) May 20-21 (16 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell Oklahoma Truama Education Program (OTEP) (64029) May 20 (2 hours) Indian Capital Tech Center - Stilwell
EMS Instructor Update (64602) May 24 (8 hours) • $50.00 - All Participants Enid Fire Department EMS Instructor Update (64603) May 25 (8 hours) • $50.00 - All Participants Enid Fire Department NFA Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders (62126) May 27-28 (16 hours) Central Technology Center - Drumright Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62679) May 30 (8 hours) Great Plains Tech Center - Lawton Hazardous Materials Technician Refresher - Part A (62680) May 31 (8 hours) Great Plains Tech Center - Lawton
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fire service training Dr. Erick Reynolds OSU FST Director 405-744-5727 (W) 405-409-0961 (C) erick.reynolds@osufst.org
Welcome Oklahoma Firefighters! We have received some rain here lately. Keep it coming! We will take all that we can get! Be careful when you are out there. It is easy to find yourself stuck and in a bad way when we have these kinds of conditions present across Oklahoma! At this writing, I am nursing a sore knee back to health after having gone through total knee replacement surgery on March 22. I have lived with this injury for 29 years and wish I would have fixed it many years ago. But, alas, I did not. I chose to just live with it! How many times to we choose to live with something out on the fire ground? How many times do we have people that show up at an emergency event without the proper personal protective equipment? But we let them continue on in their role and choose to “just live with it.” How many times do we let someone drive an apparatus -- say, a tanker -- when we know that the individual may not have completed all the necessary training to keep himself or herself safe and be productive on the emergency scene? But due to a variety of reasons, we let them continue on in their role and choose to “just live with it.” How many times do we just do what we have always done, when knowing full well, there is a better way to complete the task at hand? But we let them continue on in their role and choose to “just live with it.” Look at all the possible resources available to you and your department to help combat the “just live with its!” There are certainly many training resources and opportunities across the state of Oklahoma from a variety of sources that can help you maintain and improve your readiness to meet the monster head on when it knocks on your door! OSU FST has a regional training school coming up in May in Stillwell, and we would welcome your participation in the event. We cannot say enough great things about the OSFA State Fire School May 4-7 at at the Tulsa Community College/Tulsa Fire Department Training Center. Take time to review the class offerings in this issue and online. You can register with OSU FST in a variety of ways to attend the event. We appreciate the leadership of OSFA Executive Director Phil Ostrander and the entire OSFA Executive Board in putting together this world-class event. And we at OSU FST appreciate the opportunity to partner with OSFA to help support this exciting four days of training opportunities. Many thanks to Elkhart Brass for donating standpipe equipment for the new OSU FST Standpipe Operations Class. The value of this equipment is nearly $20,000 and will allow OSU FST to fully equip the hands-on training at this year’s OSFA State Fire School. And the fully outfitted 6 standpipe kits will also allow the delivery of two classes at the same time in different locations, expanding the ability to train more Oklahoma firefighter across the state at any departments that need it.
Pies Worth Hundreds at Laverne FD Open House Support of Local Firefighters & Citizens ... Priceless
By Steve Lumry, OSFA Administrative Director Upon arriving thirty minutes early at the Laverne Fire Department’s Open House on Sunday, April 9, it was immediately noticed that there was a large contingent of vehicles already parked in the area around the fire station. Going inside the main station door, I was greeted by a pleasant young woman who accepted our donation and directed us to the food lines. I was lucky in my timing, as there really wasn’t a line at that particular time. The food was fantastic and the hospitality even better. I was greeted at the table by former Laverne Fire Chief Rick Swineford. He explained to me the Laverne Fire Department’s response to the massive wildfires that occurred in March. I also talked to current Fire Chief Ted Bozarth, former Fire Chief Bill Mulberry and Mike Smith a longtime Laverne firefighter. There were also numerous other departments that were present, including Rosston, Shattuck, Slapout, Buffalo and Fargo, as well as a few others. All of these departments had contributed in one way or another during the wildfires and were happy to come and support each other in this manner. They brought their trucks with them, as well as financial and moral support. Many of them asked me to pass on their thanks
n FUNDRAISERS: Bixby Fire Department’s Heroes For Hailey Benefit Golf Tournament May 19 at White Hawk Golf Course. Shotgun start at 8 a.m. Cost is $300 per team. Lunch provided and door prizes to be handed out. Fore more info, call 918-366-0402. The 5th annual OSU-FST Golf Tournament June 2 at the Golf Club at Cimarron Trails in Perkins. Registration at 11:30 a.m. and Tee-off at 1 p.m. Cost is $300 per team or $75 per individual and includes golf cart, entry into all course contests, lunch and chances to win prizes. To register, visit fstgolf.eventbrite.com.
to all who had donated during the course of the wildfires and in other ways such as hay delivery afterwards. It has made a tremendous difference after a very difficult time. The community turnout during Laverne FD’s Open House was amazing. It truly warms the soul to see so many people from the area show up and fill the apparatus bay to the max. It was standing room only as the auction of homemade quilts, pies, cakes, cinnamon rolls and fire memorabilia began. People were quick to get up when they finished eating to make room for the crowds still coming in. I swear the average price of the auctioned pies had to be around $300 each. The Laverne firefighters -- as well as the others at the wildfires -- had worked themselves to near exhaustion, sacrificed time away from their jobs without pay, time away from their families and spent money out of their own pockets to keep rigs up and running. Then immediately following the conclusion of the wildfires, they began working diligently to pull off a wonderful Open House and Poker Run. Once again, the firefighters in Northwestern Oklahoma -- and in Laverne in particular on this day -- are to be congratulated on a job well done!
The OSU-FST four-Man Scramble was originally scheduled for April 21 was postponed due to the threat of inclement weather. Noble Ladies Auxiliary Public Auction June 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Noble High School Parking Lot (4601 E. Etowah Rd). Consignments are being collected until 9 a.m. June 3 (no clothing or trash). Consignment fee of 10% on items sold. Yukon Fire Fighters Golf Tournament 2017 June 16 at Winter Creek in Blanchard. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Cost is $300 per team or $75 per individual. Free lunch, free range, cash prizes, raffles, door prizes. For more info: Jeremy Goodrich (405-760-1795) or Brent Weaver (405-317-0560).
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n March 17, 2017 MEETING Members Present: Michael Duncan, Raanon Adams, Jim Long, Mike Kelley, Paul Gallahar, Dana Cramer, Craig Freeman, Dereck Cassady, Janet Kohls, Matt Lay, Brandy Manek, Frank Stone. Member Absent: Scott VanHorn. Others Present: Robert Jones, Director; Duane Michael, Assistant Director; James Reynolds, Assistant Director; Chase Rankin, Controller; Marc Edwards, Legal Counsel; Troy Brown and Tim Nash, Andco Consulting; Peter Latara and Kevin Collins, Fred Alger; Robert Zimmer and Priyanshu Mutreja, Clairvest; Chuck Stolfa, Wasatch. Charles A. Misener/Broken Arrow - Application For “Disability In The Line Of Duty” Pension, Effective March 1, 2017: Motion was made by Mr. Cramer and seconded by Mr. Freeman to modify the Application for “Disability in the Line of Duty”, to “Disability Not in the Line of Duty” effective March 1, 2017. Messrs. Ayes: Messrs. Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Manek, Kelley, Kohls, Stone and Gallahar. Nayes: Long. Motion carried. Linda A. Nellis/Oklahoma City – Application For “Disability In The Line Of Duty” Pension, Effective March 1, 2017: Motion was made by Mr. Cramer and seconded by Mr. Lay to approve the Application for “Disability in the Line of Duty”, effective March 1, 2017. Messrs. Ayes: Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Long, Kelley, Kohls, Manek, and Gallahar. Nayes: Stone. Motion carried. James Hodge/Spencer– Application For “Disability In The Line Of Duty” Pension, Effective June 27, 2014: Motion was made by Mr. Long and seconded by Mr. Lay to approve the Application for “Disability in the Line of Duty”, effective June 27, 2014. Messrs. Ayes: Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Long, Kelley, Kohls, Stone, Manek, and Gallahar. Nayes: None. Motion carried. Danny Hill/Lawton – Request To Modify Pension From “Service” To “Disability In The Line Of Duty”: Motion was made by Mr. Long and seconded by Mr. Adams to modify the Application from “Service” to “Disability in the Line of Duty” based on the medical information submitted. Ayes: Messrs. Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Long, Manek, Kelley, Stone, Kohls, and Gallahar. Nayes: None. Motion carried. Richard Mcdaniel/Tulsa – Request To Modify Pension From “Service” To “Disability In The Line Of Duty”: Motion was made by Mr. Lay and seconded by Mr. Adams to enter into Executive Session. Ayes: Messrs. Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Long, Manek, Kelley, Stone, Kohls, and Gallahar. Nayes: None. Motion carried. Motion was made by Mr. Cramer and seconded by Mr. Adams to enter into Open Session. Ayes: Messrs. Duncan, Adams, Cassady, Freeman, Cramer, Lay, Long, Manek, Kelley, Stone, Kohls, and Gallahar. Nayes: None. Motion carried. No action was taken.
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The OSFA Executive Board met March 16, 2017 in the boardroom at 2716 NE 50th Street, OKC, OK, at 9:06 a.m. Roll Call: Mike Duncan, present and presiding; Matt Lay, present; Dereck Cassady, present; Mike Kelley, excused; Raanon Adams, present; Dana Cramer, present. Others: Phil Ostrander, Steve Lumry, Tim Bartram, Amy Hall, Sheri Nickel, Chase Rankin, Don Armes and Sean Douglas for OFCA. Guest: Andy Kantola – PennWell Publishing. PennWell Publishing Presentation: Andy Kantola Kantola discussed the products of Fire Engineering, Fire Engineering Books and Videos. They are looking at partnering with other Associations to create wins for their customers, partners and themselves. PennWell has recently launched some new products and initiatives, one being The Solution, which is their streaming video service. Since October, they have been soft launching the program and are pushing forward more marketing opportunities on it today. They have taken over $6000 worth of DVD content that they sold on disc and moved it to an on-line Netflix like solution. You can subscribe to the content and basically have access to everything. Their thought is, “How can we get the most training at the lowest cost.” They would like to Partner with the OSFA as being an affiliate, offering their content to firefighters and fire departments in Oklahoma for a free trial period and then at a discounted rate. He shared with the Board a portion of one of their training videos. Fire Marshal Commission Report: Matt Lay The Fire Marshal Commission met a few weeks ago and was looking at another potential budget cut this year. They are also still tracking HB 1833 that would consolidate COFT with the Fire Marshal Commission. There has been discussion between the Chair and Vice Chair of both organizations to work some kind of transition. Council on Firefighter Training: Matt Lay Council on Firefighter Training met last week. Their focus has been on the tax credit for volunteers. There is currently enough funding to sustain their work through April 15. Without some kind of change in the current situation, COFT would essentially be offline, in terms of both funding and staff. They have been working with the Fire Marshal office. There was discussion about an Emergency Clause attached to HB 1833. Ostrander stated that Chris Neal’s concern was what will happen if tax documents come in after April 15.
OSFA STATE FIRE SCHOOL May 4-7, 2017 At Tulsa FD’s Fire Training Facility & Tulsa Community College NE FREE FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS
March 16, 2017 MEETING
Upcoming Dates to Remember: May 4-7, 2017 -- 2017 State Fire School at Tulsa FD’s Fire Training Facility & Tulsa Community College NE June 6, 2017 -- 36th annual ORFA Convention at Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey June 7-10, 2017 -- 123rd annual OSFA Convention at Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey June 7-10, 2017 -- 85th annual OSF Women’s Auxiliary Convention at Washington County Fairgrounds in Dewey Fire Service Training: Mike Duncan Duncan discussed upcoming events. Just finished the Bob Smith Round Up in Atoka on March 10-12 and the next will be in Stilwell in May. He believes the Grain Rescue/Confined Space Trailer will be ready in time for the State Fire School. Duncan stated that Louthan had said there are already 160 enrolled. Duncan discussed that Teddy Combs is back and working half days. He has already been out and making it to meetings and thinks that in the next three weeks he should be back full time. Legislative Committee: Steve Lumry The Legislative Committee meets next week. A draft resolution from the Title 19 Sub-Committee will be submitted to the Legislative Committee to review. They will make whatever changes they feel need to be made and then will be able to forward on to Convention by the deadline. Lumry stated he can send the draft to the OSFA Board before the meeting. Safety & Health Committee: Tim Bartram Safety & Health Committee is still monitoring different firefighter fatality reports to see what issues need to be brought forth and to train on. Educational Advisory Committee: Dereck Cassady Educational Advisory Committee is working hard getting ready for Fire School. Enrollment is open for members to get registered. PennWell is bringing in four speakers that are big names. We have speakers that are coming in from Louisiana State University, from Kansas and a wide variety of content. Lumry would like to bring attention to Chairman Jason Louthan, Matt Lay, Melanie Colvin, Vice-Chair Eric Harlow, Jon Steiner and Bryan Lloyd for doing an outstanding job. He feels the whole committee has worked very hard and has gone above and beyond. Woodward will be donating water for the Fire School. The next meeting will be held in Tulsa April 12. Bartram stated the Committee voted to stay in May next year as well. Lumry stated that we need action from the Board to add Brian Brush from Edmond to the Educational Advisory Committee. Lumry stated that there needs to be official action on the two State Fire School Scholarship recipients that were given away at the Volunteer Caucus, which included room, mileage and $300 per diem. Benevolent Committee: Steve Lumry Benevolent Committee had their first meeting with a relatively low initial attendance. There was a change in the time the meeting was to start the week before, which could be the reason for the low attendance. They believe 100% in what this Committee is about and will become. They heard a presentation from Chaplain Wilson and they are going to try and decide exactly what their roles are going to be. We ordered them books on how to deal with people, what to say and what not to say. Their next meeting will be April 4 and Gene Brown will be in attendance due to CFSI being at the same time. Chaplain Wilson may come back to do his presentation for the other members
who were not able to make the first meeting. Membership Committee: Steve Lumry Membership Committee met for their first meeting on March 3 and they had a pretty good turnout. They are getting a handle on exactly what it is we want them to do. They are reviewing the Constitution and By Laws and forms that were put together years ago that we send out to all the departments. When Ostrander came on, he looked at them, updated and made them better. The committee discussed ideas, Lumry gave them the history of what we are doing and why we are doing it to inform and educate the committee. However, if they think it needs to be changed, then let’s move forward and discuss further to see what we need to do. Lumry believes when they do move forward, we will get some really good ideas from them. One idea really stood out in his mind. It came up after discussing the electronic version of the Oklahoma Firefighter newspaper and that there could potentially be some budget savings in that. One idea was if we did get some significant savings in the budget when more members start taking advantage of the electronic newspaper, we could take a percentage and set aside to form an Emergency Fund. So, when departments have these big wild fires and have exhausted their year’s budget on fuel and looking for whatever they can get, then we can have something set aside they can apply for to help them out as another benefit. The Committee is still in the education mode trying to fully understand all the benefits available through OSFA. Kelley stated that Trisha had created a survey that is to be distributed at events, to let people give feedback on what they see value in and if there is something they think the organization should be providing that we are not. Museum: Steve Lumry Brown had an emergency and will not be able to give the report. Lumry stated Brown would be praising his guys and all the hard work they do. He discussed that they are almost done with the Diorama and that it looks really good. It is about that time to start on the pool and yard work. Brown will give a full report of all improvements and what they are working towards at the Museum Board meeting coming up soon. Lumry stated that we need to start looking at getting some of the younger active firefighters on the Museum Board and people who care about seeing the Museum move forward in the future. Volunteer Recruitment & Retention Report: Sheri Nickel Nickel has been working with Caroline Reed from OSUFST on the mapping for the grant. The first phase of the Grant should be completed in the next few months. She has been traveling around to different counties and attending Fire Chief Meetings around the state. Lumry encourages the Board to attend some of those county meetings to hear what she has to say and what they have to say. Ostrander stated that he is proud of Nickel and proud of her standing her ground and presenting the facts. She will start working on SOPs for how we will distribute the grant money and how the program will work. Nickel is working with Career Techs, Woodward and Elk City to develop a High School Program and help fund that. Her opinion is to get the younger guys and girls through Firefighter I, get them trained and get them in a department. Cassady told Nickel to get with Pioneer Tech in Ponca City because they are already starting a program like that this coming fall. Nickel wanted to thank the Board for giving her the opportunity of having this job. National Volunteer Fire Council: Duncan National Volunteer Fire Council Board Meeting is coming up in Washington, D.C. They just did a letter of support with Arizona State for the Cancer Study with Wildland Firefighting. Their SAFER Grant is coming along pretty good on their recruitment and retention efforts. They are really pushing cancer and suicide prevention throughout the Police, Firefighters and EMS. Ostrander stated that NVFC is looking at some changes in the LOSAP Programs, which are the retirement programs. It is not governmental style but where each department has a retirement program. They want to get the laws changed to make
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that a more attractive benefit and they are running into some obstacles at the Federal Level. Bartram discussed the Share the Load program and something a Fire Chief had posted on Social Media. Duncan discussed joining a Committee that will look at bunker gear. They will give 3 to 5 sets of bunker gear to each department that is awarded. He stated that we have had some from Oklahoma that have been awarded in the past. Oklahoma Fire Chiefs Association: Sean Douglas Oklahoma Fire Chiefs Association is getting ready for their upcoming Conference at the end of this month in Tulsa. They have been watching some Legislative issues and have a Legislative meeting coming up. He stated they just had their Winter Workshop and it seem to have gone well.
March 16, 2017 MEETING
Lumry discussed the OSFA Board presenting the Heroism Award to the 13 year old girl from Woodward who saved her siblings in a house fire back in December. She was very surprised and appreciative. New Business: 1. New EMS Committee -- This committee was voted on to be a Standing Committee and will be determined after Convention depending on the outcome of the resolution. Next meeting: April 20, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
ABOVE: OSFA’s Safety & Health Committee Spring Meeting. BELOW: 2017 NVFC Board’s Spring Meeting -- OSFA President Mike Duncan is wearing his red jacket.
ORFA Report: Cramer Oklahoma State Retirees haven’t met since the last OSFA Board meeting. There is an ORFA AdHoc Committee meeting next week on March 21. They are looking at getting a Resolution ready by the deadline of April 7 for the Title 18 members to be able to join ORFA. They will have to change the language since it currently states you have to be a member of Pension to join ORFA. He feels that any and all are welcome in their organization. Ostrander would like Cramer to give the ORFA Presentation at the OFCA Conference on March 31. Ostrander also wanted to point out that the ORFA Membership has continued to grow. Executive Directors Report: Ostrander Ostrander and Armes discussed what is going on with Legislation and Bills. Tom Marcum is very appreciative for the OSFA sponsoring the Scholarship for his expenses for the OKEFOLP Program. The Legislative Reception is now scheduled for April 26.
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OSFA Executive Board and Staff Attend Fire Symposium in D.C. OSFA Executive Board members Mike Duncan, Matt Lay, Dereck Cassady, and Raanon Adams along with OSFA Staff Phil Ostrander, Steve Lumry and Tim Bartram traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the Congressional Fire Service Institute Symposium (CFSI) April 5-6. While there, the group met with the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation. Some of the topics discussed were reauthorization of AFG and SAFER Grants, National Firefighter Cancer Registry, Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Incentives and Social Security issues for Firefighters. Mike Duncan, Phil Ostrander and Tim Bartram represented Oklahoma at the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Spring meetings in Alexandria, Va., April 7-8. Some of the discussion there included EMS, Recruitment and Retention, AFG and SAFER grants, Firefighter Cancer, One Net Telecommunications system and the Sustainability of the Volunteer Fire model. The Oklahoma Fire Service’s input through OSFA had a tremendous impact at all of these meetings. Our thanks especially go out to Senator Jim Inhofe, Representatives Jim Bridenstine, Markwayne Mullin, Frank Lucas, Tom Cole and Steve Russell and their staffs for taking the time to meet with us and listen to the Oklahoma Fire Service issues. -- Tim Bartram, Special Projects Coordinator
So great working with Congressman Markwayne Mullin on fire service issues like S. 829 (Fire Grants Reauthorization), H.R. 931 (National Firefighter Cancer Registry), H.R. 1550 (Volunteer Responder Incentive Protection), and many others. Supreme Court from Congressman Frank Lucas’ office
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