Bates College hold ceremony on Fire Service Training Center
Bates Technical College has announced it will host a ceremony for the Fire Service Training Center on Wednesday, 28 May, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the South Campus Auditorium, 2201 South 78th Street in Tacoma, Washington. This event marks the beginning of a project that is intended to elevate fire service education and training […]
Coulson Aviation and BCAC launch scholarship to support aviation education
Coulson Aviation, a global provider of aerial firefighting, has announced its partnership with the British Columbia Aviation Council (BCAC) to introduce the Coulson Aviation Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Structures (AME-S) Scholarship. This $54,000 CAD scholarship package covers tuition, hybrid apprenticeship training and essential tools, ensuring recipients receive unparalleled support in their journey to becoming fully […]
Xplorlabs earns Tech & Learning Best of 2024 award for fire safety education
Tech & Learning honors Xplorlabs for fire safety education UL Research Institutes’ online safety science platform, Xplorlabs, has been awarded Tech & Learning’s Best of 2024 Award of Excellence in the Secondary Education category for its contributions to fire safety and STEM education. The award, evaluated by a panel of education professionals, recognizes digital learning […]
Wildfire program launched by TRU
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) have announced a new step in their shared journey towards increased educational opportunities in wildfire studies. Six programs in wildfire science and communication, five certificates and a diploma, has been approved by both the university’s Senate and Board of Governors and completed a 30-day public […]
FDNY Commissioner announces progress in the battle against lithium-ion battery fires
The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) Commissioner Robert S. Tucker today announced significant progress in the department’s battle against lithium-ion battery fires. In 2024, the city had six deaths related to lithium-ion batteries, compared to 18 deaths in 2023, a 67% decrease. FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker’s statement “While the FDNY […]
USDA Forest Service promotes fire prevention month to reduce fire risks
Increased fire risks in southwestern states as fall begins The USDA Forest Service is promoting Fire Prevention Month this October to raise awareness of wildfire risks during the fall season, particularly in southwestern states like California, Arizona, and New Mexico. As fall begins, many people plan trips to enjoy the beauty of the season’s changing […]
NFPA introduces Authorized Education Network to meet global safety training demand
NFPA launches global safety training initiative The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has introduced its Authorized Education Network (AEN), a global program aimed at increasing access to high-quality safety training. This new network, which involves NFPA-approved instructors delivering certified courses through authorized providers, seeks to address the growing need for reliable safety training. As reported […]
Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program Supports Skilled Trade Education and Training in 30 North American Communities
Program supported 655 scholarships during the 2023-2024 school year and helped students kickstart thousands of careers Johnson Controls the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced renewed grants to 30 community colleges in North America as part of the companies Community College Partnership Program. Launched in 2021 to help students from historically […]
LA County Fire Department and Purdue Global launch educational partnership for firefighters
Launch of educational program for firefighters The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) has announced a partnership with Purdue Global, an extension of Purdue University’s education programs. As reported by the LA County Fire Department, this collaboration aims to provide extended education opportunities for firefighters and other working professionals in the fire service. The new […]
NFPA announces 2024 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year
Sylvia Peace recognized for excellence in fire and life safety education The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced that Sylvia Peace, Fire and Life Safety Educator for the Greenville Fire Department in Texas, has been named the 2024 Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year. As reported by NFPA, Peace will receive her […]
