Innovative Programs

Governor Signs Groundbreaking Illinois Fire Sprinkler Incentive Bill

Aug 21st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Fire Sprinklers

New bill allows fire protection districts to offer monetary grants for the installation of residential fire sprinklers.



Water Safety Resource

Aug 1st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Water Safety

Online water safety course and powerpoint available from B-T Aquatics.



USFA and NIST Complete Study of Impact of a Residential Sprinkler on the Heat Release Rate of a Christmas Tree Fire

Jul 31st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Fire Sprinklers, Holiday Safety, Press Releases

The USFA and NIST have released a study showing the impact of Christmas tree fires on residential fire sprinklers.



Urbana Fire Department Takes Opportunity To Promote Kitchen Safety After Recent Fires

Jul 28th, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Cooking Safety, Daily Roundup

Illinois fire department fights rise in cooking fires with safety tips.



How to host a Kid’s Fire Academy - Getting Started

Jul 22nd, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Kids Fire Academy, News

Getting started hosting your own Kid’s Fire Academy is easy. FireEducator.com shares how.



Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Law Enforcement Division Issues Water Safety Warnings

Jul 14th, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Water Safety

Contrary to what’s portrayed in movies, drowning victims usually don’t scream and splash when in distress — they just go underwater. (TPWD)



Drowning Prevention Programs: Are You Doing Your Part?

Jul 5th, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: News, Water Safety

Get the message out that drownings are preventable.



Video: CPSC - Dangers of Consumers Using Professional Fireworks

Jul 1st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Fireworks

Video from the CPSC showing what happens when consumers use professional fireworks.



Firefighters Go Door To Door To Promote Firework Safety

Jul 1st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Fireworks, Positive Press

Provo firefighters going door-to-door to warn residents of fire danger.



Old Fire Engine Helps Promote Safety

Jul 1st, 2008 | By John Lucas | Category: Innovative Programs, Positive Press

One old fire engine = One new safety prop.