Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA)

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REGISTER FOR THE FSSA 2025 ANNUAL FORUM BY SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 AND SAVE!! Enjoy the best social and networking events along with educational sessions to discuss real-time issues affecting the fire suppression industry. As an event that is talked about year-round, you will not want to miss out on what the program committee has put together this year. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/eXV9BR2V

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The July 2024 HARC Newsletter provides a very valuable and timely snapshot of where the industry is today on the regulation of PFAS substances used in fire protection. Read it on the FSSA Blog: https://lnkd.in/epTbFeHA

Success in Alaska!   Due to combined efforts, proposed legislation in Alaska was amended to remove “firefighting substance” and replace with “firefighting foam.” In early 2023, an Alaskan Senate bill was introduced with the intention of regulating the use of firefighting foams, but the wording referred to “firefighting substances.” There was concern that that this could be interpreted to also regulate clean agents. Read more and access the final bill: https://lnkd.in/g_w5MXqH

Calling FSSA Members in the NJ area: The New Jersey Division of Fire Safety's Fire Protection Equipment Advisory Committee is looking for applicants that are members of FSSA to serve on this New Jersey committee. Apply by June 24! Details are on the FSSA Blog: https://lnkd.in/eJ_sTchS

Did you know FSSA is presenting this month at the NFPA 2024 Conference? If you're attending, we hope to see you there! Learn more about FSSA presence at NFPA this year: https://lnkd.in/eugNwcmq T02 - Halogenated Clean Agents and PFAS – an FSSA/Industry Panel Discussion: Human & Environmental Health and Related Regulatory Development   Presented by: Joan Leedy, NFPA 11 Technical Committee on Foam Chair, Dyne Fire Protection Labs John Mackey, FSSA PFAS Task Force Member, The Mackey Group Paul Rivers, FSSA PFAS Task Force Member, Sidsson, LLC

Calling all students studying fire protection! The FSSA Educational Foundation is offering scholarships to talented and worthy individuals. Check out eligibility and complete the application today: https://lnkd.in/ec3EaVa. Deadline to submit an application is June 1. #scholarship #education #fireprotection

Last Call for Special Project Volunteers Excited to announce 🌟 the FSSA Training Program's new phase! 🚀 As the leading authority in special hazard fire protection, we're enhancing our courses with video presentations! 📹 This initiative allows members to dive deeper into subjects with expert-led mini-webinars. 📢 Calling all volunteers! Join us in shaping the future of fire safety education by contributing a video for one of our Period Two courses. 📚 Whether you're a pro in fire extinguishing, detection methods, or fire alarm systems, your knowledge can light the way for others in our industry. Your expertise can make a real impact! 🌐 Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity for professional exposure and to showcase your organization's commitment to safety. Swipe through the courses ➡️ and if one sparks your interest, let's collaborate to ignite a brighter future in fire protection! 🔥 Volunteer today & help us complete this project!! For more details, https://bit.ly/FSSATrg. #FSSA #FireSafety #VolunteerOpportunity #IndustryLeaders #EducationInnovation

The online FSSA Training Program is an important part of our mission as the leading authority and advocate of special hazard fire protection. FSSA is proud to offer this program as a complimentary benefit to members due to the continued support of volunteer contributors. This year, we are excited to work on improvements and course material updates to better serve our industry. One of our primary goals in improving the learning experience is to add video presentations (or think of them as mini prerecorded webinars) to each course. The FSSA Training & Development Committee is calling for volunteers to help with this project. If you have interest or expertise in any of the Period Two courses below, consider volunteering to record a video that will be used as learning material for the person taking the class. Along with your contribution to FSSA, this is a great way to gain industry exposure for you and your organization. Go here for more information and to sign up: https://bit.ly/FSSATrg Sign up by April 1, 2024.