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All Risk Is Not Created Equal: The Power of Granular Risk Analysis in Fire Prevention

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  December 9, 2024 All Risk Is Not Created Equal: The Power of Granular Risk Analysis in Fire Prevention The Vision 20/20 Blog Please Share: In the realm of fire prevention and community safety, there’s a pervasive tendency to view risk through a wide-angle lens. We often rely on broad categories, aggregated data, and sweeping generalizations, mistakenly believing we have a comprehensive understanding of the problem. However, the reality is far more intricate:  all risk is not created equal . The Illusion of the 30,000-Foot View Imagine surveying a landscape from the cockpit of an airplane. From that lofty vantage point, everything appears uniform, flat, and seemingly predictable. In fire risk analysis, we frequently fall into a similar trap. We categorize incidents as “Structure Fires,” a monolithic label that obscures the rich tapestry of fire types, each with its own unique characteristics, causes, and potential for prevention.  Frequently, fire departments utilize a g...
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Updated Statewide Training Opportunities

Just a quick update with late breaking training information.     1) PIO training.   Great news, we were able to squeeze in another PIO training course Dec 16-18 in Goodyear. See the attached for information about the online prerequisite and how to register for this free training.    2) 2025 Arizona First Responder PIO Roundtable . .space still available.  DPS is proud to announce the second annual Arizona First Responder PIO Roundtable on January 23, 2025 from 8:00 - 4:00 at 2222 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix. PIOs and supervisors of PIOs from law enforcement agencies (from all levels - local, county, state, and federal), military, fire departments, and prosecutor offices.  This training will feature a morning session from the same speaker as last year, Steve Gregory, and an afternoon revolving around case studies and the lessons learned from those experiences as well as group conversation about what PIOs are currently seeing, changes PIOs have h...
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Helpful NFPA Resources

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  Here are some NFPA resources that may be helpful: Marina and Boating NFPA Safety Tip Sheet:   https://www.nfpa.org/ downloadable-resources/safety- tip-sheets/marina-and-boating- safety Fire Protection Research Foundation Marina Risk Reduction Report:    https://www.nfpa.org/ education-and-research/ research/fire-protection- research-foundation/projects- and-reports/marina-risk- reduction NFPA Article in 2022 - Navigating Electrical Safety Through Marina Waters:   https://www.nfpa.org/news- blogs-and-articles/blogs/2022/ 05/23/navigating-electrical- safety-through-marina-waters NFPA Article in 2024 (which also includes additional links within the article to other resources):  Safety Tips to Protect Against Electric Shock Drowning in Pools and at Marinas:    https://www.nfpa.org/about- nfpa/press-room/news-releases/ 2024/nfpa-offers-tips-to- prevent-electric-shock- drowning NFPA EMAC Desk Reference (2020 Edition), Section 12.5, Marine an...
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Updated Statewide PIO contact list and training information

  Just a quick note to share the latest contact list and training information.     1) 2025 Arizona First Responder PIO Roundtable.  DPS is proud to announce the second annual Arizona First Responder PIO Roundtable on January 23, 2025 from 8:00 - 4:00 at 2222 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix. PIOs and supervisors of PIOs from law enforcement agencies (from all levels - local, county, state, and federal), military, fire departments, and prosecutor offices.  This training will feature a morning session from the same speaker as last year, Steve Gregory, and an afternoon revolving around case studies and the lessons learned from those experiences as well as group conversation about what PIOs are currently seeing, changes PIOs have had to make recently, and trends PIOs are seeing right now.  Lunch will be included and space is limited.   To register  for this free event, please email AZDPS Public Information Supervisor, Sgt. Eric Andrews, at  ea...
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Statewide PIO Opportunities

  1) Election preparation.   DEMA will be coordinating a virtual JIC for the upcoming election (and days after). The purpose is for PIOs to share messaging/safety concerns/rumors, etc. This JIC is not meant to compete with any local efforts or election processes, but to give a statewide view of emerging issues/concerns/trends for contingency planning. I will be sharing an initial invite to the Microsoft Teams Election JIC channel to county/tribal EM PIOs and specific state PIOs. Additional PIOs may be added as things get flushed out further.     2) PIO Press Conference Training.  AZ DPS is hosting PIO Press Conference Training on  Dec. 11  from 8:00 - 4:00 at 2222 W. Encanto Blvd, Phoenix.  This class is meant for new PIOs, whether part-time or full-time, who may be asked to hold a press conference regarding a major event.  This class teaches the basic do's and don'ts for press conferences and gives students scenario-based training ...
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September 2024 Edition / FDAZ - NEWS YOU CAN USE

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      The 2024 United Fire Firefighter of the Year Award was announced at the 51st Annual Arizona Fire School opening ceremony on Thursday, September 5th, at the Mesa Convention Center.  We had the privilege this year of honoring Captain Frederic Burkhardt IV from the Gila Bend Fire Department. Fred’s extraordinary courage was evident during a critical incident at his own fire station. When a hydraulic hose burst, causing a fire engine cab to suddenly drop and critically injure Paramedic Cody Jordan, Fred’s quick thinking and decisive actions were vital in saving his colleague’s life. Despite the intensity of the situation, Fred coordinated the rescue efforts with remarkable composure, freeing Cody from under the cab and ensuring his survival. Fred's unwavering commitment to his team and his extraordinary courage in the face of adversity exemplify the qualities of a true firefighter, making him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award. You can view the entire ...
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NFPA Southwest Region Updates – August 2024

  NFPA Southwest Region Updates – August 2024 ARIZONA – CALIFORNIA – COLORADO – KANSAS – MISSOURI – NEVADA – NEW MEXICO – UTAH – WYOMING   NFPA News and Events   • 2024 Fire Prevention Week (FPW)   FPW is coming up, October 6-12, 2024. This year's FPW campaign theme is: "Smoke Alarms: Make  them WORK for you!", with resources available here: 2024 Fire Prevention Week Resources .  ➢ NFPA recently hosted a webinar about 2024 FPW and associated resources. A recording of the  webinar is available: 2024 Fire Prevention Week NFPA Webinar .  ➢ Explore the NFPA Fire Prevention Week Catalog: 2024 NFPA Fire Prevention Week Catalog .  ➢ NFPA will once again be sponsoring Joey Gase at the NASCAR Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona  International Speedway on August 24, 2024, to help promote Fire Prevention Week. Here is the  press release: NFPA Collaboration with Joey Gase for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona .  • NFPA Single Exit Stair Sympos...
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