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The objectives of this Division shall be to further enhance the education of all Fire Service Administrative Support by conducting workshops and seminars; to increase the proficiency of Fire Administrative Support by establishing a network sharing of information systems through various channels of communication; and to faciliate a statewide standardization wherever possible in all phases and aspects of the Fire Administrative Support field for the benefit of the Fire Service.

Recent Fire Administrative Support News

Posted: Oct 20, 2020
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Greetings all~

At the yearly business meeting of the WFAS, usually a part of the annual conference, 2020 elections were held. Two Regional Representative terms were up this year along with that of the Secretary and Chair. Cathy Blakeway, Tumwater Fire, will continue to serve as a Regional Rep and Tasiya Deering, Moses Lake Fire, was reelected to the position of Secretary. Kristen Cole chose not to run again for the Regional Rep position she has held but has opted to remain on the board as the Hospitality/Activity committee chair. Slita Bradley, Benton County Fire District 4, was chosen to fill that Regional Rep position. Caity Karapostoles, Clallam County Fire District 3, was elected to serve for the next two years as Chairman when Mykel Montgomery stepped down. Mykel will stay on the board as Past Chair, allowing her to help deliver the 2021 WFAS Conference in Chelan postponed from October 2020. A huge shout out to everyone for stepping up to run for positions on the board and to volunteer on the various committees, along with everyone who continues to serve as board/committee members. It takes all of us to create and maintain the valuable network that is the WFAS! And along those lines, the Vice Chair position is open if you or someone you know is interested, please let me know as soon as possible. In keeping with our policies and procedures, the vacancy will be filled by a majority vote of the Executive Board at our next meeting. The person chosen will serve until the next election at the 2021 WFAS Conference,

In lieu of this year’s conference and workshops, a number of webinars are being planned for our group. Check the website and the group’s Facebook page for more information as it comes available.

Please feel free to contact me or any of the other board/committee members, if there is anything we can help you with. I welcome comments, concerns and suggestions!

Take care and stay safe.

As always,

Caity K

WFAS Chair

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Posted: Apr 21, 2020
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Wednesday April 22nd

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Posted: Jun 27, 2018
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 A recording of the hour long webinar How to Apply for a Local Records Grant is now available at Washington State Archives’ website at:

 https://www.sos.wa.gov/archives/RecordsManagement/Local-Records-Grant-Program.aspx

 

The Online Grant Application form will be available on July 2, 2018.

If anyone has questions or would like assistance in planning and preparing their application, please email recordsmanagement@sos.wa.gov.

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Posted: Apr 25, 2018
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On behalf of your Washington Fire Administrative Support (WFAS) Board and Committee Members, we would like to acknowledge your hard work, dedication and commitment to the fire service and the work that you do. We all play an integral part in the departments we work for and the communities we serve, but perhaps don’t always get the acknowledgement that goes along with it. I hope everyone feels valued for their efforts and feels the support of your network of peers within the WFAS Section. Enjoy your day and I am so excited to see 96 of you in Walla Walla at our annual conference next week!

 

Ashley Becker, WFAS Section Chair

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Posted: Apr 2, 2018
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In accordance with the Washington Fire Chiefs' Bylaws, and the WFC Fire Administrative Support current Protocols, the recommended updated version of the protocols has been posted 30 days before conference

If you would like to see a version noting all of the changes, that document is shown as well. Feel free to share any concerns or comments regarding this updated document with us at: wfc@washingtonfirechiefs.org 

The updated protocols will be voted on by members at the WFAS conference in Walla Walla, Washington on Monday, May 7th.

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Posted: Feb 21, 2018
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Nominations need to be submitted to the WFC office by Friday, April 20, 2018 to kathleen@washingtonfirechiefs.org.

  • Nominee can be nominated by any WFC member, belonging to any WFC Section – please include: nominees name, position title, years of service;
  • The nominee must be a current member of the WFAS;
  • Nomination should list the nominee’s administrative accomplishments and contributions during the previous year as well as their leadership abilities, demonstration of professional performance and personal character.  A short story should be submitted to enhance the nominee’s accomplishments.
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Posted: Aug 8, 2017
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We currently have an opening on the WFAS Executive Board for an Eastern Representative, partial term, to serve through May 2018 (until the conference in which an election will take place for a two-year term).

 

Please submit a Statement of Interest to abecker@centralpiercefire.org, no later than Tuesday, August 15, for consideration at our upcoming Board Meeting in Walla Walla.

 

Feel free to reference the WFAS Board Campaign on the website for more information on Board involvement or reach out to a Board Member.

 

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Posted: Apr 26, 2017
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On behalf of the WFAS Board, we would like to thank you for your endless dedication to the fire service and your commitment to learn and grow.

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Posted: Apr 6, 2017
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In accordance with the Washington Fire Chiefs' Bylaws, and the WFC Fire Administrative Support current Protocols, the recommended updated version of the protocols has been posted 30 days before conference

If you would like to see a version noting all of the changes, please contact us. Feel free to share any concerns or comments regarding this updated document with us at: wfc@washingtonfirechiefs.org 

The updated protocols will be voted on by members at the WFAS conference in Olympia, Washington.

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Posted: Jan 31, 2017
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Nominations need to be submitted to the WFC office by Friday, April 28th of this year, 2017.

  • Nominee can be nominated by any WFC member, belonging to any WFC Section – please include: nominees name, position title, years of service;
  • The nominee must be a current member of the WFAS;
  • Nomination should list the nominee’s administrative accomplishments and contributions during the previous year as well as their leadership abilities, demonstration of professional performance and personal character.  A short story should be submitted to enhance the nominee’s accomplishments.

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Firecom Slotted-Dome Headset provides 24 decibels of noise reduction on both its wired and wireless headsets. The product has built-in speakers in both domes that are designed for use in noisy and extreme environments. The slotted-dome design features one dome with full noise reduction and communication capabilities, while the other has no speaker. The dome without a speaker has slots cut into it so first responders can hear what's occurring around them. The product provides firefighters with hearing protection and situational awareness. It is part of Firecom's 50-Series headsets that offer hands-free, full-duplex communication for crews with up to 40 members.
-www.firecom.com, 800-527-0555

Harrison Hydraulic Solutions 2013 Harrison Performance Vehicle is designed to showcase Harrison's exclusive Integrated Hydraulic Technology (IHT) ability to power various components on an emergency service apparatus using the chassis's power take off (PTO) and a hydraulic power system. The truck is based on the Ford F series 4x4 platform using the Ford 6.7-liter Powerstroke™ Diesel and the Ford 6R140 automatic transmission with Live Drive™ PTO. The PTO supplies an 80-cc hydraulic pump that provides power to a manifold delivery system. Powered by the system are a Harrison MDS 10-kW generator and a Command Light™ 120k lumen LED light tower, a TNT PTO Twin rescue tool with two 100-foot reels equipped with a spreader and cutter, and a Darley model 1.5 AG water pump that can deliver 100 gpm at 150 psi for pump-and-roll or stationary operation.
-www.hhgiht.com, 800-723-3334

Larson Electronics EP LCD-48-2L fluorescent paint spray booth cart light is a fully functioning mobile light source. It features a new cart design for improved mobility, and its double side-rail construction and lamp cover grill protect the light fixture. It produces 10,000 lumens of light and has copper-free aluminum construction, four wheels, and a fold-down handle. This fixture is approved for most locations where gases and vapors are present and is built to resist the effects of corrosive marine conditions and wet environments. It is designed to run on universal voltages ranging from 120 to 277 VAC.
-www.larsonelectronics.com, 800-369-6671

Grace Industries TPASS® Telemetry Safety Kit features MAN-DOWN, ACCOUNTABILITY, EVACUATION, and EMERGENCY DISTRESS RF signaling. This new offering provides simple and affordable firefighter safety and accountability for smaller fire departments. For less than $20,000, the Kit contains 15 TPASS® Motion Sensing RF PASS Alarms (alkaline or rechargeable), two SuperCELL® Incident Command Monitors, and the new Portable Incident Alarm. The TPASS® Telemetry Safety Kit is expandable and supports an unlimited number of additional devices.
-www.graceindustries.com, 724-962-9231

Chinook Medical Gear LEMK-MCCI mass casualty critical intervention kit provides medical supplies needed to save lives in mass casualty and active violence incidents. The kit's contents can help rescuers control severe hemorrhage, manage serious chest wounds, and establish an airway. The LEMK-MCCI kit is lightweight and helps responders triage and treat up to six critically injured patients at one time. It features labeled compartments for easy use and includes a Rapid Triage Ribbon Module so responders can quickly categorize patients.
-www.chinookmed.com, 800-766-1365

ARI-HETRA KPP-143 king pin press improves the safety of changing a king pin by reducing accidental spindle or axle damage and allowing mechanics to work from a safe distance. The KPP-143 features an air-assisted piston that moves the press into place and a responsive hand pump that uses 143,000 lbs. of compression force to remove the king pin. It is adjustable so it can maneuver around obstacles, reducing time and effort. The press includes a tool set that allows mechanics to change king pins of various sizes.
-www.arihetra.com, 800-562-3250

SkyProbesTM SSP58 Titanium WhipVHF Antenna is a long-range antenna for handheld VHF and UHF radios. It is highly flexible and gives up to six times the range of the rubber duck antenna supplied with commercial VHF handheld radios. The SSP58 includes connectors required for various handheld radios. Communication ranges up to 75 miles have been reported.
-www.SkyProbes.com, 480-263-9060

LiveDrive 4x4 PLUS power take-off (PTO) kit is now available for Ford Super Duty trucks with diesel engines. It is flexible and allows for convenient attachment of a wide range of accessories including fire pumps up to 450 gpm, generators up to 20 kW, hydraulic pumps requiring up to 200 foot pounds of torque, and any belt or shaft-driven component load up to 200 foot pounds. The patent-pending kit routes the PTO driveline through a hollow tube in the included 4X4 transfer case. The kit also includes a choice of PTO shaft coupling and a precision ground PTO shaft with choice of output configuration.
-www.livedrive.com, 610-273-9937

National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) Cargo Tank Rollover Prevention DVD was created with help from the United States Department of Transportation to educate water tanker drivers on the special characteristics of tank truck vehicles as well as the actions they can take to avoid rollovers. The updated version of the DVD expands on the original video's content, which includes information relating to rollovers and tank truck vehicle design, cargo and load factors, highway factors, and driver factors. The new DVD hopes to reach both commercial tank truck drivers and drivers of water tankers used in emergency responses.
-www.tanktruck.org, 703-838-1960

Phenix Sidewinder Hoseroller reduces back fatigue and risk of injury. Its design aims to eliminate the need for bending over and can be mounted on a fire apparatus or at a firehouse. The product is made of lightweight aluminum and stainless steel. It can be used for hose up to three inches in diameter and can roll a 50-foot section of hose from a standing position in less than 20 seconds.
-www.phenixfirehelmets.com, 951-272-4938

Peterson Manufacturing 701C seven-inch round LED headlight is a drop-in LED replacement for all PAR56 standard headlights, including H6014, H5024, and H6024 halogen sealed beams. It meets FMVSS-108 and CMVSS-108 requirements and SAE standards. It features two OSTAR HL Pro LED devices per headlamp and is meant to last longer than traditional sealed beams. Its design is compatible with all 12- and 24-volt vehicles. The light is made of aluminum housing with a polycarbonate lens.
-www.pmledheadlights.com, 816-765-2000.

Larson Electronics explosionproof HAL-PRM-150W-LED-100 is an alternative to standard 400-watt metal halide lamps. The new surface-mount hazardous area LED light runs cooler than its alternate and is fitted with 30 CREE XLamp XPG® LED emitters. Its cast- aluminum construction and hinged tempered glass door with stainless steel hardware protect the product from corrosion. It produces 14,790 lumens of light and has a 50,000-hour operational life. The light is approved for outdoor marine locations and is available in floodlight and spotlight configurations.
-www.larsonelectronics.com, 800-369-6671

MediDock emergency vehicle anti-idling system allows vehicle operators to reduce idling time. Reduced idling time saves fuel and lessens the wear and tear that idling causes on the engine. It is designed for parked ambulances located at hospitals or satellite locations. After studies revealed diesel fumes are closely linked to the causes of lung cancer, MediDock was developed to make idling ambulances more environmentally safe. It eliminates air and noise pollution while maintaining the battery charge of the vehicle. MediDock supplies the vehicle with heat, air conditioning, and a functioning electrical cord, even when the engine is off.
-www.airedock.com, 203-710-9955

ESS Credence™ sunglass deals a hefty dose of performance, protection, and style. Credence features military-grade high-impact polycarbonate lenses with distortion-free optics and is ANSI Z87.1-compliant. Its large fitting frame features low-profile temple arms for comfort when worn with over-the-ear hearing protection, comm devices, hats, or helmets. All ESS lenses provide 100 percent UVA/UVB protection. Medium to large fit, these units are available in a variety of frame and lens colors. They are compliant with U.S. MIL SPEC MIL-PRF-31013 (clause 3.5.1.1), ANSI Z87.1-2010, CE, and OSHA. United States first responders receive 40 percent off ESS sunglasses.
-www.esseyepro.com/Credence, 877-726-4072

Bauer CFS 5.5 (5500 PSIG) Total Containment SCBA Fill Stations are available for both stationary and mobile applications with one-, two-, and three-position configurations. The new UNICUS III "Fire Edition" design is customizable to unique fire station service seals or symbols.
-www.bauercomp.com, 757-855-6006

Larson Electronics remote-controlled GL-30004 LED Golight Stryker has an LED lamp and produces 2,500 lumens of light. The light is weatherproof and fully remote-controlled and connects directly to standard 12-volt electrical systems. The product's LED spotlight lasts for 50,000 hours and illuminates objects 900 feet away. Its UV-resistant housing protects against rain and corrosion. The product includes a handheld remote control that switches the power on and off and can rotate or tilt the light from 100 feet away.
-www.larsonelectronics.com, 800-369-6671

Elkhart Brass COBRA EXM monitor is now available with 1,500-gpm capabilities. Intelligent but simple, intuitive while reliable, tough yet easy, the COBRA EXM was designed for efficiency and performance with diverse capability offerings including 1,250- and 1,500-gpm options with less friction loss, standard and severe duty application options available, EXM control technology package, and easy-to-use two-way controls that allow wired or wireless operation. Customers who purchase and register any Cobra EXM monitor between now and April 6, 2014, are eligible to receive $1,000 credit toward future Elkhart Brass orders. The credit can be used toward any Elkhart Brass product including nozzles, valves, accessories, and so on.
-www.cobraexm.com, 800-346-0250

SURE-STEP II operator-friendly ladder provides safe access to the top of any apparatus. The ladder stores in a low-profile position parallel to the truck body. To use, the bottom section simply flips down, rotating the ladder to a comfortable 10-degree climbing angle. When finished, the bottom section flips up, causing the ladder to return to a vertical stored position. The cam-action design locks the ladder in both the working and stored position, providing simple one-hand operation.
-www.fireladder.com, 800-752-2526

Agaia Inc. Evolve® Bunker Gear Laundry is an all-natural cleaning and laundry technology powerful enough to safely remove smoke, soot, odors, and cancer-causing toxins from bunker gear and apparatus. Evolve is fully compliant with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1851, Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting, guidelines. Evolve's Active-Capture® technology proactively captures and breaks down soils, grease, grime, odor causing bacteria, and virtually all other unwanted contaminates at the molecular level in seconds, leaving no dangerous residues behind on the surfaces cleaned or in the environment. Agaia offers two complete Evolve new introductory product kits for fire departments, including Evolve Bunker Gear Laundry, Evolve All-Surface, Evolve Window & Glass, Evolve Industrial 203, and Evolve Hard Water & Scale Remover. These products are 100 percent free of chemicals and ammonia. Evolve is also being used to remove heavy water scale buildup from fire hydrants during emergencies.
-bunkergear.agaiainc.com, 800-992-4242

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