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Section Chair's Welcome Letter:

WFC Public Fire Educators is a section of the Washington Fire Chiefs, representing nearly 100 departments throughout the State of Washington. WPFE is dedicated to the reduction of injuries and lives lost due to fire and other hazards through prevention programs.

WPFE Goals:

  • The promotion of professional interaction with the citizens of Washington State.
  • The standardization of comprehensive educational materials and programs throughout  the State of Washington.
  • Cooperative development and planning with other fire service divisions, WFC Section and other related organization.
  • Educational opportunities for fire and life safety educators.

Members learn together and from each other. Sharing resources and ideas is the mainstay of this organization. We strive for standardization of concepts to serve our communities more effectively and we encourage creativity to personalize and enhance our audience appeal.

Educational opportunities are provided at minimal cost to ensure that public educators are prepared to develop, present, and evaluate their programs - not to mention inspired to present them! 

Four business meetings are held annually and the dates are posted to our website. The business of the section is determined at these meetings, so your participation is encouraged and welcomed. It's easy to join - simply click "Join WPFE" on the right. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact any Board Member. We will be glad to help in any way possible

WPFE is always on the lookout for innovative, creative, friendly educators who wish to help us combat fire and injury in Washington State. As our mission says, we "Ignite Awareness, Extinguish Risk."
 
Sincerely Welcome,
 
Ben Shearer, Chair

PFE Section Board

 CHAIR - Ben Shearer (Pasco Fire)

VICE-CHAIR - Erica Littlewood (South Whatcom Fire Authority).

PAST CHAIR - Melanie Taylor (Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority)  

PIO - Jamie McIntyre (Spokane Fire) 

SECRETARY - Shawneri Guzman 

(South Sno Fire)

BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE- Kelly Hawks - (Valley Regional Fire Authority)

MEETING INFORMATION

WPFE meets quarterly for business meetings. The location varies to afford departments around the state the ability to attend. The Annual Business Meeting is for the purpose of installing officers newly elected.  Currently, meetings are scheduled each year in March, May during the Washington State Chiefs conference, August, and October during the Fire Prevention Institute hosted by WASFM, unless otherwise noted.

Anyone may attend a general WPFE meeting, even if they are not a member.  We encourage everyone to join us and share their ideas with other public educators!

We are always looking for motivated educators and PIO's to share their ideas with others around the state.  Currently we are working with the Washington State Fire Marshal's Office to provide Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 with IFSAC certificate on each side of the state every other year. This years class is being hosted by The Spokane Fire Department March 31-April 3. The cost is $300 Contact Jamie McIntyre at SFD.  jmcintyre@spokanefire.org 

Impact Teen Drivers program is being offered in Kent coming up March 10 at 930 AM - 130 PM Register at info@impactteendrivers.org

If you have questions about the WPFE or CRR programs please feel free to contact me.  

Ben Shearer

shearerb@pasco-wa.gov

Recent PFE News

Product News

Posted: Jan 9, 2015
Categories: Fire Mechanics
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LEADER Sar multiuse helmet

The LEADER Sar multiuse helmet has been designed to meet the highest levels of protection combined with the highest possible levels of comfort and usability. Lightweight and comfortable, the helmet offers a high level of impact protection, which gives the wearer excellent protection from impact and shock both from above and from the sides. The LEADER Sar all-risks helmet is suitable for many applications. It is tested to 11 different standards, giving it the versatility to be used in a wide range of applications including search and rescue, confined space, water rescue, forestry firefighting, technical rescue, and more. It is available in many colors, including Hi-Viz yellow, Hi-Viz orange, white, red, black, royal blue, olive green, and navy blue. www.LeaderNorthAmerica.com, 704-662-3377


Gerber Outerwear's SX Soft Shell Job Shirt

Gerber Outerwear's SX Soft Shell Job Shirt provides ASTM 1671 Level BBP protection. The SX Soft Shell Job Shirt's outer shell is made of BioTex Barrier Fabric. The BioTex Barrier Fabric has been independently tested to and meets the requirements of the ASTM F 1671 Test Method for Resistance of Materials Used in Protective Clothing to Penetration by Blood Borne Pathogens. BioTex Barrier Fabric is waterproof, windproof, breathable, and blood-borne pathogen resistant. This lightweight fabric provides an effective barrier against all types of inclement weather while still allowing hot, humid air to escape. Despite its soft feel, BioTex Barrier Fabric is tough enough to stand up to rugged use. It also features an elasticized draw cord waistband with adjustable barrel clips, adjustable cuffs, Scotchlite™ reflective piping, segmented mic strips on the shoulders, oversized set-in hand-warmer pockets, and zippered set-in chest pockets. www.TheFireStore.com, 800-852-6088


DEUS Rescue Fire Escape Anchor

DEUS Rescue Fire Escape Anchor is for use by firefighters and other emergency personnel in at-height escape and rescue scenarios. The interior contour is lined with specially designed "teeth." The teeth are rounded to protect hands and ropes while providing a firm grip on window frames, wall studs, pipes, and other framework. Weighing 8.6 ounces, the new anchor is made from aluminum alloy, making it strong yet lightweight. Extra connection points make this anchor versatile in nearly any rigging situation, such as window frame anchoring, wall breaching, girth hitching, and more. The DEUS Fire Escape Anchor is compatible with the DEUS Firefighter Bailout & Rescue Kit and all NFPA-compliant firefighter escape systems. www.deusrescue.com/fire-escape-anchor, 866-405-3461


Holmatro Secunet III air bag protection cover

Holmatro Secunet III air bag protection cover is an all-in-one solution to neutralize the impact of an accidental air bag explosion after a road traffic collision. With the new Secunet III, rescuers don't need to waste time choosing the right size air bag protection cover at the scene of an accident. Whether it's a car, van, bus, or truck they are dealing with, the Secunet III fits on all steering wheels with a diameter of 35 to 51 cm. The air bag protection cover is quick and easy to install. Rescuers put it on the steering wheel and tighten it by evenly pulling the straps. As it also covers part of the steering column, it minimizes the escape of gas and parts. It is made of an aramid reinforced fabric, making it strong but also flexible for smooth installation. www.holmatro.com, 410-768-9662


Kussmaul Auto Pump Status Center

Kussmaul Auto Pump Status Center P/N 091-198-12-AP brings fire departments a digital reading of the air tank pressure of pumps and a min/max digital bar graph reading. The Pump Plus Status Center P/N 091-198-12-PP (shown) provides a digital battery voltage readout and a digital air tank pressure reading as well as both a battery condition bar graph and a digital air tank condition bar graph. www.kussmaul.com, 800-346-0857

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