California firefighters and fire departments can now obtain the latest in online EMS training from the National Paramedic Institute (NPI) at a discount, thanks to a new partnership agreement between IAFF, NPI, and California Professional Firefighters.
Would-be California firefighters converged on the CPAT testing centers in Orange and Dublin for the second California Firefighter Recruitment Fairs. Presented by CPF co-sponsored California Fire Fighter Joint Apprenticeship Committee (CFFJAC), the fairs gave candidates an “up close and personal” look at what it takes to be a first responder. Nearly 600 people attended the two sessions -- April 12th in Orange, and April 19th in Dublin.
In anticipation of another blistering fire season, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has issued an Executive Order to allocate additional resources to protect the state. The governor's order authorizes additional staffing "as warranted, based on fire threat conditions" and urges expanded enforcement of defensible space and fireworks laws.
Want to win some cool cash for those hot-shot fire line photos? Then enter CPF's 2008 Photo Contest. Whether you're a serious photographer or a weekend shutterbug, you can win up to $1,500 for your best shots of fires and firefighters, whether they're in the hot zone or working at the station. Deadline for submitting photos is June 15th. CLICK HERE FOR RULES AND DETAILS
As it has in the past, CPF again enjoyed an enviable success record in the June 3rd Primary Election. The CPF-endorsed candidates won more than 90% of the time, including several high-profile contests on both sides of the political aisle. In addition, voters backed the CPF position on the two statewide propositions on the ballot.