by NYSPFFA | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
As announced during the Governor’s COVID-19 briefing on Tuesday, Jan. 11th, the state would be changing its approach to contact tracing because of the winter surge, with positive cases up by four-fold since December 1. Effective January 12, 2022, NY has moved to a...
by NYSPFFA | Jan 14, 2022 | nyspffa_news
The New York State Appellate Division, Third Department today issued a unanimous decision in favor of Ogdensburg’s Firefighters in which it directed the City to ensure that a minimum of five firefighters are on duty for each shift. The decision by the five judge panel...
by NYSPFFA | Jan 13, 2022 | nyspffa_news
City of Hornell Firefighter exam posting. - deadline to file 1/26, exam 3/19. Open to the public. See below link for more details. firefighter_-_city_of_hornell_63998
by NYSPFFA | Jan 1, 2022 | nyspffa_news
Please see the following message from NYSPFFA President Sam Fresina regarding the signing of S.4630B/A.5418: “Many of the products commonly used today to treat various fabrics as a fire retardant, become toxic and cancer causing chemicals when burned,” said Sam...
by NYSPFFA | Dec 22, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Per the NYS State Office of EMS, if any department uses the state’s Continuing Medical Education (CME) program to recertify their EMS certification, including Certified First Responder (CFR), must complete an electronic patient care report (ePCR). NY State Office of...
by NYSPFFA | Dec 11, 2021 | nyspffa_news
It is with a heavy heart that the City of Olean Fire Department announces that Firefighter Tracy Veno has passed away this morning at the age of 62. At this time the family requests privacy as they deal with this untimely tragedy. Firefighter Veno was a family man...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 9, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Brothers & Sisters, It is with great sadness that I share this news. For those who knew Jack or have had the honor of being in his company, you never knew what to expect but you knew you would have a great time. Jack was involved with Local 2007 from the day he...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reported firefighters face a 9 percent increase in cancer diagnoses, as well as a 14 percent increase in cancer-related deaths when compared to the general population. Vector Solutions understands these...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 30, 2021 | nyspffa_news
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE - 2 BILLS SIGNED INTO LAW ON OCTOBER 29TH BY GOVERNOR HOCHUL. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT WORKED ON GETTING THESE BILLS PASSED IN BOTH HOUSES AND SIGNED BY THE GOVERNOR. 1- Relates to disability benefits for firefighters employed by the division of...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 22, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Please see the attached document regarding the workplace related to adult-use cannabis and the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA” Click to access...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 12, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Article below published from the North County NOW. OGDENSBURG – City Manager Stephen Jellie was recently featured in a Time Magazine article that questioned if city fire departments were oversized across the nation. Among the main points raised by the author that fire...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 1, 2021 | nyspffa_news
The Annual NYS Fallen Firefighters memorial will be held on Tuesday October 5, 2021 at 11am at the Empire State Plaza. The memorial will be held downstairs. Please honor them and their family with your presence. Masks may be required so plan accordingly. A...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Brothers & Sisters, The Third District meeting will be held, at the Albany Union Hall, 39 Quail St Albany, NY on Thursday, October 7th at 10 am. Hope to see you all there! Fraternally, Andrew Hirsch 3rd District Vice President...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 9, 2021 | nyspffa_news
To our Brothers and Sisters Past and Present, As we pause to reflect on the events of September 11, 2001, we are reminded of how our lives can be changed in a moment. It was a brilliantly clear Tuesday morning – and the sky was deep, deep blue. However, in an instant...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 8, 2021 | nyspffa_news, Uncategorized
1st District Meeting Notice - 9/29 10am. Please RSVP. Hope to see you there!
