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Ohio State Firefighters’ Association

FEATURE DEPARTMENT: Gallia County

FEATURE ARTICLE: Developing Leaders

74TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

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Chairman of the Board

Paul Tieman1698 State Route 125Amelia, OH 45102-2348

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President

Mark Roberts3496 S. Weymouth RoadMedina, OH 44256-7204

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1st Vice President

Jason Pollitt3747 Bass Road

Williamsburg, OH 45176513-824-9106

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2nd Vice President

Robert Norman429 West Street

New Vienna, OH 45159-9535937-728-1661

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Secretary/Treasurer

Rodger SansomP.O. Box 400

Mogadore, OH 44260-0400800-825-OSFA

[email protected]

Co-ChaplainJon W. Barker

86 Willow Ridge Ct.Maineville, OH 45039

513-774-9267

Co-ChaplainLarry Skruck503 Ardale Dr.

Wadsworth, OH 44281330 620 -1178

Legal CounselPorter “Chip” Welch

P.O. Box 657Sunbury, OH 43074

614-774-0390Fax: 740-625-6271

Nat. Volunteer Fire CouncilRoger Bair - Chairperson2851 Hallock Young Rd.

Warren, OH 44481330-824-2676

Tim Adams - Alternate

PublicationsTim Flath

134 Tolbert StreetWadsworth, OH 44281

[email protected]

PSS - Fire SubcommitteePhil McLean-Chairman3356 Revere Road

Richfield, OH 44286-9705330-659-4507

Eric Waltemire – MemberMark Mankins – Member

PSS Representatives EMS:Mark Resanovich - Chairperson

Joyce Fisher - MemberDeanna Harris - Member

Credentials, Ways & MeansG. Thomas Manning

3565 McCafferty RoadFayetteville, OH(513) 875-4218

Steve Skeldon - Member

Executive Director Jerry Lupfer

Safety Officer Pineapple Raymond

Resolutions – S.E.R.C. Willie Brantingham

P.O. Box 79Winona, OH 44493

330-222-1920

AuditingScott McClellan – Term Ex 12

1206 Everbright DrUniontown, OH 44685

330-472-0260Tim Adams – Term Ex 11Jerry Lupfer – Term Ex 13

Budget ReviewRichard Donley - Chairperson

7683 Olde 8 RoadBoston Heights, OH 44236

330-653-5913Tim Adams - Member

Don Alexander - Member

Conference ChairmanJason Pollitt

3747 Bass RoadWilliamsburg, OH 45176

513-824-9106

EducationDan Romanoff

279 Redfern RoadChippewa Lake, OH 44215-9602

330-769-4686 (H)330-410-3796(C)

V.F.I.S. Insurance &Insurance Committee

Joe Stewart69 Foster-Maineville Road

P.O. Box 279Maineville, OH 45039

Darlene Kimball - Co-Chair

Legal Defense Trust FundTim Adams - Chairman - Term Exp 12

35810 Neff RoadGrafton, OH 44044-9260

(330) 483-4923Jason Pollitt - Member - Term Exp 13Scott McClellan - Member - Term Exp 11Jerry Lupfer - Member - Term Exp 14

Rodger Sansom - Comptroller1-800-825-6732

Ohio Rural Fire CouncilTed Fulling

4272 Weymouth RoadMedina, OH 44256

330-461-0201Harold Sparks - Alternate

Scholarships & AwardsTim Adams - Chairperson

35810 Neff RoadGrafton, OH 44044

330-483-4923Scott Skeldon - MemberJerry Lupfer - Member

Radio FrequencyScott Skeldon

9689 US Highway 42, NorthPlain City, OH 43064

614-873-8990

NominationsHarold SparksP.O. Box 72

Fayetteville, OH 45118-0072513-875-3721Cliff Mason

Legislative CommitteeScott Highley - Chairperson

6500 North High St.Worthington, OH 43085

614-885-7640Cliff Mason - Member

Steve Skeldon - MemberJerry Lupfer - Member

YouthTodd German - Chairperson

263 West Ottawa St.Richwood, OH 43344

740-943-2883Mike Sherron - MemberJim Urzykowski - MemberJerald Miller - MemberBrett Bowen - Member

MembershipJason Pollitt

Williamsburg, OH 45176513-724-1669

Ted Fulling - North & East330-461-0201

Bob Campbell - South & West

Past PresidentsRichard DonleyWilliam ShroyerRaleigh JuilleratGeorge BrownKen LaughlinHarold SparksDane WilliamsRodger SansomJim WaugamanJerry LupferRoger Bair

G. Thomas ManningPaul Tieman

August 2011 OSFA NEWS 3

IN THIS ISSUEOfficers Pages ..........................5-10

Conference Info ......................11-20

CSFI News ....................................23

FEATURE DEPARTMENT ................26

FF Driver Taining Article................29

FEATURE ARTICLE....................30-31

SERC Minutes..........................32-33

Awards / Scholarships..............34-39

Ohio Firefighter News ..................44

FEATURE ARTICLE:DEVELOPING LEADERSpg. 30-31

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I want to welcome everyoneto the 2011 Ohio StateFirefighters’ AssociationConference. We are going tohave a great few days togetherand continue the business oftaking care of Ohio Firefighters.I can’t believe it has been twoyears already and will turn overthe reins of the presidency to avery able Jason Pollitt. It hastruly been an honor to servethe greatest firefighters onearth and hopefully we haveaccomplished a few good thingsand I hope to leave a lastinglegacy.

I am also very proud toannounce a new partnershipwith American Income Life thatprovides $3000.00 accidentaldeath and dismemberment coverage for all members of ourassociation. This coverage is ineffect 24 hours a day and is atno cost to our members. Ifanyone gets word that some-one’s family may be due, pleasecall us immediately.

I also want to thank all ofthose that continue to workevery day for the associationand see the big picture and theimportance of the OSFA. We arealways looking for additionalhelp and anyone wanting to getinvolved please call one of theofficers or send us an email.

I sincerely want to thankJason, Bob, Jerry, Rodger,Angie, and Sue for the hardwork that went into this year’sconference. Until you have donea conference, you have no ideahow much work goes into making them a success. Theseguys are proven veterans thatmake it look easy but they have worked long hours to giveyou a great conference. Many,Many Thanks.

I want to add a specialthank you to our chaplainsPastor Jon Barker and LarrySkruck who always give 110%regardless of their own issues.They have served with honorand integrity and will continueto serve long pasttheir retirements.I also want to askeveryone to keepPastor Barker inyour thoughts andprayers; he isgoing throughsome very difficultmedical issues. Ofcourse thinking ofothers first, hecalled me with areport from hishospital bed.“Pastor Barker, we are all prayingfor your swiftrecovery, butplease take careand stop worryingabout us”

Finally, I havea request for all ofyou. Please takeyour safety andthe safety of your

department members very seri-ously. We have a very dangerous job that we performas routine on a daily basis butplease stop and take a momentto reaffirm a safe operation. Theeasiest is Wear Your Seat Belt.The federal government coineda phrase for security but it alsoapplies very well to safety: “IFYOU SEE SOMETHING SAYSOMETHING”. Please be safe soeveryone can return home totheir families after the run.

It has truly been an honor,

Mark Roberts, President OSFA

Mark Roberts

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It’s that time of the year again,conference is here. I would like towelcome everybody to the 2011annual conference in ClintonCounty. The committee and I havespent a lot of time over the lastyear planning this conference and Iwould like to take the time to thankthem for all the hard work it tookto make it a success.

Since this is the conference edition of the magazine, I wouldlike to mention that we have madea couple of changes this year.

1) We have cut some things fromthe conference to make it a day shorter.

2) We have also moved our Julyboard meeting to be held duringthe conference.

Both ideas have their pros andcons but we are trying it. So if youhave any questions or commentsabout them or if you have differentideas, please don’t hesitate to con-tact me. We need your input so wecan go forward with this matter.

As I move into the office ofPresident, I would like to take sometime to tell you that I am open earsfor any suggestions you may haveto get younger people involved inthe association or anything to help

us grow. You will be seeing somechanges in the committees.

I would also like to thank Rev.Barker for the time he gave theorganization over the last few years.Hope you enjoy your retirement.

The officers of this associationcontinue to work hard for you, butwe need input from the memberson how they would like us to moveforward for the fire service in Ohio.

If you have any question or if Ican help you in anyway, pleasedon’t hesitate to contact me.My e-mail address [email protected] or you can call me at (513) 824-9106.

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

Jason Pollitt

2011 Conference is Here!

WHO? Ohio State Firefighters AssociationWHAT? 74th. Annual ConferenceWHEN? August, 5th, 6th, 7th. 2011WHERE? Roberts Convention Centre,

Wilmington, Ohio 45177

SECOND VICE PRESIDENT

Robert Norman

We encourage you to attend to the Ohio State FirefightersAssociation conference which willbe held in Wilmington, Ohio, at theRoberts Convention Centre. August5th, 6th, 7th, 2011.

If you are unable to attend all ofthe conference but would like toattend the education program onFriday or Saturday, you can attendfor a $30.00 fee. Education for theemergency personal is mostimportant with all the new changes being made in Ohio.

Every year the Ohio StateFirefighters Association holds theirannual conference to help educateFire and EMS personnel through-out the state of Ohio. The Fireclasses will have instructors fromSouthwest Ohio, and the EMSclasses will be taught by the OhioState University Medical Center,Columbus, Ohio.

We are aware that classes get tobe tiresome but are a must to havein order to keep up with the “CEU’srequired. But, combined with the

hands on training at your station,you will be better prepared to serve your family, friends and community.

Hope to see you at the conference,

Robert E. Norman


As we reach the half waypoint of 2011, there are still 33departments and individualmembers that have not paidtheir dues. If your dues are notcurrent, you will not have avote at this year’s conference. Itcould also delay any paymentfrom the Legal Defense TrustFund if you are a member. Forthose of you that use V.F.I.S.for your sickness and accidentinsurance carrier, it could putyour 15 percent discount injeopardy. Please try to get yourdues current if you haven’tdone so already.

There are still severaldepartments that have not registered for our new Line ofDuty Death benefit. If yourdepartment is not registered asof August 1st, we will assumethat your department does notwish to participate in this freeprogram. Information and regis-tration forms are available onthe website. Call me if you haveany questions concerning yourdepartment’s status.

As of June 15th, we moved4 departments and individualmembers to the inactive list.These were departments thatwere more than two yearsbehind in their dues. Many ofthese departments lost mem-bership in the Legal DefenseTrust Fund. If you have any

questions concerning your duesstatus, please contact me.

I would also like thank ToddGerman and his committee fortheir hard work and efforts foranother successful YouthCamp. They have developed aquality program for cadets andthe O.S.F.A. is proud to sponsortheir efforts. If you have a cadetprogram at your department,you should consider sendingthem through this program. Itwill give them a true indicationas to what the fire service is allabout. And, O.S.F.A. membersreceive a discount on thetuition fees.

It takes good people to makethe association successful andrun smoothly. Unfortunately,we are losing one of those “goodfolks” due to the retirement ofChaplain Jon Barker. ChaplainBarker has become a goodfriend and I sincerely appreciatethe time he has spent attendingto the spiritual needs of theassociation and its members.

I know I will personally misstalking with Jon about ourmodel railroading hobby.During his tenure, we were ableto share some good memories(even though he wasPennsylvania RR guy and Ialways liked the B & O).

It is unlikely that ChaplainJon will be at the conferencedue to a rehab assignment hehas taken on because of arecent fall. We hope he continues to improve and thathe is back home again soon.

Welcome to Douglas Tull whohas accepted the position of ournew Chaplain I look forward toworking with Doug as heattends to the spiritual needs of the association.

Remember to check ourwebsite for information aboutour scholarships and otherawards that are available fromthe association. Please takeadvantage of these benefits thatwe offer.

I hope see you at this year’sconference. Jason Pollitt andhis committee have been work-ing hard to make sure we haveanother quality conference forthe membership and auxiliary.We are using this edition of theOhio Firefighter as the confer-ence book. Those attending theconference will receive a copy intheir welcome bags.

If there is anything youneed or if you have any ques-tions concerning the associa-tion, please let me know. Weneed your input to move theassociation forward.

Rodger Sansom

SECRETARY / TREASURER

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A year ago I provided a briefoverview of Ohio’s statutory immunityprovisions contained within the OhioRevised Code. As you may recall, Ohiolaw does not provide “blanket” immu-nity for all of our actions as employeesof a government agency. There are sev-eral exceptions to the immunity provi-sions and this area of the law is fairlydynamic considering plaintiffs’ (andinsurance companies’) efforts toexpand the liability of the governmentand its employees.

The Ohio Supreme Court recentlydecided a case that involved a FireChief, an employee, allegations ofemployment discrimination, and thedefense of statutory immunity. Thecase is Zumwalde v. Madeira andIndian Hill Joint Fire District, et al.(128 Ohio St.3d 492, 2011-Ohio-1603).

ISSUE“The issue … is whether R.C.

2744.09(B) removes immunity from anemployee of a political subdivision in acivil action filed against the employeeby another employee of the same polit-ical subdivision when the civil actionrelates to a matter that arises out ofthe employment relationship…” (id at 492).

FACTSPlaintiff Zumwalde was offered

full-time employment with Defendantcontingent upon successfully passing aphysical examination. (id at 493). Aspart of the examination, she completeda questionnaire certifying that she didnot have nor did she ever have backproblems. It was later learned thatPlaintiff had chiropractic treatment forback pain beginning two months

before she completed the question-naire. (id at 493). Two months afterher physical exam, Plaintiff sustaineda work-related back injury and filed aworkers’ compensation claim. (id at493). As part of the investigation ofPlaintiff’s workers’ compensationclaim, the Fire Chief discoveredPlaintiff’s treatment for back problemsand related falsification of her physicalexamination questionnaire. Ultimatelythe Fire District decided to suspendPlaintiff Zumwalde for 20 days basedon her falsification of the physicalexamination questionnaire. (id at 493).

Plaintiff Zumwalde filed suitagainst the Fire District and the FireChief, alleging retaliation for a previousdiscrimination suit that she had filedand the workers’ compensation claim.The Fire District and the Fire Chieffiled a motion for summary judgment.The Fire Chief asserted that as anemployee, he was immune from suitper R.C. 2744.03(A)(6) because therewas no evidence that he had actedmaliciously, in bad faith, or in a wan-ton or reckless manner so as to losehis immunity protections. (id at 493).The Court of Common Pleas denied themotion for summary judgment and theFire Chief appealed. The First DistrictCourt of Appeals decided to apply R.C.2744.09(B) and held that immunitywas removed because the matterinvolved a civil action filed by oneemployee of a political subdivisionagainst another employee and thematter involved the employment rela-tionship. The First District found infavor of Plaintiff Zumwalde and theFire Chief appealed to the OhioSupreme Court.

ANALYSISThe Fire Chief argued that R.C.

2744.09(B) removes immunity only asto the political subdivision and not theimmunity of the fellow employee. (id at

494). The reason for this is becauseR.C. 2744.09(B) does not specificallymention removing the immunity pro-tections of the employee, whereas R.C.2744.09(A) does specifically mentionthe employee’s immunity protection.Therefore, these two code sections donot operate the same because the leg-islature did not draft them the same.

Zumwalde argued that R.C.2744.09(B) precludes both politicalsubdivisions and their employees fromasserting immunity in cases arisingout of the employment relationship. (idat 495). Her argument centers on thedifference between the terms “civilaction” and “civil claim.”

The Supreme Court looked at theplain meaning of the language of R.C.2744.09(B). The Court concluded thatsince the legislature did not include“employee” in R.C. 2744.09(B), then itdid not mean to remove the immunityafforded to employees as the legisla-ture had done to political subdivisionsthrough this particular section. (id at496). In addition, Zumwalde’s publicpolicy arguments fail because the plainmeaning of the language in R.C.2744.09(B) is unambiguous. (id at496).

APPLICATIONKeep in mind that this decision

DOES NOT apply to you and/or yourorganization if you are a part of a pri-vate corporation providing fire and/oremergency medical services. We mustlook at the impact of this decision onfire officers as employees of a politicalsubdivision. This decision does clearlyexplain that a fellow employee cannotbe held liable in a civil action for amatter arising out of the employmentrelationship. Essentially a fire officer orfirefighter cannot be held personallyliable for their actions involving a fel-low employee or firefighter with respectto their employment relationship, i.e.,

Porter “Chip” Welch

LEGAL COUNSEL

THE SUPREME COURT’S CLARIFICATION OFSTATUTORY IMMUNITY


an officer issuing orders, an officerissuing discipline to a subordinate,errors in processing payroll or benefits, etc.

This does not mean, though, thatemployees can discriminate towardeach other, harass each other, inten-tionally harm one another, or other-wise act maliciously, in bad faith, orrecklessly toward each other. Thesetypes of acts are not protected by theimmunity statutes and the employeewho performs these types of acts

would be held personally liable.The best defense to any potential

civil liability is to avoid the situation inthe first place. This begins with thehiring process and the promotionalprocess. It also requires having well-drafted policies and procedures inplace and educating your employees onthose policies and procedures. Finally,when these issues do arise, consultwith competent legal counsel as soonas possible.

This article is provided solely forinformational purposes. This article isnot, nor should it be construed as, legaladvice. If you have specific issues,questions, and/or concerns,contact competent legal counsel.

WELCOME:Wyandot East Fire District

Wyandot CountyTo the association as new members!

As temperatures soar eachsummer, firefighters face a new,very dangerous risk – heatstress.

Hot weather can lead to fire-fighters experiencing heatcramps (involuntary muscle con-tractions), heat exhaustion(weakness, fatigue, nausea) orheat stroke (extreme elevationsin body temperature). Heat canalso increase the risk of firefight-er injuries as it may result insweaty palms, fogged-up safetyglasses and dizziness. Burnsmay also occur as a result ofaccidental contact with hot sur-faces or steam.

According to the Center forDisease Control, workers atgreater risk of heat stressinclude those who are 65 yearsof age or older, are overweight,have heart disease or high bloodpressure, or take

medications that may be affectedby extreme heat.

NFPA 1584 outlines the stan-dards for firefighters in prevent-ing heat stress and rehabilitatingon the scene.

Recommendations for firefighters:• Drink water frequently. Drinkenough water that you neverbecome thirsty. You shouldstart drinking water beforeyour shift begins and continueto drink water following yourshift.

• Wear breathable, loose fittingclothing such as cotton t-shirtsand under garments to helpsweat evaporate. Avoid non-breathing synthetic clothing.

• Gradually build up to heavywork to become acclimated tothe hotter weather.

• Schedule training, when possible, during the coolestparts of day.

• Take more breaks in extremeheat and humidity.

• Avoid drinks with caffeine,alcohol, and large amounts of sugar.

• Be aware that protective cloth-ing or personal protectiveequipment may increase therisk of heat stress.

• Monitor your physical condi-tion and that of your cowork-ers. Always train and workwith a fellow firefighter or para-medic and keep an eye out foreach other.

U.S. Military Heat IndexCalculator:http://www.eustis.army.mil/weather/weather_products/wxcon-versions.htm#HeatIndex

STATE FIRE MARSHALPreventing Heat Stress for Firefighters

Dear Members,As your representative on the Fire Sub

Committee, we once again have continued to staybusy with many new projects. The committee continues to move forward with the following projects and working for the advancement of theOhio Fire Service.

Pro Board Certification, will be an option forany chartered institution. Practical skill sheet testing is incorporated in our current FFI & FFIIcurriculum. Structure rules for online courses andthe delivery of them have been completed in themodulized concept to go from 36 hour to FFI. 1403Pilots are being conducted in 2011 HazardousMaterials Technician Certification statewide.

Fire Certification totals are as follows:

36 hr. Firefighter 15,394FF1 4, 435FF11 23,016Inspectors 10,361Instructors 3,228Asst. Instructors 726Inspector Instructors 120

As we look back a few years, the Ohio FireService through its Alliance partnerships has continued to make changes in current curriculumand the development of new training programs tobetter train our responders and keep them safe.The addition of Drivers Training to certified classes,1403 pilots, the increase of hours to deliver the 16Life Safety Initiative Program, and the creation of the Continuing Education process’ are now identified in all levels of firefighters statewide. Thelist of projects continues to grow and we involvemany sub groups and work groups to gain input on all training and certification issues. None of thiswork would not be completed without total coopera-tion and collaboration with the Division of EMSoffices of Fire Services. My thanks to the Divisionand to the many members of the Ohio Fire Servicethat have contributed in our advancement.

Sincerely,Captain Phil McLean

Firefighter Certifications and Training UpdatesBy: Captain Phil McLean


CHAPLAIN’S CORNER“Bringing God to Man And Man to God”

That is the old motto of our armed forces. Chaplain Larry and I have been honored to bring Godto you, our first line rescuers, and to keep you and your families nearer to God. At the close of our conference we will pass this essential service into the capable hands of the Rev. Doug Tull.

Chaplain Larry and I cannot tell you how great an honor it has been to be there for the womenand men, officers and firefighters/E.M.S. We will savor this experience the rest of our lives. If Rev.Doug, the Chaplain designate, or any of you needs anything – we will be there for you.

As one of you, you know that designate Chaplain Doug cares for you all.

Remember now that our single word of service—for God and for our communities—is:

Others!

In Jesus’ Name,

Chaplain Jon BarkerChaplain Larry Skruck

74th Annual Conference

Ohio State Firefighters’ Association 2011 Annual Conference

Wilmington, Ohio

This section contains conference schedules and other information!



Special Thanks!The 2011 Conference Director would like to

thank the following people:

Bethel-Tate Fire Department Honor GuardAngela Reagan & Holiday Inn &

Conference Center Staff

Also, a special thanks and recognition to the speakersfor this year’s conference education:

Without these people’s dedication, devotion, and time,this conference would not have been a success!!!! All

their hard work is greatly Appreciated!!!!!

Thank You!!!!!

Paul Tieman Bob NormanAngie Pollitt

Jerry & Sue Lupfer

Steve SkeldonScott SkeldonJoe Stewart

Darlene Kimball

Martin RenninsonDavid Manning

Colerain Twp. Fire Dept.OSU Medical Center

Kate Earley

Chip WelchJohn Kennington

Doug OrahoodMarshal Larry Flowers

Randy Riley


Ohio State Firefighters’ Association 74th Annual Conference Committee

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1938 – Mt. Vernon1939 – Mt. Vernon1940 – Sandy Beach1941 – Kent1942 – Columbus1943 – Bryan1944 – Lancaster1945 – Columbus1946 – Dayton1947 – Cleveland1948 – Columbus1949 – Canton1950 – Geneva-on-the-Lake1951 – Buckeye Lake1952 – Columbus1953 – Akron1954 – Youngstown1955 – Cincinnati1956 – Cleveland1957 – Columbus1958 – Akron1959 – Cincinnati1960 – Cleveland1961 – Youngstown1962 – Columbus

1963 – Cleveland1964 – Toledo1965 – Cincinnati1966 – Akron1967 – Columbus1968 – Toledo1969 – Toledo1970 – Cleveland1971 – Cincinnati1972 – Cincinnati1973 – Boston Heights1974 – Toledo1975 – Cincinnati1976 – Toledo1977 – Boston Heights1978 – Cleveland Airport1979 – Toledo1980 – Sharonville1981 – Columbus1982 – Warren1983 – Akron1984 – Sharonville1985 – Clermont County1986 – Medina County1987 – Warren

1988 – Clermont County1989 – Sharonville1990 – Akron1991 – Columbus/Worthington1992 – Medina County1993 – Clermont County1994 – Dayton1995 – Toledo1996 – Fairlawn1997 – Medina County1998 – Columbus/Worthington1999 – Canton2000 – Fairlawn2001 – Clermont County2002 – Warren2003 – Wadsworth2004 – Fairlawn2005 – Wilmington2006 – Perrysburg2007 – Wadsworth2008 – Columbus/Worthington2009 – Kings Island2010 – Wadsworth2011 – Wilmington

Sites of Past Annual Conferences

Edward Foran, Akron, 1938-1939Thomas A Closser, Yorkville, 1939-1940Robert Clark, Kent, 1940-1946Millard Warner, Fairborn, 1946-1948William Kingzett, Lyndhurst, 1948-1951Phil Vinez, Doylestown, 1951- 1953Sam Foster, Upper Arlington, 1953-1955Ralph Weimer, Columbus, 1955- 1959Ronald Garlick, Berea, 1959-1961Roy E. Ricker, Austintown, 1961-1963Anthony Auskamp, Cincinnati, 1963-1965Harry Harris, Akron, 1965-1967Elmer Cline, Sylvania, 1967-1969Bernard Johnson, Ashland, 1969-1971Clifford Behrman, Maderia, 1971-1973Don Schlensker, Mack, 1973-1975William E. Loomis, Austinburg, 1975-1977

Elmer J. Siebel, Jr., Reading, 1977-1979Richard N. Donley, Boston Heights, 1979-1981William Saroyer, Cincinnati, 1981-1983Myron George, Niles, 1983-1985Raliegh Juillerat, Rossmoyne, 1985-1987George Brown, Warren, 1987-1991Ken Laughlin, Warren, 1991-1993Harold Sparks, Fayettville, 1993-1995Dane Williams, Cincinnati, 1995-1997Rodger Sansom, Mogadore, 1997-1999Jim Waugaman, Brunswick, 1999-2001Jerry Lupfer, Hamilton Twp. (Franklin), 2001-2003Roger Bair, Lordstown, 2003-2005G. Thomas Manning, Fayetteville, 2005-2007Paul Tieman, Amelia, 2007-2009Mark Roberts, Medina, 2009-PresentDenotes deceased

Past Presidents Ohio State Firefighters’ Association

2002 Myron George2003 Dick Donley2004 Harold Sparks

2005 William Schroyer2006 Paul Jones2007 Jim Wagaman

2008 Jerry Lupfer2009 Tom Manning2010 Willie Brantingham

Past Myron George Award Winners


Thursday August 4, 20114 p.m. - 7 p.m...................Registration Open

Friday August 5, 20117:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.........Registration Open 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ........Coffee & Donuts9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. ......Opening Ceremonies 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. ......Memorial Service11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. ....Marshal Flowers11:15 am – 11:45 am........Questions and Answers with

John Kennington / DougOrahood State EMS

11:45 am-1:00 p ...............Lunch (Provided)1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Pump Operations-Martin

Rennison, Washington C.H FD

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Rural Fire Service LeadershipWorkshop (Part 1 of 4) - OhioFire Chief’s

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Fire Code 101 - Kate Earley,CFSI, Wilmington FD

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............First Due: Now What? (Part 1 of 2) - David Manning,Chief, Lynchburg FD

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm............Time Lost Brain Lost: EMSMaking a Difference in Stroke Care

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Burns Seldom Seen Rebecca Coffey RN, CNP OSU Medical Center

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Tanker Shuttle - MartinRennison, Washington C.H. FD

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Rural Fire Service LeadershipWorkshop (Part 2 of 4) Ohio Fire Chief’s

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Completing a Fire InspectionKate Earley, CFSI, Wilmington FD

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............First Due: Now What? (Part 2of 2) - David Manning, Chief,Lynchburg FD

3:15 pm - 4:15 pm............Amputation and ReplantationDr. Ryan Klinefelter, OSUMedical Center

4:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Geriatric FracturesDr. Corey L. Van Hoff, OSU Medical Center

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm..........Exhibits Open8:00 p.m. - midnight .........Get Acquainted Party(Beverages and Snacks Provided) Music by DJ Jerry

Saturday August 6, 20118:00 a.m. - 9 a.m. .............Registration Open 10:00 a.m. - 6 p.m. ...........Exhibits Open 9 a.m. – 10 am .................Executive Board Meeting10:00 a.m. - noon .............Business MeetingNoon - 1:00 p.m...............Lunch (On your own)1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Lessons Learned From the

Tragedy in Colerain Twp.(Part 1 of 2)

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Rural Fire Service LeadershipWorkshop (Part 3 of 4) Ohio Fire Chief’s

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm............Legal Aspects of Ohio FireCode Violations - Kate Earley,CFSI,Wilmington FD

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm............Endovascular and SurgicalManagement of StrokeDr. Eric Sauvageau, OSU Medical Center

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm............GSW/Ballistics- Dr. Colin G.Kaide, OSU Medical Center

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Lessons Learned From theTragedy in Colerain Twp.(Part 2 of 2)

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Managing the PediatricAirway=J.D. Postage,Lieutenant, Violet Twp F.D.

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Rural Fire Service LeadershipWorkshop (Part 4 of 4) - OhioFire Chief’s

3:15 pm - 5:15 pm............Citation & Appeals Process:Kate Earley, CFSI, Wilmington FD

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm............Banquet –Awards- Cash BarDinner Served At 6:30 P.M.

9:00 p.m. – 12 am.............Dancing

Sunday August 7, 20118 a.m. ...............................Church Service8 a.m-10 a.m. ...................Polls open 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.................Business Meeting

74th Annual OSFA Conference Schedule


From the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association Auxilliary

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Trustees, and Members of the Ohio State Firefighters Auxiliary, I welcome you to

the 74th Ohio State Firefighters Association Annual Conference!

The OSFAA organized in 1949 and was established in 1950 at the OSFA Convention at Geneva-on-the-Lake as the “Ladies Auxiliary of the OSFA”. Our name has evolved and renamed the “Ohio StateFirefighters Association Auxiliary”. Over the past 60 years, our mission remains the same: to support newlegislation for the firefighters, emergency services, and the fire service in Ohio and support local firedepartments. As you enjoy the educational classes and social gatherings this year, join us as we celebrate“60 years supporting our firefighters” and home town heroes. We also want to thank Joe Stewart fromVFIS for sponsoring new scholarship registrations to first time conference attendees.

I invite you to participate in the educational classes AND social events. Please tell the vendors andsponsors you are glad that they are here. All guests are welcome to the OSFAA business meetings, HankyPanky, blanket craft and bingo.

50 – 50 CASH DRAWING winners are announced during the Sat. & Sun. business meetings and thefamous CHINESE RAFFLE has a variety of prizes for you to win Saturday and Sunday mornings near theend of our business meetings.

Thank you for attending our conference! We Honor our Firefighters, EMS, and Auxiliary Members! Pleaseaccept this invitation to join the fun & learning experiences, net-work with others in the fire service, andto learn something new to take back to your local community. Have a wonderful time.

Sincerely,Sue LupferOSFAA Conference Coordinator

Thursday, August 4th, 20114 p.m. - 7 p.m...................Registration Open

Friday, August 5th, 20117 a.m. - 9 a.m. ..................Registration Open 9 a.m. - 9:30.a.m. .............Opening Ceremonies9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. ...........Memorial Service 11:30a.m. - 1 p.m. ............Lunch (Provided)1 p.m. – 2 p.m. .................“Hanky Panky” presented by

the Clinton County Historical Society

2 p.m. – 4 p.m. .................Hanky Craft 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ................Bingo7 p.m. – 10 p.m. ...............Exhibits 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.................Get Acquainted Party –

Music By: DJ Jerry Welch (Pop, Beer, Snacks furnished,Cash Bar)

Saturday August 6th, 20118 a.m. - 9 a.m. ..................Registration Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.................Exhibits Open 9 a.m. - NOON ..................Business Meeting NOON - 1 p.m. .................Lunch (on your own)1 p.m. - 3 p.m...................No Sew Blanket Craft 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m..............Bingo 6 p.m. - 9 p.m...................Banquet/Awards, Cash Bar –

Dinner Served at 6:30 p.m.9 p.m. - 1 a.m...................Dancing/DJ Jerry -

Sunday August 7th, 20118 a.m. ...............................Church Service 9 a.m. - noon ....................Business Meeting –

Belvedere Salon D

74th Annual OSFAA Conference Schedule


History of the O.S.F.A.A. Since its inception the Ohio State Firemen’s Association has been instrumental in securing

legislation in the State of Ohio for the benefit of all Fire Departments and Firemen, bothVolunteer and paid. One factor contributing to this success in the legislative field has been thehuge membership roll of the OSFA. At the 1949 convention in Canton, Ohio, on motion of theStark County Firemen’s Association, it was determined that through the organization and activefunctioning a State Auxiliary to the OSFA, the membership roll could be increased, with a com-parable increase in weight by members to back any proposed beneficial legislation. Contactswere made with various auxiliary groups over the State of Ohio during 1949 and early 1950, andin August of 1950 at the OSFA convention at Geneva-on-the-Lake, the LADIES AUXILIARY OFOSFA was organized and officers were elected as follows:

President, Mrs. Esther CheesmanVice President, Mrs. Luceal WitscheySecretary, Mrs. Charlotte VarnerTreasurer, Mrs. Ardath Blessing

Under the leadership of these officers the organization grew and became a thriving organiza-tion and interest was created in the various small auxiliaries throughout the State of Ohio, andthey were welded together until at the second convention of the Auxiliary at Buckeye Lake in1951, it became apparent that OSFA could view with pride the protégé of their own association.

In the fourteen years of existence (1964) the State Auxiliary has grown until it’s membersnow number 2435, incorporating 129 small auxiliary groups from every portion of the State ofOhio. Since the officers are scattered in all portions of the State, it has been an easy matter forthese women to answer any request for service, whether it be in organizing a new Auxiliary, talk-ing over ways and means with a group already organized, or just meeting socially to explain newlegislation and what is being done about it. All officers have welcomed the opportunity to meetwith new groups and serve in any manner when called upon, and the results of this service areshown in the activity of the group at each convention.

Annually on the same date scheduled for the OSFA convention, a portion of the program isset aside for the women of the State Auxiliary. They hold a separate business meeting and spe-cial events which women enjoy are written into the program just for the representatives of theauxiliaries. Since attendance at the meetings is growing yearly, it is quite evident there is anacute interest in fire activities from the feminine angle.

A special Auxiliary Pin identifies each auxiliary member, and a statewide comradeship hasbeen created by banding together these various groups from small Fire Departments within theState of Ohio. Banded together in this manner they have become an instrumental weapon I thefight for beneficial legislation for the firemen and Fire Departments. Also, for the first time inOhio, the wives of the firemen have their own State group and therefore, and interest in theirhusbands’ activities in this direction.

(The above History is by author unknown)

Esther Cheesman 1950-1952Nina Closser 1952-1954Nelle Heltman 1954-1956Nelle Lawrence 1956-1958Virginia Schaffer 1958-1960Eleanor Hollesy 1960-1962Loretta Watson 1962-1964Ann Bailey 1964-1966Marguerite Werstler 1966-1968Edith Dickman 1968-1970Jan Stafford 1970-1972

Beverly Borosky 1972-1974Bette Carraher 1974-1976Carole George 1976-1978Eileen Wharton 1978-1980Betty Kindberg 1980-1982Sally Clute 1982-1984Betty Kindberg 1984-1986Sue Lupfer 1986-1988Bonnie Adams 1988-1990Sue Lupfer 1990-1992Betty Kindberg 1992-1994

Marlene Weimer 1994-1996Marty Back 1996-1998Marlene Weimer 1998-2000Ellen Police 2000-2002Laurie Ripley 2002-2004Judy Campbell 2004-2006Linda Banning 2006-2008Angie Pollitt 2008-2010Kim Bartholomew 2010 - Present

Past Presidents Ohio State Firefighters’ Association Auxilliary


SECRETARY/TREASURERKathleen Theobald3349 Myers RoadMedina, Ohio [email protected] Twp. Aux

PUBLICITYJudy Campbell853 London-Groveport RdLockbourne, Ohio [email protected] Twp. Aux.

PRESIDENTKim BartholomewP.O. Box 72Orangeville, Ohio [email protected] Aux.

VICE-PRESIDENTVictoria Tull712 Hopewell RoadFelicity, Ohio [email protected] Aux.

O.S.F.A.A. 2010-2011 Board Members

CHAIRMAN OF BOARDAngie Pollitt3747 Bass RoadWilliamsburg, Ohio [email protected] Twp Aux.

CONFERENCE COORDINATORSue Lupfer7726 Richardson RoadGroveport, Ohio [email protected] Twp. Aux.

HISTORIAN / TRUSTEESharyn Dietz2821 Hallock Young Rd.Lordstown, Ohio [email protected] Aux.

TRUSTEEJackie Egbert2469 Kimberly Pkwy., E., 12BHColumbus, Ohio [email protected] Twp. Aux

TRUSTEEJennifer WallaceP.O. Box 540Williamsburg, Ohio [email protected] Twp. Aux

TRUSTEEJoyce Kanchok6500 St Rt #88Kinsman, Ohio [email protected] Aux.

TRUSTEELynn Clute8414 Main StreetKinsman, Ohio [email protected] Aux

O.S.F.A.A. 2010-2011 Board Members


O.S.F.A.A. HONOREE COMMITTEE

A three person committee was selected by your Officers and Board of Trustees. The three peoplewill read and evaluate the names of submitted nominees, choosing the Honoree of the Year. Thisis the sole and absolute decision of the committee.

Nominees will consist of persons who attended the OSFAA Conferences and are active membersin good standing; a person that has held an office or offices or served on committees in theOSFAA at present or previously; a person that has donated tirelessly of their time for the betterment of the OSFAA and Fire Service.

All nominations for this award must be accurate and be received with a post mark of March 31stor date designated by Committee.

In April 1998, at the OSFAA Board Meeting in Columbus, Ohio, the Executive Board voted,approved unanimously, and appointed no more than $75.00 to be spent on the gift and framedProclamation. Committee can add poem if they wish.

“HONOREE OF THE YEAR” AWARD

The Honoree Committee was appointed in 1994 by President Marlene Weimer to honor an auxiliary member in our State Organization that exemplified leadership and exhibited the goals and purposes of this organization at our annual conferences and at home in her/his local community.

The award is set up like the “Firefighter of the Year” Award and the “Myron George Award” givenby the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association. The nominations are kept in strictest of confidenceuntil the award is given at the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association Annual Conference Banquet.There does not have to be an award given if there are no nominations or the nominee is unqualified. There may be more than one recipient per year.

Nominations consists of a completed and accurate nomination form, a personal narrative letter from OSFFA members, as well as the information items 2-5 on bottom of nomination form. Nomination should document OSFAA elected positions and committees served on at thestate level; county fire service and local fire service involvement need to be accurate. A contactphone number must be available to answer any questions and get more information of nomineeif needed.

After the nominations are received by the Chairperson, the Committee will review nominations.

Committee members are Linda Banning, Lynn Clute, and Chairperson Sue Lupfer.

SEE BACK FOR NOMINATION FORM


OHIO STATE FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION AUXILIARY“HONOREE OF THE YEAR”

NOMINATION FORM

Deadline Postmarked by March 31st

Name of Nominee_______________________________________________________________________________

Address _________________________________________________City__________________________________

Nominee Home Phone _________________________________________________________________________

Auxiliary Name_________________________________________________________________________________

Auxiliary County_______________________________________________________________________________

Years Attending O.S.F.A.A. Conferences_________________________________________________________

Elected Positions Held on OSFAA State Board:

__________________________________________________Year _________________

__________________________________________________Year _________________

__________________________________________________Year _________________

OSFAA Auxiliary Conference Chairperson YES ________ NO _________

Year ______________Where____________________________________________

Year ______________Where____________________________________________

OSFAA Committees/Conferences Served On:

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

Positions held on Local Auxiliary and years of service ____________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

Nomination by State Auxiliary OSFAA Member Name ____________________________________________

Date __________________ Contact Phone # ________________________

*** Each nomination must be accompanied by: 1. a personal narrative letter with examples ofleadership, involvement, and dedication the nominee has given for the betterment of our OSFAA;2. information that is of interest such as other volunteer work in community & organizations; 3.leadership positions in community/church, etc; 4. Spouse & Family; 5. Special interests or ideasfor a personal gift if this person is chosen.

Return Form and Letter to: Sue LupferRichardson RoadGroveport, Ohio 43125

Form Revised 2/2009; 1/2010 ** Use extra paper if needed


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CFSI Update May 26, 2011

FIRE SPRINKLER LEGISLATIONINTRODUCED IN THE SENATESenator Thomas Carper (DE)

introduced the Fire Sprinkler IncentiveAct (S. 1035) on May 19, 2011 withSenator Susan Collins (ME) andSenator Frank Lautenberg (NJ) asoriginal co-sponsors. The legislationwas referred to the Senate FinanceCommittee. Senators Carper andCollins both serve as co-chairs of theCongressional Fire Services Caucus.On May 5th, Congressman AaronSchock (IL-18) and CongressmanJames Langevin (RI-2) introduced sim-ilar legislation, H.R. 1792, in theHouse.

The original measure was intro-duced in 2004 following the tragicnightclub fire in West Warwick, RI thatclaimed the lives of 100 victims. Sincethen, the legislation has been reintro-duced in subsequent Congresses withvarious changes made to address con-cerns raised by members of Congressregarding cost estimates.

Under the current legislation,automatic sprinklers could be treatedas Section 179 property under the taxcode. Section 179 allows small andmedium-sized businesses to write-offthe full cost of equipment purchases,up to $125,000, in a single year.While automatic fire sprinklers are notcurrently classified as a Section 179property, passage of the legislationwould allow property owners to retrofita large majority of high fire risk prop-erties, such as certain off campushousing, night clubs, nursing homesand assisted living facilities.

The legislation would also create afinancial incentive for high-rise build-ing owners to install sprinkler systemsby reducing the depreciation scheduleto 15 years. Currently the deprecia-tion schedule is 39 years for commer-cial properties and 27.5 years for resi-dential properties. This reduction will

also put sprinkler improvements morein line with the current tax code thatallows 15-year depreciation for lease-hold improvements.

HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE APPROVES FY12

HOMELAND SECURITY SPENDING BILL

On Tuesday, May 24th, the HouseAppropriations Committee approved aFiscal Year 2012 Homeland Securityspending bill. The bill provides $40.6billion in funding for the Departmentof Homeland Security, a decrease of$1.1 billion (2.6%) from the Fiscal Year2011 level and $3 billion below theAdministration's request.

The bill makes significant cuts toseveral programs of importance to thefire and emergency services. TheAssistance to Firefighters (FIRE) GrantProgram and the Staffing for AdequateFire and Emergency Response (SAFER)Grant Program would be funded at atotal of $350 million ($200m for FIREand $150m for SAFER). The programswere funded at $810 million ($405million for each) in Fiscal Year 2011.

The United States FireAdministration (USFA) would be cut bymore than $3 million. The draft legis-lation provides only $42.5 million forUSFA, down from nearly $45.6 millionin Fiscal Year 2011.

Additionally, the draft bill provides$1 billion to be distributed at the dis-cretion of the Secretary between sever-al state and local grant programs,including the State Homeland SecurityGrant Program, the Urban AreaSecurity Initiative (USAI), and CitizenCorps. This somewhat unusual provi-sion represents a significant cut tothese critical programs. In Fiscal Year2011, the State Homeland SecurityGrant Program and UASI were fundedat $725 million each.

Congressman David Price (NC-4),the Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Appropriations

Subcommittee, offered two amend-ments to restore funding to the firstresponder grant programs, includingFIRE and SAFER. Unfortunately, bothamendments failed.

The bill will now be considered bythe full House. CFSI will continue toprovide updates throughout the FiscalYear 2012 appropriations process.

CFSI Update June 3, 2011

HOUSE APPROVES FY12 HOME-LAND SECURITY SPENDING BILL

On Thursday, June 2nd, theHouse approved H.R. 2017, the FiscalYear 2012 Homeland SecurityAppropriations Act, by of vote of 231-188 . The bill funds the programs andactivities of the Department ofHomeland Security through September30, 2012.

The bill, as originally introduced,made significant cuts to theAssistance to Firefighters (FIRE) GrantProgram and the Staffing for AdequateFire and Emergency Response (SAFER)Grant Program. Initially the programswere funded at a total of $350 million($200 million for FIRE and $150 mil-lion for SAFER), but an amendmentoffered by Congressman StevenLaTourette (OH-14) and CongressmanBill Pascrell, Jr. (NJ-8) and approvedby the House by a vote of 333-87increased the funding levels to $670million ($335 million each for FIREand SAFER). The programs werefunded at $405 million each in FiscalYear 2011.

On Thursday, June 2nd, theHouse also approved an amendmentoffered by Congressman David Price(NC-4). The Price amendment extendswaivers allowing fire departments touse SAFER grants to avoid firefighterlayoffs and rehire laid-off firefighters.The waivers also relax certain budget-ary requirements that have provenprohibitive to departments applying forSAFER grants. The Price amendmentwas approved by a vote of 264-157.

The bill will now go to the Senatefor consideration. CFSI will continueto provide updates throughout theFiscal Year 2012 appropriationsprocess.


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DISTRICT 2 JOINT VOLUNTEERFIRE DEPARTMENTGALLIA COUNTYest. 198227 Members: All Volunteer

# Fires per year: 35# Calls per year: 50

Officers:Tom Wright Fire Chief Bryan Rose Asst ChiefScott Cummons CaptainAdam Jones LieutenantJason Weaver Lieutenant

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Pumpers: 2 Tanker: 1 EMT Med Response: 1Brush fire truck: 1 Boat: 1

FEATURE DEPARTMENT

L to R Terry Cline FF, Micah Cardwell FF, Lt Adam Jones FF

Asst Chief Bryan Rose FF operating engine pump during night

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Vehicle crashes are consistently the second leading cause of firefighter deaths each year.Hundreds more are injured while responding to orreturning from an incident. Recognizing that moreneeds to be done to educate first responders aboutvehicle safety, The National Volunteer Fire Council(NVFC) has partnered with McNeil & Company andits ESIP Program to create a new campaigndesigned to increase safe vehicle operations among first responders and providetraining to STOP preventable injury and death fromvehicle accidents.

The new STOP campaign reinforces that SafetyTops Our Priorities. The first training in the pro-gram – STOP: Seatbelts Top Our Priorities – is nowavailable online http://training.mcneilandcompa-ny.com (access code 6832). The free 30-minutetraining module focuses on vehicle safety with anemphasis on seatbelt use. With Fire/EMS Safety,Health, and Survival Week in progress and properseatbelt use one of the NVFC’s Health and SafetyPriorities for the Fire Service, now is the perfecttime to implement this training in your department.

“Seatbelt use may be the easiest thing firstresponders can do to protect themselves fromharm,” said NVFC Chairman Philip C. Stittleburg.“We are pleased to partner with McNeil & Companyto launch this new training program to instill andreinforce safe vehicle practices on first responders across the country. Allfirst responders should take the free STOP training,and we highly encourage departmentleaders to incorporate STOP: Seatbelts Top OurPriorities into your regularly-scheduled departmenttraining activities.”

Taking simple precautions like clicking a seat-belt and watching your speed significantly reducesthe risk that a first responder will be killed orinjured in a vehicle accident. Yet the need forincreased awareness and training is evident. Everyyear, 25 percent of on-duty firefighter fatalities arecaused by vehicle crashes. According to theNational Fire Protection Association, nearly 1,000firefighters were injured in vehicle accidents in2009 either in department apparatus or in personalvehicles responding to or returning from incidents.

STOP: Seatbelts Top Our Priorities is a trainingmodule delivered through an online platform host-ed by McNeil and Company’s Emergency Services

Insurance Program (ESIP) and presented by ChiefDavid Denniston, Client Education and TrainingManager. Departments can incorporate the STOPprogram as part of their training activities to edu-cate their members about vehicle safety and reducethe risk of firefighter death and injury from vehicleaccidents. STOP contains completion tracking capa-bilities so departments can ensure their membershave completed the course, and certificates of successful completion can be printed once individuals have finished the training. Training officers may contact the NVFC for a report of alltheir members who have completed the training.

In addition to the STOP training, the NVFCstrongly encourages departments to have all theirmembers sign the International First ResponderSeat Belt Pledge. The pledge was created in 2006 in memory of firefighter BrianHutton, who died after falling from his fire truck onthe way to a call. Over 850 departments and150,000 firefighters – including the full NVFCBoard of Directors – have signed the SeatbeltPledge, making the commitment that they willimprove their safety by wearing their seatbelts.

Join with the NVFC in ensuring that SafetyTops Our Priorities in the emergency services.Register today to take the STOP: Seatbelts Top OurPriorities training at http://training.mcneilandcom-pany.com. To register, follow these steps:• Select “Not Already Registered? Click Here.”• You will register as a student using access code 6832.

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In 2010, the CorporateExecutive Board, a highlyrespected research institute,confirmed what most profes-sionals in the fire service knowto be true- that in the currentbusiness climate, leaders at alllevels are challenged with rapidchange and greaterscrutiny of their operations,budgets, and ability to get workaccomplished with others. Inaddition, today’s leaders mustoperate in circumstances thatdiffer greatly from those ofthe last generation including:• conditions of greater uncer-tainty

• shorter cycle times for actionsand decisions;

• the need to be openness todiverse strategies and ways ofthinking

• pressure to create and sustainleaner and more sustainableinfrastructures

• demands to learn from mis-takes and make correctionswith speed and agility

This means it is more critical than ever to have poolsof prepared leaders capable ofdriving the unit and departmentstrategy.

Executive recruiters will tellyou that there are two ways tofind the leadership talent youneed. One way is to hire them.This is expensive and time consuming, but sometimes nec-essary. The other way to obtainqualified leadership is to “grow

your own” within your ownstaff. This latter approach ismuch less expensive in bothtime and money and has theadded bonus of producing posi-tive, immediate effects on themorale and productivity of yourworkforce.

Growing Your Own LeadersThe good news is that you

probably have a ready, willingpool of rising stars available tobe groomed for leadership posi-tions within your department.You will also be glad to learnthat there are practical, cost-effective methods of developingthe leadership talent yourdepartment needs to meet bothcurrent and future challenges.One of the most effective meth-ods for growing strong, produc-tive leaders is through mentor-ing. Mentoring is receivingincreased attention in the busi-ness world because whenimplemented properly it works.A mentoring program can alsobe implemented relativelyquickly and results can be dra-matic.

What is Mentoring?Mentoring involves match-

ing a respected leader with anemployee to assist that individ-ual to meet some developmentalgoal. The mentor should be anindividual who is considered astrong role model, an excellentperformer, and committed toboth the department, the pro-

fession, and to the mentoringprocess. The mentee is not apassive learner, but plays anactive role by participating inthe identification of their owndevelopmental needs, pressingthe mentor for clarity andunderstanding, and followingthrough on agreed uponactions. The department andmanager of the mentee alsoplay key roles in providing thenecessary support and environ-ment to enable the mentee tolearn and grow. It is importantthat the manager be activelyinvolved and informed of thementees activities, plans andlearning so that the managercan perform the functionalrole as on-the-job coach.

Benefits of MentoringA mentoring relationship is

motivating and challenging forboth the mentor and mentee asit lays the foundation for exist-ing leaders to share their wis-dom and experience in areassuch as departmental strategy,operations and professionalknowledge. Mentoring is alsomotivating to other members ofthe workforce who witness thepotential for lateral and upwardmobility within their depart-ment. Departments with whomI have implemented mentoringprograms report that this is avery beneficial process for thedepartment, mentee and mentor. Departments benefitfrom mentoring programs

FEATURE ARTICLELeaders Developing Leaders

By Garry L. Mc Daniel, Ed. D.


through:• Improved performance andproductivity by mentors andmentees

• Improved departmental climate & support for goalsand values

• Improved selection and development of emerging leaders

• Opportunities for managersand professionals who havereached a plateau to grow andbe challenged

• Reduction in turnover

Mentors report significant benefits:• Mentoring builds the mentor’sreputation and status as arole model and leader withinthe department

• Mentees challenge the mentor’s accepted ways ofworking and perceiving thedepartment, city operationsand community relationships

• Mentees may assist the mentor with researching orimplementing larger tasks and opportunities

The key beneficiary of the mentoring process is thementee. These individualsreport additional benefitsincluding:• The opportunity to expandtheir knowledge and under-standing of the strategic, technical, financial and interpersonal aspects of thedepartment and larger community

• Enhanced morale and departmental loyalty

• Improved visibility to seniorleaders

• An opportunity to dramatically enhance their leadership skills

Steps for Mentoring:There are four essential

elements to a formal mentoringprogram.

1. Identify potential mentorsand match them to mentees.The best matches occurbetween mentors who havealready demonstrated effec-tiveness at developing othersand have the experienceneeded to help menteesachieve their developmentalgoals.

2. Train the mentors and prepare the mentees for theirrespective roles. This iswhere most mentoring programs fail. Well inten-tioned senior managementassumes that good matcheswill mean great success.Wrong. Mentors need tolearn how to listen effectively, resolve conflictsand provide appropriate feedback. Mentees need toclearly understand their roleand how to keep their manager informed during thementoring process.

3. Closely monitor the mentor-ing process. Someone needsto be tasked with monitoringprogress to ensure that thementors and mentees aremeeting regularly, areachieving success on the job,and to provide occasionalcoaching if needed.

4. Finally, the mentoringprocess should be evaluated.An evaluation is vital to doc-ument and communicateresults, benefits and makeimprovements for future participants.

Mentoring in Good Times and Bad

An advantage of mentoringis that it can be implemented inany departmental setting orbusiness climate. For example,if your department is undergo-ing or expecting to experiencerapid growth, it is advisable tobe growing the leadership youneed to take advantage of thepotential opportunities. In adownturn, mentoring can helpyou to reduce turnover amongkey employees by offering themthe chance for challenge andprofessional growth. When fac-ing a highly unstable or com-petitive economic environment,mentoring can ensure yourdepartment has the talentneeded to weather uncertaintyand build employee morale.

If the findings cited at thebeginning of this article soundfamiliar to you, then mentoringmay well be the process youneed to develop your future tal-ent and ensure continuedgrowth in these turbulent anddynamic economic times.

Dr. Garry Mc Daniel is the Associate

Dean for The Center for Professional

Training and Development (CPTD) at

Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio.

The Center offers a highly regarded

10-week Fire Officer 1 seminar that

teaches critical leadership and

management skills and is designed

to be completed primarily online,

significantly reducing time away from

work and travel expense. This program

of study complies with all NFPA

standards and guidelines and is taught

by senior fire officers.

For more information, call Dr. McDaniel

at 614-947-6126 or

[email protected].


SERC MINUTESTo: State Emergency ResponseCommission (SERC)

From: Jeff Beattie, OEPA-RTK throughCindy DeWulf, DAPC & SERC Co-Chair

Subject: April 13, 2011 SERC MeetingMinutes

Date: June 1, 2011*********************************************The April 13, 2011 State EmergencyResponse Commission (SERC) meetingwas called to order at the OhioEmergency Management Agency by CindyDeWulf, SERC Co-Chair (Ohio EPA).

10 Voting Members were present:Cindy DeWulf, Ohio EPA, SERC Co-ChairRandy Van Dyne, EnvironmentalRepresentativeTim Kern, AG OfficeDan Fisher, Public Utilities Commissionof OhioGary Obermiller, Ohio Department ofNatural ResourcesJack Pounds, Ohio Chemistry TechnologyJeff Dickey, State Highway PatrolClyde McKenzie, Ohio Fire Chiefs’AssociationFrank Conway, State Fire Marshal’sOfficeSteve Wagner, Ohio Department of Health

9 Voting Members were absent:Mel House, Ohio EMA, SERC Co-Chair(Alternate)Brian Gallagher, EMA/LEPCRepresentativeAl Phillips, Ohio Department ofTransportationRaenell Nagel, EnvironmentalRepresentativeProfessional Firefighters’ Representative(Vacant)Volunteer Firefighters’ Representative(Vacant)County Interest Representative (Vacant)Elected Official Representative (Vacant)Industry Representative (Vacant)

Waive the 24 Hour Rule:Randy Van Dyne made the motion, seconded by Frank Conway, that the 24-hour rule be waived.

Record of Vote: 10 -For0- Against0- Abstain

Approval of February 9, 2011 SERCMeeting Minutes:Cindy DeWulf asked for a motion toaccept the February 9, 2011 SERC meeting minutes. A motion was made by Dan Fisher. Motion to accept was seconded by Jeff Dickey.

Record of Vote: 10 -For0 -Against0 -Abstain

SERC Committee Reports:Executive:

Cindy DeWulf stated that the SERChas four remaining appointments thattheGovernor’s Office needs to make. Thoseslots were held by Willie Brantingham,Richard Hughes, Nancy Osborn, andRick Hoffman. Randy Van Dyne has beenappointed for another 2 years.

The Executive Committee will consider issuing orders to any LEPC whodemonstrates non-compliance with SERCrules and requirements. The CountyCommissioners, County Prosecutor, andCounty Auditor will be sent a copy of theorders. The LEPC can appeal the Orderto the Environmental Review AppealsCommission. At the last meeting, theExecutive Committee voted to issueorders to Trumbull and PutnamCounties for failure to submit an accept-able plan. The orders would require theLEPCs to submit an acceptable planwithin 30 days of receipt of the orders.EMA staff worked to develop theTrumbull County orders with Tim Kern.

At today’s meeting, the ExecutiveCommittee voted to revoke the previousvote to issue orders to Trumbull Countybecause the county had submitted anacceptable plan. The ExecutiveCommittee voted to issue orders toPutman County and to WashingtonCounty for failure to issue an acceptableplan.

The Executive Committee shallrequest the Administration & Funding todevelop administrative rules that will

address the grant funding formula andany penalties that will be incorporatedthere within.

Administrative & Funding:The Administration & Funding

Committee met prior to today’s meeting.Cindy DeWulf stated that the

Champaign County LEPC has certifiedthat the training needs have be met with-in their county in accordance with theirLEPC Plan and now want to contributeLEPC funds for 50% of the maintenancecost of the CodeRed Emergency WarningSystem. After discussion, the Committeefelt that the LEPC can provide up to 50%of the total annual cost toward the main-tenance of the CodeRed System. TheCommittee shall also add language to the“LEPC Funding” document that addresses LEPC funds being used foremergency notification systems.

Cindy noted that the committee willbe updating the grant application andFiscal Status Report in order to clearlyoutline the activities which should befunded by the grant. The grant wouldserve as a checklist for the grant report.The committee’s concern is thatthe LEPC grant application packets currently contain a lot of ancillary information that is not related to LEPCactivities.

Cindy stated that based on the guid-ance of the AGO on the LEPC fundingdistribution, the reduction in funding forfailure to complete specific activities hasbeen removed from the LEPC FundingResolution that has been used in thepast and is now being presented to theSERC for approval.

Resolution 2011-61; Allocation of theEmergency Planning Fund 3750.14(B) asfound in your meeting packet outlinesthe total fund allocation breakdown forLEPCs (75% of total funds available);State Agencies (20%); and FireDepartment (5%). Jack Pounds made themotion, seconded by Steve Wagner thatResolution 2011-61 as presented beapproved.

Record of Vote: 10 -For0- Against0-Abstain


Cindy passed out Resolution 2011-62; SFY 2012 LEPC and Training Grantfor member review and vote. TheResolution is same that has been usedfor many past consecutive years, but asdiscussed the funding reductions fornonperformance have been removed.Steve Wagner made motion to accept andapprove Resolution 2011-62 as written,seconded by Clyde McKenzie.

Record of Vote: 10 -For0- Against0- Abstain

Operations & Issues:Vicki Bunting stated the Committee

had a brief phone conference regardingthe railroad commodity issue, but committee soon concluded that it wasbest to wait until Brian Galligher gotback from his military duty in Japan to proceed further.

Training and Education:Willie Brantingham stated that the

group continues with the agenda andplanning for the upcoming August 10-11,2011 LEPC Conference to be held at theState Fire Academy. The committee work-ing on finalizing the flyer and will get itto Jeff Beattie to e-mail to all LEPCs. Thecommittee is also working on getting adirect billing set-up at a hotel.Details shall follow once worked out.

Agency Reports:EMA

Ohio EMA indicates that there are 2LEPC Exercises up for SFY 2011 ExerciseConcurrence. Steve Wagner made amotion to approve Resolutions 2011-49through -50 as documented. ClydeMcKenzie seconded the motion. No dis-cussion.

Record of Vote: 10/9- For0- Against0/1- Abstain (JeffDickey)

Cindy DeWulf stated that there is1LEPC Plan up for SFY 2012 PlanConcurrence. Clyde McKenzie made amotion to approve Resolution 2011-51 asdocumented. Dan Fisher seconded themotion. No discussion.

Record of Vote: 10- For0- Against0- Abstain

Cindy continued with there is 1 LEPCPlan (Trumbull) up for SFY 2011 PlanConcurrence (60-day Corrective ModifiedPlan). Dan Fisher made a motion toapprove Resolution 2011-52 as documented. Frank Conway secondedthe motion. No discussion.

Record of Vote: 9- For0- Against1- Abstain (ClydeMcKenzie)

EPACindy DeWulf introduced LEPC 2009-

11 LEPC Membership Appointment,Resolutions 2011-53 through -59,appointing LEPC memberships to 7 planning districts (Belmont, Clermont,Morrow, Ross, Summit, Washington, andWood counties) as documented. ClydeMcKenzie made a motion to approve.Jack Pounds seconded the motion.

Record of Vote: 10- For0- Against0- Abstain

LEPC meeting minutes were provided forAshtabula, Clermont, Cuyahoga,Defiance, and Trumbull counties.

ODNRNo Report

PUCONo Report

HealthSteve Wagner mentioned that Bob

Owens has retired from the State HealthDepartment. Michael Seed has beennamed to be the alternate on SERC.Michael is the new Radiological Chief atthe Department.

SHPNo Report

SFMFrank Conway stated that the

Academy has conducted 143 trainingcourses, of which 29 have been on theAcademy campus.

SFM course listings for April, May, andJune have been posted on our web siteand copies have been brought to today’smeeting. Scheduling or questions aredirected to 888-726-7731 or visitwww.com.ohio.gov/fire

ODOTNot in attendance.

AGOTim Kern wanted to reaffirm that the

enforcement program as outline today isa good path to follow. The SERC stillneeds to come up with a penalty matrixfor penalty recommendations, but today’soutcome is a good head start.

Meeting adjourned.

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1. The nominee must be a current member of the OhioState Firefighters’ Association.

2. The nominee must be an active member of his/her FireDepartment. (Unless posthumous).

3. The nominee must have performed a service above andbeyond the call of duty.

RULES1. The nominee’s name must be presented by the Chief, an

Officer, or if a County Association,by the President.2. The application form must be completed and mailed to

the Awards Chairman no later thanJune 1st for inclusionin that year’s presentation.

3. Consideration shall be from May 1st to the following April30th of each year.

4. Posthumous Awards shall be presented to the next of kin.

5. One award shall be given each year, if applications meetqualifications.

6. Each County Association is encouraged to conduct anawards program and then nominate their winner for theOSFA Firefighter of the Year Award.

7. The decision of the OSFA Awards Committee shall be final.


OSFA FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR AWARD QUALIFICATIONS

OHIO STATE FIREFIGHTERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC.“Firefighter of the Year Award”

Nomination Form

Firefighter’s Name, Rank, and Mailing Address:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Date of Incident:___________________________________________________________________________________________Details of Incident in Full:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________(If more space is needed, attach further details to this blank. Send pictures and news clippings of the incident.)

IF THIS IS A POSTHUMOUS AWARD, SEND THE NAME OF PERSON OF WHO WILL ACCEPT

___________________________________________________________________________________________

I HAVE PERSONALLY EXAMINED THE ABOVE INCIDENT AND NOMINATE THE ABOVEFIREFIGHTER FOR CONSIDERATION IN THE OHIO STATE FIREFIGHTERS’ ASSOCIATION“FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR” PROGRAM.

SIGNED ________________________________________________ DATE ________________Rank, Fire Department or County Association

NOTE: THIS APPLICATION MUST BE MAILED NO LATER THAN JUNE 1ST FOR CONSIDERATIONPlease return this completed form to: Tim Adams

35810 Neff RoadGrafton, Ohio 44044


“Charles J. Getz” O.S.F.A. Firefighters’ Scholarship Award

“Charles J. Getz” Firefighter ScholarshipApplication Form - Please type or print!

NAME _________________________________________________AGE ________ S.S. # _____________________

HOME ADDRESS ________________________________________________HOME PHONE ________________

_______________________________________________________________ SINGLE _______ MARRIED _______

NUMBER OF DEPENDENTS________OWN/RENT HOME__________LIVE WITH PARENTS___________

OCCUPATION ______________________________________________________ ANNUAL INCOME _________

NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL ________________________________________YEAR GRADUATED ___________

NAME OF FIRE DEPT. ________________________________________________ RANK ___________________

OTHER FUNDING AVAILABLE TO YOUR FROM DEPARTMENT, CITY, TOWNSHIP, ETC.

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

TYPE OF FIRE DEPT.: PAID _____ VOL ____ CITY ____ VILLAGE ____ TOWNSHIP ____ PRIVATE _____

DATE YOU ENTERED FIRE SERVICE ______________ TOTAL YEARS OF FIRE SERVICE ____________

LIST OTHER FIRE SERVICE AFFILIATIONS:

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

LIST ANY OTHER FIRE SERVICE COLLEGE DEGREES OR ACCREDITATION:

________________________________________________________________________________________________

INSTITUTION AND COURSE INFORMATION

INSTITUTION NAME AND DEPT.: ________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ PHONE # _____________________

COURSE TITLE FROM CATALOG ________________________________ COURSE # ____________________

COURSE BEGINS __________________ ENDS __________________ FULL TUITION COST ______________

TYPE OF DEGREE OR ACCREDITATION ________________________________________________________A PHOTO COPY OF COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM THE COURSE CATALOGMUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS APPLICATION!* Recipient of scholarship may be subject to receive a 1099.

Continued on next page

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:• The applicant must be a member of a Fire Department belonging to the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association.

• The applicant must be recommended by the fire chief.• The applicant must be a high school graduate.• The applicant must be 18 years old. (minimum age)• The applicant must show interest in the fire service.• The applicant must write a resume of their Fire Service back-ground and future goals.

• The applicant must submit a completed “Official Applicationfor Scholarship”

AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP GRANT:- $2,000.00 may be applied toward tuition and other coursecharges including books and lab fees.

- Yearly increments are limited to $1,000.00 for two years.(Course must be completed within 3 years from the date of theaward.)- Cost of courses will be paid to the individual upon presenta-tion of passing grades and tuition bills.SELECTION COMMITTEE:- Candidates shall be selected from those applicants that meetall general requirements, and including, goodcharacter, dedication to the fire service, and financial need.COLLEGES:- The candidate must attend an accredited college presentingan “Associate Degree in Fire Technology”.

Scholarship Committee: Tim Adams, Chairman - 330-483-4923


“Charles J. Getz” Firefighter Scholarship

TO: SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION COMMITTEE:In applying for consideration, I am aware that any grant will be applied against my tuition, books,and other course costs. In the event my course does not cost the full amount of the grant, I am onlyeligible for the amount of the tuition and I have no claim against the Ohio State Firefighters’Association, the donor, or the college for the remainder. I agree that no scholarship money will beused for travel expenses, meals, child care or any other expenses not connected with the tuition anda maximum of only $1,000.00 of the awarded scholarship may be used for each school year. I agreethat no scholarship monies may be used for any schooling prior to the awarding of this scholarshipor for any EMS/Paramedic training. I am aware that I have up to three years to make use of theawarded scholarship. Any unused money after the three year period will revert back to theFirefighters Scholarship Fund. I declare that all statements herein are complete and correct to thebest of my knowledge, and that if any scholarship monies not used for the purpose of which it wasintended, it will be returned to the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association. Any deviation or non submis-sion from the required application information may be subject to applications removal from consid-eration for scholarship.

Applicants Signature _______________________________________________________ Dated ________________

IT IS MANDATORY THAT THE FIRE CHIEF SIGN THIS APPLICATION BELOW!ENDORSEMENT OF THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, REGARDING SAID COURSERECOMMENDED FOR COURSE __________ NOT RECOMMENDED __________DETAILED REASONS

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF FIRE CHIEF _________________________________________ DATED _____________________

SPECIAL NOTES, CONDITIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING SCHOLARSHIP NOTE: If application is approved, the following documents must be submitted to the scholarship committeefor reimbursement.1. Evidence of Satisfactory completion of course.2. Copy of paid tuition bill (from College)3. A copy of bill for books and/or other course charges4. A summary report regarding course substance, quality of instruction and copy of grades.

INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out this form, complete with required signatures. Include a resume of your fire service background, career and education. Include the reasons for wanting the course mentioned and this scholarship. Attach all sheets to this form and forward to the SelectionCommittee of Scholarships.Chairman Tim Adams, 35810 Neff Road, Grafton, Ohio 44044, Home phone 330-483-4923PLEASE NOTE: Scholarships will only be awarded for college courses providing Academic CollegeCredits. Certificate or “short” courses are not eligible for consideration.

ENTRIES POSTMARKED AFTER MAY 30TH, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS YEARS SELECTION.ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATION BY THE COMMITTEE ON SCHOLARSHIPS:

Recommended ____________ Amount Awarded ____________ Not Recommended ____________

REASONS:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

CHAIRMAN’S SIGNATURE _____________________________________________ DATED ___________________


Paramedic Scholarship

Paramedic ScholarshipApplication Form - Please type or print!

NAME _________________________________________________ AGE _______ S.S. # _____________________

HOME ADDRESS ______________________________________________ HOME PHONE _________________

_____________________________________________________________________ SINGLE ____ MARRIED ____

NUMBER OF DEPENDENTS_________OWN/RENT HOME__________LIVE WITH PARENTS__________

OCCUPATION _________________________________________________ ANNUAL INCOME ______________

NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL ______________________________________ YEAR GRADUATED _____________

NAME OF FIRE DEPT. __________________________________________________ RANK _________________

DESCRIBE OTHER FUNDING SOURCES THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU (DEPARTMENT, CITY,

TOWNSHIP ETC.)

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

TYPE OF FIRE DEPT.: PAID ____ VOL ____ CITY ____ VILLAGE ____ TOWNSHIP ____ PRIVATE ____

DATE YOU ENTERED FIRE SERVICE _______________ TOTAL YEARS OF FIRE SERVICE ___________

LIST OTHER FIRE SERVICE AFFILIATIONS:

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

LIST ANY OTHER FIRE SERVICE COLLEGE DEGREES OR ACCREDITATION:

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

INSTITUTION AND COURSE INFORMATION

INSTITUTION NAME

________________________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ PHONE # _____________________

COURSE TITLE ________________________________________________ COURSE # _____________________

COURSE BEGINS _______________ ENDS _______________ FULL TUITION COST ____________________

* Recipient of scholarship may be subject to receive a 1099.Continued on next page

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:• The applicant must be a member of a Fire Departmentbelonging to the Ohio State Firefighters’ Association.

• The applicant must be recommended by the fire chief.• The applicant must be a high school graduate.• The applicant must be 18 years of age.• The applicant must show interest in the EMS field.• The applicant must write a resume of their Fire and/or EMSbackground and future goals.

• The applicant must submit a completed “Official Applicationfor Scholarship” and supporting documents.

AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP GRANT:- $2,000.00 may be applied toward tuition and other coursecharges including books and lab fees.- Course must be completed within 3 years from the date of theaward.- Cost of courses will be paid to the individual upon successfulcompletion of the course.SELECTION COMMITTEE:- Candidates shall be selected from those applicants that meetall general requirements, and including, good character, dedication to the Fire or EMS Service, and financial need.

Scholarship CommitteeTim Adams, Chairman


Paramedic Scholarship

TO: SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION COMMITTEE:In applying for consideration, I am aware that any grant will be applied against my tuition, books,and other course costs. In the event my course does not cost the full amount of the grant, I am onlyeligible for the amount of the tuition and I have no claim against the Ohio State Firefighters’Association for the remainder. I agree that no scholarship money will be used for travel expenses,meals, child care or any other expenses not connected with the paramedic tuition. I agree that noscholarship monies may be used for any schooling prior to the awarding of this scholarship. I amaware that I have up to two years to make use of the awarded scholarship. Any unused money afterthe three year period will revert back to the Paramedic Scholarship Fund. I declare that all state-ments herein are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that if any scholarshipmonies not used for the purpose of which it was intended, it will be returned to the Ohio StateFirefighters’ Association. Any deviation or non submission from the required application informationmay be subject to applications removal for consideration for scholarship.

Applicant’s Signature ____________________________________________________ Dated __________________

IT IS MANDATORY THAT THE FIRE CHIEF SIGN THIS APPLICATION BELOW!ENDORSEMENT OF THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, REGARDING SAID COURSE

RECOMMENDED FOR COURSE __________ NOT RECOMMENDED __________

DETAILED REASONS:

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF FIRE CHIEF ___________________________________________ DATED ___________________

SPECIAL NOTES, CONDITION, AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING SCHOLARSHIPNOTE: If application is approved, the following documents must be submitted to the scholarshipcommittee for reimbursement.1. Evidence of Satisfactory completion of course.2. Copy of paid tuition bill.3. A copy of bill for books and/or other course charges4. A summary report regarding course substance, quality of instruction and copy of grades.

INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out this form, complete with required signatures. Write a resume of your fireand EMS service background, career and your education. Include the reasons for wanting the coursementioned and this scholarship. Attach all sheets to this form and forward to the SelectionCommittee of Scholarships.Chairman Tim Adams, 35810 Neff Road, Grafton, Ohio 44044, Home phone 330-483-4923

ENTRIES POSTMARKED AFTER MAY 30TH, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS YEARS SELECTION.ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATION BY THE COMMITTEE ON SCHOLARSHIPS:

Recommended ____________ Amount Awarded ____________ Not Recommended ____________

REASONS:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

CHAIRMAN'S SIGNATURE _____________________________________________ DATED ___________________


Ohio State Firefighter’s AssociationValor Award

This award will be given for a member that dies in theline of duty. The rules are as follow.

• Firefighter or EMT must be a member of a Fire Department that is a member of the OSFA.• The persons death must occur during or as a result of an emergency incident.• Emergency is defined as a response for fire, rescue, emergency medical activity, or the pre-sumption of an emergency.

• In the event of a heart attack it must occur within twenty-four hours of the emergency andoccur as a result of the emergency.

• Preferably the death should be reported within twenty-four hours.• Decision of the Awards Committee is final.• No Valor Awards will be given for incidents prior to July 9, 1999.

In the event of a death please contact any OSFA officer or Committee Chairman Tim Adams at 330-483-4923, Fax 330-483-3729

with details of the incident.

History

The Ohio State Firefighter’s Association (OSFA)was organized in 1938 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio byfirefighters who had the interest and the welfareof all firefighters in the State of Ohio in mind.The OSFA has benefited more firefightersthroughout the State of Ohio over the years thanany other group. The association membershipvoted, in August of 1985, to change the name ofthe association to the Ohio State Firefighters’Association due to the ever increasing number ofwomen joining the fire service, EMS and ourAssociation.

Mission StatementThe Ohio State Firefighters’ Association wasorganized for:

• The general improvement of the fire servicethroughout the State of Ohio; in order to forma statewide organization, to establish harmonyand to ensure prosperity and success.

• To provide group benefits, obtain and compilestatistics to provide information to the fireservice.

• To assist in affording protection to disabledfirefighters, and those dependent upon them,through legislative enactment.

• To create and maintain brotherly and fraternalfellowship among firefighters of the State ofOhio, through educational seminars and pro-grams.

• Membership• Legal Defense Trust Fund• Insurance Plan• Group Life Insurance• Charles J. Getz Scholarship• Paramedic School Scholarships• Web Page• Firefighter of the Year Award• Statewide Radio Licensing• Ohio Firefighter Publication• Youth Academy• Ohio Fire Alliance• Annual Conference• Line of Duty Death

Representation on Boards and Committees

Recognized as one of the leaders of Ohio’s FireService, the OSFA represents its membership byserving on several Boards and Committees,which has an impact on decisions which affectOhio’s fire service, they are:

• Three members on the Ohio EMS Board• Three members on the Fire Sub-committee tothe EMS Board

• Member of the Educational Task Force• Member Trauma Advisory Group• Co-founder and member of the Ohio FireAlliance

• Member of the Ohio Rural Fire Council• Member Ohio Rescue Task Force• Member Emergency Response Commission• Member Public-Safety Communications TaskForce

• Member EMS Privatization Task Force• Ohio’s delegate to the National Volunteer FireCouncil

• The Board of Visitors at the National FireAcademy

• The Joint Council of Fire Service Associations• NFPA Committees• The Federation of World Volunteer FirefightersAssociation

• Provides representation at the Ohio FireCommission meetings

• Sends a delegation each year to the NationalFire & Emergency Services Caucus inWashington, D.C.

• Legislation-over 275 laws have been enacted,changed, or revised with assistance of theOSFA.

Membership Dues

The dues in the Ohio State Firefighters’Association are payable to theSecretary/Treasurer. Beginning in 2006, duesare $75.00 per year for each organized firedepartment or fire brigade. A five-year depart-ment membership is available for $325.Individual memberships are available for $25.00.The yearly rate for Dealer/Corporate/EquipmentSales Groups is $75.00.

SEE MEMBERSHIP FORM ON NEXT PAGE


Ohio State Firefighters’ AssociationMembership can be your voice helping to change Ohio’s fire service


Check Type of Membership

___ Department ___ Individual ___ Dealer/Corporate/Equipment Sales

___________________________________________________________________________________________________Name

___________________________________________________________________________________________________Chief’s Name Dept Fax Dept Phone

___________________________________________________________________________________________________Address

___________________________________________________________________________________________________Mailing Address (If different than street address)

___________________________________________________________________________________________________City County Zip

___________________________________________________________________________________________________Email Address Number of Members

For more information contact the OSFA at our web site or fill out the information above and mail it to the OSFA at:

Ohio State Firefighters’ AssociationP.O. Box 400 • Mogadore, OH 44260 • (330) 388-4307

Ohio State Firefighters’ AssociationMembership form

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222 Smokerise DriveWadsworth OH 44281

(330) 336-5170


AMBULANCE ROLLOVERCRASH NEAR HUNTSVILLE

Tuesday, June 28, 2011The Marysville Post of the State

Highway Patrol reports that anambulance was involved in arollover injury accident just aftermidnight Monday morning nearHuntsville at the intersection ofRoute 33 and State Route 274.

Kevin Bellman, 25, of Kalida,was driving an '07 Ford Econolineambulance for Lima-Allen CountyParamedics westbound on 33 whenhe swerved to miss a car that ranthe stop sign on State Route 274West.

The driver fled the scene andremains at large.

Bellman lost control, over-turned, then went off the right sideof the road and struck a sign.

He suffered minor injuries andwas transported to St. Rita'sMedical Center in Lima byHuntsville EMS.

Passenger Kristina Jettinghoff,25, of Delphos, was not injured.

The ambulance was not haulingany patients. The vehicle sufferedmoderate damage.

The crash remains under investiga-tion. �

FIREFIGHTER RESPONDINGTO FIRE CRASHES AND GOES

OVER AN EMBANKMENT

Sunday, June 12, 2011 Scioto Township Volunteer

Firefighter Nathan Cuckler, 21, wasdriving his personal car, on firecall, when he lost control of the2000 Lincoln Town Car. FFCuckler's car straddled the median

then went across the southboundlanes, where it struck a guard railand went along it for about 45 feetbefore flipping and crashing about50 feet down an embankment.

FF Cuckler told police he hadswerved to miss something, possi-bly an animal, on the road. He wastaken to the hospital for treatmentof minor injuries and was cited bythe cops for failure to control.Several fire departments respondedto the 0820 working fire call to as aneighbor spotted the fire and atfirst thought someone still wasinside, but wasn't. �

SAFER GRANT REFUSED:OHIO FIREFIGHTERS ARE

LAID OFF

Wednesday, June 1, 2011 "Yeah, another sad day," said

Cleveland Firefighter Dave Renickas he turned in his fire helmet andgear along with 50 other firefightersyesterday. They were laid offbecause of the city's budget crisis."A lot of us have bought

houses and started a family and going through this all over again when it could have been prevented," Renick said.

"Well, it's just disappointingthat the city had an opportunity.They had a $4.5 million FEMAgrant that was available to the city.We worked hard to try to come upwith a package that would beamenable to the city and theyweren't interested in it," ClevelandFirefighters Association SecretaryMichael Norman said. According tothe mayor's spokeswoman, AndreaTaylor, the grant would have paidto save the jobs of 31 of the fire-fighters, but the city would havebeen required to pay to keep theother 20, and the city can't affordthat. So they had to refuse thegrant. �

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